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Showing 1 to 23 of 23 courses

An Introduction to Public Speaking: How to design and deliver successful speeches

This half-day course covers how to plan, design and deliver a successful speech or presentation for clinical researchers and research team...

Start Date
30/09/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day

An Introduction to Qualitative Methods in Health Research

This six-session course introduces the key principles in research design and strategy for qualitative research in healthcare. Discounts...

Start Date
06/07/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£540.00
Duration
3 weeks

Career Management for Early Career Academic Researchers

Explore different career options, learn what you want to get out of a career and understand how to implement good career decisions. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
4 weeks

Conducting Interviews in Qualitative Health Research

This one-day course introduces knowledge and skills required to conduct and analyse qualitative health research. Discounts...

Start Date
18/08/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£190.00
Duration
1 day

Data Management Planning

A 2-hour workshop covering the basic components and creation of Data Management Plans for research projects. Funding available.

Start Date
29/09/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day

Edinburgh Clinical Trial Management Course (ECTMC) 2026

This two-day course aims to develop your knowledge and skills in clinical trial management.

Start Date
03/12/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£570.00
Duration
2 days

Froebel in Childhood Practice - Academic Year Course

The Froebel in Childhood Practice course considers how a contemporary analysis of Froebel’s work can provide practitioners with insights into how...

Start Date
26/09/2026
Delivery Mode

Blended (Online and In Person)

Cost
£895.00
Duration
24 weeks

Froebel in Childhood Practice - Summer Course

The Froebel in Childhood Practice course considers how a contemporary analysis of Froebel’s work can provide practitioners with insights into how...

Start Date
17/07/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£895.00
Duration
6 days

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) for Laboratories

This 2.5 hour course covers the importance of GCP for Labs and how to apply it in research studies. Funding available.

Start Date
27/05/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day

How to Create an Online Course

Discover key skills to create engaging online learning experiences. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
2 weeks

How to Create Video for Online Courses

Create engaging videos for online courses by learning the skills to plan, film and edit educational media. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
2 weeks

Improving children’s reading and writing: Connecting research and practice

This series of short professional learning sessions will provide research insights to optimally support children’s reading and writing acquisition...

Start Date
From 14/05/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£15.00
Duration
1 day

Informed Consent in Clinical Research – Adults (Scotland)

A half-day course examining ethical, legal and practical aspects of consent in clinical research. Funding available.

Start Date
28/05/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day

Inspection Survival Guide: Being prepared for an MHRA GCP inspection

This half-day course gives an overview of the GCP inspection process in clinical research settings. Funding available. 

Start Date
11/06/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day

Introduction to Social Research Methods

Explore research methods, the contexts in which they are used, and the benefits, drawbacks and ethical implications involved. 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
8 weeks

Learning for Sustainable Futures

Join a personal and professional global learning journey towards sustainable futures. What on Earth could be more important? 

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
5 weeks

Making Blended Education Work

Explore challenges and advance blended learning practices in higher education.

Start Date
Anytime
Delivery Mode

Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Cost
Free
Duration
5 weeks

Paediatric Consent - The Practicalities and Legalities in taking consent for Paediatric Trials

A half-day course discussing required considerations for informed consent in paediatric clinical research. Funding available.

Start Date
24/06/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day

Patient and Public Involvement in Research (PPI) Summer School

This three half-day summer school will build your confidence and skills in PPI, helping you to carry out your first PPI activity or enhance your...

Start Date
30/06/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£300.00
Duration
3 days

Teaching in Clinical Environments

Learn how to ensure safe and effective patient care through this short course aimed at clinical...

Start Date
From 15/10/2025
Delivery Mode

Blended (Online and In Person)

Cost
Free
Duration
Varies

Technology to Support Additional Support Needs (ASN) in Education

Technology to Support ASN in Education - highlight and explore a range of assistive technologies and resources for pupils who require additional...

Start Date
10/02/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£450.00
Duration
10 weeks

Technology to Support Dyslexia in Education

The technology to support dyslexia course will focus on and explore a range of technologies, resources, and strategies to support learners with...

Start Date
25/08/2026
Delivery Mode

Online (Fixed Schedule)

Cost
£225.00
Duration
5 weeks

There's an SOP for that! A practical guide to Standard Operating Procedures

This half-day course explains the importance of SOPs in clinical research and how to write and manage them effectively. Funding available.

Start Date
28/05/2026
Delivery Mode

In person (On Campus)

Cost
£90.00
Duration
1 day
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