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Caring for People with Psychosis and Schizophrenia
King's College LondonExplore the key issues related to caring for a relative with psychosis or schizophrenia, with this short, free online course.
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How to Succeed at: Writing Applications
The University of SheffieldThis free three week course will help you produce a perfect CV, application and online profile when applying for a job or course.
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From State Control to Remote Control: Warfare in the 21st Century
University of BathExplore the impact and ethics of using drones, special ops units and private security firms, with this free online course.
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Conducting Remote Consultations and Triage
UCL (University College London)Learn how to conduct remote consultations and triage during COVID-19 with this free course for healthcare professionals.
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The Online Educator: People and Pedagogy
The Open UniversityDesign engaging courses, make your teaching more inclusive, navigate online research ethics and shape your digital identity.
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Bacterial Genomes II: Accessing and Analysing Microbial Genome Data Using Artemis
Wellcome Connecting ScienceLearn more about how genomic data and computational tools can help us understand and track disease-causing bacteria.
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Football: More than a Game
The University of EdinburghExplore the role of football in the world today - including finances, clubs, nations and rivalries - with this free online course.
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Compassion in Fashion: Sustainability and the Global Fur Trade 同理新时尚：可持续发展与全球皮草贸易
ACTAsiaLearn how fashion designers and businesses can make more compassionate choices to build fur-free, sustainable fashion brands.
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Mergers and Acquisitions: Free Cash Flow Modeling
New York Institute of FinanceLearn how to evaluate a company’s financial performance to determine acquisition opportunities.
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Robert Burns: Poems, Songs and Legacy
The University of GlasgowDig deeper into the life and works of Robert Burns, with this free University of Glasgow course.
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Preparing for an International Health Elective: Exploring Global Health, Ethics and Safety
St George's, University of LondonPrepare for undertaking an International Health Elective, in this course developed in collaboration with King's College London
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Biochemistry: the Molecules of Life
UEA (University of East Anglia)Explore the impact of biochemistry on bioenergy and health, discovering why graduates are in demand; with the Biochemical Society.
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Antimicrobial Stewardship: Managing Antibiotic Resistance
University of DundeeUnderstand antibiotic resistance, and how antimicrobial stewardship can slow down or reduce it, with this free online course
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Start a CoderDojo Club
Raspberry Pi FoundationGet support and advice on how to grow your confidence in coding and start a CoderDojo for young people in your area.
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Career Skills for the 2020s: Navigating the Online World of Work
Coventry UniversityFind your purpose and identify the career skills you need to upskill in your sector or to seek a new job online.
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ECG Assessment: an Introduction for Healthcare Providers
St George's, University of LondonUnderstand the principles of electrocardiography and learn a step-by-step approach to performing and interpreting an ECG test.
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Agriculture
Learn about the agricultural industry and how its changing with these free online agriculture courses from FutureLearn.
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Learn Norwegian
Learn Norwegian online with free and flexible online courses designed to help you master this intriguing language.
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How to Succeed at: Interviews
The University of SheffieldThis free three week course provides the tools you need to succeed at interviews and land your dream job or course place.
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How to Teach Online
Explore the best ways to teach online with these free online courses for educators who need to connect remotely with their students.
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Getting Care Right for All Children: Implementing the UN Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children
University of StrathclydeEnsure that alternative care is a necessary, suitable and positive experience for children, with this free online course.
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Teaching Computing
Learn how to teach computing with these free online courses designed to help you thrive in your classroom, and master the teaching of programming.
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Prepare to Run a Code Club
Raspberry Pi FoundationBuild your confidence and get practical advice on launching and running a Code Club for young people.
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Anxiety & Depression
Explore anxiety and depression with these free online mental health courses from FutureLearn, examining the best way to improve mental wellbeing.
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Ecology
Discover how to protect natural ecosystems with these free online ecology courses from FutureLearn exploring what we can do to protect the environment.
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Fashion
Explore fashion with these free online fashion courses from FutureLearn – learn how the industry can become more sustainable, and examine its history.
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Statistical Shape Modelling: Computing the Human Anatomy
University of BaselLearn the technology of modelling, as used in computational face recognition or in surgeries, with this free online course.
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William Wordsworth: Poetry, People and Place
Lancaster UniversityExplore the influence of the Lake District on Wordsworth with this free online course, filmed at his home, Dove Cottage, Grasmere.
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Mindfulness for Wellbeing and Peak Performance
Monash UniversityLearn mindfulness techniques to reduce stress and improve your wellbeing and work/study performance in this online course.
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Bacterial Genomes III: Comparative Genomics using Artemis Comparison Tool (ACT)
Wellcome Connecting ScienceLearn to use comparative genomics to improve your knowledge of microbial genomes.
