Research Skills Courses and Certifications

Essay and report writing skills

90 ratings at OpenLearn

Writing reports and assignments can be a daunting prospect. Learn how to interpret questions and how to plan, structure and write your assignment or report. This free course, Essay and report ...

• OpenLearn
• 15 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Understanding different research perspectives

12 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Understanding different research perspectives, explores the development of the research process looking at the different perspectives from which an issue or phenomenon can be ...

• OpenLearn
• 9 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Carrying out research for policy and advocacy work

1 rating at OpenLearn

Learn effective research techniques for policy advocacy, from ethical considerations to data analysis and report writing, to influence decision-makers and drive meaningful change.

• OpenLearn
• 8 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Certificate

Degree

PgC Global Development Management

Build the skills needed by a development manager and learn to analyse the complex contexts in which development takes place with this postgraduate certificate.

• FutureLearn
• On-Demand
• $5,300.00

Academic English: How to Write an Essay

6 ratings at edX

A practical and introductory course to build your skills in academic writing.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

BCom Orientation - Academic Skills for University Success

1 review

Develop essential academic skills for success in BCom: self-direction, time management, critical thinking, research, and effective communication. Enhance your learning strategies and productivity.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Learning Research Skills

Develop advanced academic writing skills, from evaluating sources to synthesizing information, while exploring diverse topics like medical technology, ecotourism, and urbanization.

• Coursera
• 5 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Professional Writing

Develop effective communication skills for various professional contexts, enhancing your ability to express ideas, propose solutions, and execute writing projects from conception to completion.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 9-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $998.00

TU Delft;  University of Maryland

Topology in Condensed Matter: Tying Quantum Knots

1 review

Get a simple and hands-on overview of topological insulators, Majoranas, and other topological phenomena.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 3-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Graduate Study Options in the Faculty of Science at Melbourne

Explore world-class graduate science programs at Melbourne, featuring cutting-edge research, industry connections, and diverse specializations for solving global challenges and advancing your career.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How to Survive Your PhD

2 reviews

Learn evidence-based strategies for emotional resilience and supervision that will help you finish your PhD or research degree.

• edX
• 4 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Public Speaking

40 ratings at edX

Build confidence as a speaker by learning how to use simple tools and skills to prepare and deliver memorable presentations.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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How to Conduct Literature Review Effectively

2 reviews

Learn effective literature review techniques, from selecting relevant papers to organizing references. Gain insights on note-taking, resource selection, and summarizing findings for successful research.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

University English for Academic Purposes

Would you like to smoothly introduce your academic research in English?Let's take you on a tour of English in different disciplines.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Degree

BA Management and Leadership

Have the opportunity to develop your practical leadership skills and increase your working knowledge of modern business management and leadership theories as you're taught how to apply them in the real world.

• FutureLearn
• On-Demand
• $54,400.00