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An introduction to web analytics

We take a deep dive into the world of web analytics, and the importance of spotting trends and patterns that will help you with your metrics and improve engagement.

Category: Digital Skills

A guide to animal welfare: How to protect animals

Animals are only now being recognised as sentient beings. Here, we discuss how animal welfare …

Category: Current Issues, General

How to train like an athlete – simple steps for exercising efficiently

We explore what makes a top athlete and how you can focus on training, nutrition, …

Category: General, Health, How To

Business skills for startups

By furnishing yourself with some essential business skills, you can ensure your startup is a …

Category: Career Development, Entrepreneurship

What’s the deal with greenhouse gases?

We explore the basics of greenhouse gases, looking at what they are, how they affect …

Category: Current Issues

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Explore: the logistics industry

The logistics industry is a huge sector that offers up a wide range of different opportunities. Find out all about them, and the essential skills you’ll need to enter into …

Category: Career Development, Job Market

An introduction to cloud computing

We take a deep dive into the world of cloud computing, the different types of services it provides, and its applications in the world.

Category: Career Development, Digital Skills

How to think critically – a guide to creative and critical thinking

Find out why critical thinking is such a valued and in-demand skill and how you can improve your own critical thinking abilities.

Category: Career Development, Upskilling

Online learning tips

Going to university after the COVID-19 pandemic: What to expect

Will university be different as a result of the pandemic? Here, we help you to prepare for the potential changes you’ll experience.

Category: Current Issues, General, Learning

Everything you need to know about blended learning

We take a closer look at blended learning, exploring what it is, the different models, and the advantages and disadvantages it brings.

Category: General, Learning

How to learn English effectively

Discover some top tips on learning English quickly and effectively. If you want to improve your English, speaking, grammar vocabulary and more, you need to read this.

Category: FutureLearn Local, Learning

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