Course details
- Duration: 5 days
- Fees: £
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An add-on programme for summer school students
This week is dedicated to developing essential research skills that will allow you to successfully start a research project and learn about the research environment. You will learn what working in research means, the challenges involved and be able to develop key skills like collaboration in international settings, building a research plan and communicating effectively. The week will include lectures by prominent researchers and skills developers, as well as practical hands-on activities to develop your personal and groupwork skills.
By staying on for the Research Skills Accelerator, you’ll gain a distinct advantage by mastering the research skills that are crucial for academic excellence and career advancement. This additional week provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the process of research planning, data management, and collaboration within diverse international teams. You’ll learn from leading experts, refine your presentation skills, and receive constructive feedback to enhance your work. By participating in this programme, you’ll not only enhance your summer school experience but also lay a solid foundation for future research projects, gaining invaluable experience that will set you apart in your academic and professional journey.
Topics covered include:
- Anatomy of research: purpose, methods, challenges, and impact
- Building a research plan
- Collaboration, negotiation, and communication within diverse, international teams
- Team role assessments
- Searching, using, and managing research data
- Tools for data management, including reference management software
- Open Research, Open Access, and publication metrics
- Academic writing and publication processes
- Presentation skills, including poster and PowerPoint creation
- Communicating and disseminating research effectively
- Delivering and receiving constructive feedback on research presentations
More information
- Programme structures & format
- Learning Objectives
- Team learning through in-class group work
- Target audience and approach to teaching
- Teaching Faculty
- The Early Career Researcher Institute (ECRI)
- Entry requirements
- Certification