Overview

This short course is designed for anyone who is new to postgraduate study, or wants a refresh on academic skills. Facilitated by the Academic Education team at Great Ormond Street Hospital, this course will support you to confidently approach and analyse research evidence, build your critical arguments, and more.

Delivery

This course is delivered through a blend of asynchronous and synchronous content.

  • Part 1 – You’ll complete a series of learning sessions independently and at your own convenience. These sessions will be delivered via GOLD LMS and equates to around two hours of content.
  • Part 2 – Live group workshop (2 hours). You’ll attend an online session with other learners. You can book your preferred session via GOLD LMS.

Dates available for Part 2 – Live group workshop:

• 25th September 2025
• 8th October 2025
• 6th November 2025

Learning outcomes

  • Develop autonomy and confidence in academic skills.
  • Independently appraise academic literature.
  • Independently construct academic arguments.

Key content

Topics covered in this course include:

  • Database searching
  • Quantitative & qualitative evidence
  • Postgraduate expectations
  • Critical analysis & synthesis

Benefits

This course benefits professionals who are new to or returning to postgraduate study. The course also benefits internationally-educated professionals, who are transitioning to the UK higher education system.

Evaluation

At the end of the course, you’ll be invited to offer feedback on your experience.

Assessment

Learning is formatively assessed throughout the course. On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion via GOLD LMS.