bettering yourself on the golf course?

Basic tips

Stand still in the swing (torso)

Watch the ball to impact & right though the shot

If you can master these - most other things will correct themselves

Get a lesson is the best advice i can give bud.
A decent pro will sort out 80% of your probs in half an hour or so. It's up to you to then practice, practice and practice.
It could be the best £20 or so you ever spent.........