Learning outcomes

  • Develop autonomy and confidence in academic skills.
  • Independently appraise academic literature.
  • Independently construct academic arguments.

Key content

Topics covered in this course include:

  • Database searching
  • Quantitative & qualitative evidence
  • Postgraduate expectations
  • Critical analysis & synthesis

Benefits

This course benefits professionals who are new to or returning to postgraduate study. The course also benefits internationally-educated professionals, who are transitioning to the UK higher education system.

Evaluation

At the end of the course, you’ll be invited to offer feedback on your experience.

Assessment

Learning is formatively assessed throughout the course. On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion via our online learning platform, GOLD.