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Introduction to Research Philosophies (Session 2 of the PhD Student Workshops Series)

Collegiate Campus

Session 2: Introduction to research philosophies (delivered by Peter Allmark PhD) Terms and nomenclature for methods and approaches. Empirical, Formal and Philosophical Inquiry. Philosophy of science. Different approaches - positivism, realism, constructivism. Session slides: Intro to research philosophies   This session is part of the PhD Student Workshop Series run by the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing … Continue reading Introduction to Research Philosophies (Session 2 of the PhD Student Workshops Series)

Shut Up and Write! (City-October)

Adsetts 6613 (City) Adsetts Learning Centre, City Campus, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, United Kingdom

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-October)

English for research students

Adsetts Learning Centre seminar room (City)

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

Post Graduate Women in Academia Meeting

Owen 1031 (City Campus)

Join us for the first meeting of the Post Graduate Women in Academia group, including lunch, an intro to the group and PG/PhD chat. Register here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pg-women-in-academia-our-first-meeting-tickets-28188689128 The Post Graduate Women in Academia Group (PG WiA) is a network for women in post-graduate study at Sheffield Hallam University which aims to do the following: To serve … Continue reading Post Graduate Women in Academia Meeting

English for research students

Adsetts Learning Centre seminar room (City)

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

Researcher Question Time – Open Access

City Campus

All researchers are welcome to attend this discussion event. Our panel of speakers will set the scene, describing their experiences of publishing Open Access and any benefits, challenges and issues they perceive regarding Open Access. This will be followed by a general discussion and Q&A session with the panel and audience. We anticipate the discussions … Continue reading Researcher Question Time – Open Access

Becoming a SHU Doctoral Researcher

Sheffield Hallam University Students' Union 6 Paternoster Row, Sheffield, United Kingdom

This University-wide doctoral induction session will introduce new starters to the life of a SHU doctoral researcher and provide orientation on a number of key elements relating to doctoral study. The programme includes: What is Doctoral Research, Research Ethics and Integrity, The RFs - Progression Processes, Doctoral Skills Training, Building the Doctoral School Community, Getting … Continue reading Becoming a SHU Doctoral Researcher

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English for research students

Adsetts Learning Centre seminar room (City)

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

Finding sources (City-November)

City Campus

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)