This seminar (the first in a three-part series) will address common logistical and methodological challenges encountered by researchers prior to and during fieldwork. It will also examine how methods can change during fieldwork and how to respond to the same. The second seminar entitled “Power Relations & Gender; Yep, Issues Still There…”: will be held […]
Latent Class Analysis (LCA) is a branch of the more General Latent Variable Modelling approach. It is typically used to classify subjects (such as individuals or countries) in groups that represent underlying patterns from the data. In addition to this application LCA provides a flexible framework that can be used in a wide range of […]
A geographic information system (GIS) is a system designed to allow researchers to capture, store, manipulate, analyse, manage, and present spatial or geographic data. This workshop will introduce attendees to the introductory principles of GIS and how to use Python ArcGIS for research purposes. Prerequisites: Familiarity with Python or have attended Workshop 1 Attendance at […]
This workshop outlines a 7-step strategy that helps postgraduate researchers overcome writers block and build confidence as academic writers. By the end of the workshop PGRs will have a detailed plan (down to the last paragraph) of the structure for their chapter with some parts written. For Exeter Students Only: limited places so follow this […]
Essential advice from Dr Svetlana Cicmil on preparing for your final viva voce examination and the post-viva process, with plenty of opportunities to ask all those questions you’ve been wondering about concerning the final assessment stage. Also see Chapters 13 and 14 of the Graduate School Handbook for information on the final assessment process. Aimed […]
This session will help you to identify methods to review your teaching and offer strategies to identify what has been working well and where you may need to develop. Through a series of individual, pair and group activities different models of reflective practice will be explored. Limited Spaces. University of Bristol students only. Book Here.
Completing your research and submitting your thesis is one of the most intellectually challenging tasks any researcher will undertake. This workshop, aimed at PhD students expecting to submit their thesis in the next 12 months, is designed to provide you with the tools and approaches you need to complete your doctorate on time. University of […]
This WEBINAR will introduce the requirements of academic writing at research degree level, covering key tools and techniques to use in thesis writing, including sentence and paragraph structure, clarity, writing critically and analytically, and using signposting and metadiscourse. For Exeter students only. Limited places so follow this link to book onto this course.
This workshop is aimed at academics and postgraduate researchers who are conducting or planning to conduct research using ethically sensitive data, including personal data covered by GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Attendees will learn: what counts as sensitive data and what the risks are for different types of data how to complete a […]
Do you struggle to find the time, space or motivation to focus on your writing? Need help with a thesis chapter, confirmation report, journal paper or funding application? If so, come along to a ‘Writing Wednesdays’ session. ‘Writing Wednesdays’ run every fortnight from 13:30 – 16:30 and are held in 10W Room 4.48. There are […]