Academic Support for Queen's Students

Our friendly and welcoming team are experts in the science of learning and the art of writing.

Whether you're an undergraduate, Masters or PhD student, we'll help you discover ways to write essays, reports, theses, dissertations and academic articles, to study effectively, and to develop your academic English skills.

Book an appointment

Meet a SASS team member to work on your writing, academic skills, or academic English.

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Attend an event

Discover our workshops, drop-ins, and study and writing groups.

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Learn online

Work on your skills at your own pace with our academic skills and writing guides.

Visit our online resources and tutorials

Falling behind in school?

It’s never too late to catch up!
Our academic skills experts can help guide you back to success with personalized advice on time management, setting goals, avoiding burnout, and managing schedules.
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English language support for students

Free assistance with writing, speaking, reading, and listening
If you’re looking to boost your English language skills at university, SASS’ team can work with you individually or in small groups – all for free!
Learn more about our English help

Grad Writing Lab is back

SASS is running Grad Writing Lab, a writing community just for grad students. You’ll meet and work with other grad students while receiving support from our expert staff.
Join our grad writing community
Write Now - West Campus

Mar

18

Monday

Notebook on magazine
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Duncan McArthur Hall

Write Now - West Campus

Drop in for help with your writing and academic English questions!

Accountability Cafe

Mar

18

Monday

A flat lay of study notes
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Stauffer 121

Accountability Cafe

Do you have a difficult time holding yourself accountable for your academics? Ever feel that you just ‘can’t get started’? Join SASS and Accessibility Queen’s for a goal-oriented drop-in study session.

Write It: Overview of Write It Topics

Mar

19

Tuesday

Writing on notepad
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Hybrid - at the QUIC and on Zoom

Write It: Overview of Write It Topics

Recap of topics and chance to ask questions.

“I know I can always come to SASS whenever I need any help or advice on studying or writing. It’s so helpful."

Maryam
Life Sciences '23

Our work at Student Academic Success Services is directly tied to many UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), contributing to the university’s social impact and making a tangible difference in the lives of others.