LUCINDA BECKER teaches at Reading University in the Departments of English, Engineering, Social Sciences and Management. She is also a commercial trainer, devising, developing and delivering courses in communication, presentations, management techniques and job search skills. She is a web-based counsellor and also delivers and monitors open and distance learning courses. Her previous books include How to Manage Your Arts, Humanities and Social Science Degree and How to Manage Your Postgraduate Course.