Short online courses

Learn about the UK's university application process and how to prepare your young person for university and the student journey.

Improve your study skills and get better results by learning to use the 'three-step study model'.

Prepare for the transition to higher education and think about the life skills for living at university and beyond.

Introduce yourself to the PGCE programme and learn what the rewarding life of a teacher looks like.

Help your work to benefit society and the economy. Learn what research impact is and how to create it.

Critical thinking is a vital skill for university study whatever your discipline. Prepare for university now.

Explore the benefits of online learning and discover how to successfully learn online.

Thinking of doing an interdisciplinary degree? Learn how to study and work in an interdisciplinary environment.

Find out how to conduct ethical research when working with people by studying this online course for university students.

Become an effective online learner and develop your online communication skills when working with others.

Reflect on how you want to present yourself online and take positive steps towards these goals.

Improve your online research skills and your ability to critically analyse sources of information.

Get the most out of online learning by reflecting and sharing your learning with others.

Need advice on how to study online? Discover study techniques and skills for learning online as part of your university studies.

Get expert guidance on writing your IB Diploma Programme extended essay with this course designed for IB students and teachers.

Prepare to study at university, explore the qualities of a successful student, and learn key vocabulary in an academic context.

This free three week course will help you produce a perfect CV, application and online profile when applying for a job or course.

Learn what to expect from going to university in the UK and how to make the most of your university experience.

Build the academic skills you need for learning at university and ease your transition from school learning to higher education.

Explore the key elements of a successful presentation and how to give an effective presentation in a business environment.

Discover research methods in education and how they can benefit the way you teach on this course, ideal for CPD.

Discover effective research methods and learn how to make use of education research in your role as a teacher or educator.

A short course designed to help students prepare for EPQ qualifications

Get an introduction to technical report writing. Find out how to communicate your ideas through well-written engineering reports.

This free three week course provides the tools you need to succeed at interviews and land your dream job or course place.

Develop your English for use in different everyday situations and build more confidence in your listening skills.

Learn how to critically appraise published medical research literature to keep up with research developments in your field.

Explore online teaching with this practical course for educators designed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prepare for undertaking an International Health Elective, in this course developed in collaboration with King's College London

Learn basic English for everyday situations and improve your listening skills with this online course.

Undertaking an Extended Project Qualification, IB extended essay or any other scholarly research? This guides you step-by-step.

A short course designed to help students prepare for the Welsh Bacc Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate – Individual Project.

Explore the science of research methods in relation to analysing the travel and tourism industries.

Learn how to write a strong literature review with this course designed for research students, at any level, in any discipline.

Discover the importance of public engagement in science, and learn techniques to share and raise awareness of your research.

Improve your academic English skills further, learning about critical analysis, using sources, avoiding plagiarism and more.

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