Finding sources In this introductory session to literature searching for research we will look at useful approaches to finding sources for your research. It will cover: Understanding the 'landscape' of sources in your research area Planning your literature search General tips on searching using databases and search engines You will have the chance to search … Continue reading Finding sources (City-November)
Managing data for your research In this introductory session we will consider the benefits of Research Data Management and how to do it. It will cover: Research Data Management in a nutshell Why, when and what to plan Managing live data Selecting data for preservation Preserving and sharing data Write your own data management plan … Continue reading Managing data for your research (Collegiate-November)
In this introductory session to literature searching for research we will look at useful approaches to finding sources for your research. It will cover: Understanding the 'landscape' of sources in your research area Planning your literature search General tips on searching using databases and search engines You will have the chance to search for sources … Continue reading Finding sources (Collegiate-November)
Session 3: Principles and Practices of Research Ethics The need for ethics approval of studies. Nuremburg, the United Nations and Helsinki. The work of Beecher and Pappworth that led to independent scrutiny. Principles of informed consent. Participation information sheets. Minors. SHU procedures. Session slides: Ethics20162017 This session is part of the PhD Student Workshop Series run by … Continue reading Principles and Practices of Research Ethics (Session 3 of the PhD Student Workshops Series)
A free academic English class for international students working independently on a research degree. The focus of the class is on practising and developing the language needed to explain and present research in both written and spoken formats, including preparation of the RF1 and RF2 documents. The class provides a good opportunity to get feedback, … Continue reading English for research students
In this introductory session we will consider the benefits of Research Data Management and how to do it. It will cover: Research Data Management in a nutshell Why, when and what to plan Managing live data Selecting data for preservation Preserving and sharing data Write your own data management plan Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-data-for-your-research-tickets-28757301864 Image by Sean … Continue reading Managing data for your research (City-November)
Reference management software - which tool to use and getting started with RefWorks In this session you will be introduced to reference management software. We will consider how reference management software can help you with your work and then look at the advantages/disadvantages of the various options -RefWorks, EndNote, Mendeley, etc. - selecting which tool … Continue reading Reference management software (City-November)
Reference management software - which tool to use and getting started with RefWorks In this session you will be introduced to reference management software. We will consider how reference management software can help you with your work and then look at the advantages/disadvantages of the various options -RefWorks, EndNote, Mendeley, etc. - selecting which tool … Continue reading Reference management software (Collegiate-November)
Registration link: Book via Eventbrite If you struggle to find time to make regular progress with your writing then a change of scene and some (supportive) peer pressure could help. The aim of a Shut Up and Write! session is to provide you with dedicated time and space, away from everyday distractions, to progress your … Continue reading Shut Up and Write! (City-November)
The Doctoral Research Training Series is a series of intensive training blocks where all the University’s doctoral researchers come together for a day, to receive timely training on topics relevant to the different stages of their doctoral programme and career development. Aimed at Year 2 Full-Time (Year 3-4 Part-Time) Doctoral Students, this event will cover … Continue reading Research Writing, Presentation and Reading (Year 2 Doctoral Research Training Series Event)
