In this 60-minute webinar, we will explore the difference between a “traditional” literature review and one that draws on systematic methodologies. We will examine what is meant by a “comprehensive” search and how to build a robust search strategy, delve into searching in various databases, and discuss how to manage the screening of our results. […]
This is a six-week course covering creative research methods and ethics in theory and in practice. The course runs for 1.5 hours online each week, from 2-3.30 pm on Wednesdays, with associated readings, videos, exercises and online discussions in between the online sessions. Session 1: creative methods and ethics in a pandemic Session 2: enhanced […]
With so many options available, choosing a reference manager can be overwhelming and confusing. In this 60-minute webinar, we will look at three of the most commonly-used reference managers: Endnote, Mendeley and Zotero. We will explore key considerations such as the learning curve of the software, their compatibility with word processors and how easily they […]
We are pleased to announce the date for the second MMB PGR discussion group taking place on Thursday 27th February from 3:00-5:00pm (Arts Complex LT3). Continuing our thread of critical approaches to migration studies, we will be paying attention to perspectives on queer(ing) migration, particularly to challenge understandings of queer liberation through migration. Which bodies are afforded opportunities […]
Are you a PhD student at the University of Exeter undertaking food-related research? Whether your project touches on farming or fishing, food consumption or food waste, plant diseases or diet-related health outcomes – if your project is related to food, we’d love for you to join us for the Beyond Farm to Fork conference. This interdisciplinary, one-day event, organised […]
This is free training workshop for women from Black, Asian and other minoritised ethnic groups currently in postgraduate research (PGR) studies on ‘retention and progression’ at Goldsmiths, University of London on Wednesday, 5th March 2025 from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. See flyer attached. In this workshop you will learn about the different funding […]
The School of Education at the University of Bristol are pleased to extend an invitation to SWDTP-affiliated students and colleagues to attend the following event: From research impact to commercialisation: the who, what & how of making your research impactful and sustainable Hybrid event | 15:00 – 16:00, Wednesday 5th March 2025 Academics in the School […]
In this course you will learn both how to clean longitudinal data as well as the main statistical models used to analyse it. The course will cover three fundamental frameworks for analysing longitudinal data: multilevel modelling, structural equation modelling and event history analysis. The course is organised as a mixture of lectures and hands-on practicals […]
In this course you will learn both how to clean longitudinal data as well as the main statistical models used to analyse it. The course will cover three fundamental frameworks for analysing longitudinal data: multilevel modelling, structural equation modelling and event history analysis. The course is organised as a mixture of lectures and hands-on practicals […]
This course will familiarise students with the basic concepts of Bayesian theory. It is designed to provide an introduction to the principles, methods, and applications of Bayesian statistics. Bayesian statistics offers a powerful framework for data analysis and inference, allowing for the incorporation of prior knowledge and uncertainty in a coherent and systematic manner. The […]