Preparatory Session: 13 - 15 January 2021
1 - Fundamentals of research design and methods
An accessible introduction to quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods research.
- Prof Tim Guetterman (University of Michigan, USA & Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
Week 1: 18 - 22 January 2021
Please note that each course below takes place from Monday to Friday each week: You can only attend one course per week, as they take place at the same time.
2 - Scientific Communication: Article writing and giving presentations
For researchers in all fields that want to communicate their scientific research in an effective way across a range of channels, including online presentations.
- Prof John Creemers (KU Leuven, Belgium) and Ms Vicky Davis (Media) |Read more|
3 - Introduction to Quantitative research design and methodology
Introduction and learning session on Quantitative research design and methods in Social and Health Sciences, and Education.
- Prof Tim Guetterman (Ann Arbour at the University of Michigan, USA & Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
4 - Introduction to Qualitative research design and methodology
Learn about Qualitative design and implementation. Examples from Social and Health sciences, and Education.
- Prof Wayne Babchuk (University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA), with Ms Deb Skinstad (Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
5 - Preparing for your PhD: Considerations and planning your research project
A roadmap for your Doctorate from conception to graduation. For new and aspiring PhDs across all disciplines.
- Dr Layla Cassim (Layla Cassim ERS Consultants) & Dr Nicoline Herman (Stellenbosch University) *Prescribed Toolkit: R400 |Read more|
Week 2: 25 - 29 January 2021
Please note that each course below takes place from Monday to Friday each week: You can only attend one course per week, as they take place at the same time.
6 - Advanced qualitative research design and methodology
Delegates are expected to have an understanding of Qualitative research, and we recommend attending the introductory course in Week 1.
- Prof Wayne Babchuk (University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA) with Ms Deb Skinstad (Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
7 - The Productive PhD
How to be more productive in your research project, how to progress through visual (design) thinking and becoming 'unstuck'.
- Prof Sebastian Kernbach (University of St. Gallen) |Read more|
8 - The Quantitative PhD: From philosophy to study design, data analysis and reporting
For delegates undertaking a quantitative PhD in the natural, health, engineering and related fields learning more about the methods, including novel quantitative approaches.
- Prof Catherine Comiskey (Trinity College Dublin, Ireland) |Read more|
9 - Mixed methods in research design
A practical and applied introduction to designing and implementing mixed methods research in social, health, and educational sciences.
- Prof Tim Guetterman (Ann Arbour at the University of Michigan, USA & Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
Week 3: 01 - 05 February 2021 (Short-form courses)
Please note that each course below are full day courses.
Monday 1 February 2021
10 - Good research practice: Research ethics and beyond
For researchers applying for ethical clearance; ensuring research integrity and quality of data.
- Prof Catherine Comiskey (Trinity College Dublin, Ireland) |Read more|
Tuesday 2 - Wednesday 3 February 2021
11 - Applying scenario planning as a research method and thinking tool
Explore the basics of futures thinking and learn how to apply scenario planning to imagine different long-term possibilities, and to think about various options and outcomes related to your research area.
- Dr Njeri Mwagiru and Doris Viljoen (Institute for Futures Research, Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
Tuesday 2 - Wednesday 3 February 2021
12 - Academic writing for publications: An introduction
The purpose of this interactive two day course is to provide delegates with practical guidance on how to write with discipline when writing empirical and non-empirical manuscripts, thereby increasing the readability and publishability of works.
- Prof Anthony (Tony) Onwuegbuzie (University of Cambridge, University of Johannesburg & University of South Africa​) |Read more|
Thursday 4 February 2021
13 - The systematic review
A guide to creating a research question and using research databases.
- Dr Lara Skelly (Stellenbosch University) |Read more|
Friday 5 February 2021
14 - Introduction to implementation science: Understanding the implementation of practices or policies
Quantitative Research skills and techniques, using surveys and data analysis from survey research.
- Prof Catherine Comiskey (Trinity College Dublin, Ireland) |Read more|
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