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Gender and Development
Deakin UniversityDoes gender matter in international and community development? Find out in this free online course.
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e-Bug Health Educator Training
BSACImprove your ability to teach children and young people how to prevent the spread of infection and to use antibiotics responsibly.
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Introduction to Frisian
University of GroningenLearn to speak, write and understand the second official language of the Netherlands with this free introductory language course.
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What is a Mind?
University of Cape TownExplore the most pertinent scientific and philosophical concepts for understanding our own minds with this free online course
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Combinatorics: Strategies and Methods for Counting
University of PadovaExplore the wonderful world of combinatorics with this course exploring simple and efficient ways to count.
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Quality Improvement in Healthcare: the Case for Change
University of BathExplore new and better ways of organising health and social care services to improve quality with this free CPD-certified course.
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Music Moves: Why Does Music Make You Move?
University of OsloLearn about the psychology of music and movement, and how researchers study music-related movements, with this free online course.
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Social Enterprise: Business Doing Good
Minca VenturesLearn about the diverse world of social enterprise in this free online course.
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Technology Entrepreneurship: How to Start a New Venture
University of TwenteFind out how to recognise, develop and exploit entrepreneurial opportunities. Start your own entrepreneurial venture.
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Metabolomics: Understanding Metabolism in the 21st Century
University of BirminghamDiscover how metabolomics is revolutionising our understanding of metabolism with this free online course.
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Introduction to Health Psychology
University of PadovaLearn about the importance of psychology in healthcare, how it can improve policymaking and patient outcomes.
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Freedom of Movement, Refugees, Traffickers, and Smugglers
The University of KentInvestigate the role, reach, and scope of border controls in generating modern forms and means of flight.
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Cancer in the 21st Century: the Genomic Revolution
The University of GlasgowDiscover how genetics is revolutionising the detection and treatment of cancer, with this free online course.
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The European Union: Crisis and Recovery
Dublin City UniversityThis course will develop your understanding of the recent history of the European Union and its prospects for the future.
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Social Enterprise: Growing a Sustainable Business
Minca VenturesLearn how to grow a sustainable social enterprise in this free online course.
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Social Enterprise: Turning Ideas into Action
Minca VenturesLearn how to turn your social enterprise ideas into action in this free online course.
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Why Do We Age? The Molecular Mechanisms of Ageing
University of GroningenWhy do we age? Is there a limit to human lifespan? Can we prolong our lives? Find out with this free online course.
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Dangerous Questions: Why Academic Freedom Matters
University of OsloExplore the meaning of academic freedom and how it relates to core higher education and societal values.
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Introduction to Dutch
University of GroningenLearn to speak, write and understand basic Dutch, with this free, three-week, introductory foreign language course.
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Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice
University of BirminghamLearn how to achieve consistent and excellent results in all aspects of dental photography with this free online course.
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Nutrition and Wellbeing
University of AberdeenDemystify the complex and conflicting messages we hear about nutrition, health and lifestyle today, on this free nutrition course.
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The Musculoskeletal System: The Science of Staying Active into Old Age
The University of SheffieldDemystify the ageing process and learn how our everyday behaviours are likely to affect our long-term musculoskeletal health.
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Inside Cancer: How Genes Influence Cancer Development
University of BathUnderstand how genetics influence the development and spread of cancer, with this free, introductory online course.
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Social Media in Healthcare: Opportunities and Challenges
Taipei Medical UniversityUnderstand how social media is used in healthcare, to improve communication and information sharing, with this free online course.
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Introduction to Process Mining with ProM
Eindhoven University of TechnologyLearn how to use the free, open source process mining framework (ProM) to analyse, visualise, and improve processes based on data.
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Global Resource Politics: the Past, Present and Future of Oil, Gas and Shale
Hanyang UniversityUnderstand the critical energy challenges the world faces and analyse the political economy of the global energy industry.
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Mergers and Acquisitions: Concepts and Theories
New York Institute of FinanceGet an introduction to mergers and acquisitions with this first course in a program from the New York Institute of Finance.
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Medicine and the Arts: Humanising Healthcare
University of Cape TownExplore the field of medical humanities - the intersection of the arts, humanities and healthcare - with this free online course.
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Apply Creative Machine Learning
UAL Creative Computing InstituteDiscover the creative side of machine learning with this free course using hands-on examples.
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Antiquities Trafficking and Art Crime
The University of GlasgowDelve into the seedy underbelly of the art world, looking at smuggling, theft, fakes, and fraud, with this free online course.
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Introduction to Italian
Università per Stranieri di Siena (UniStraSi)Learn basic Italian and explore Italian culture, with this free online Italian course.
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Maths Puzzles: Cryptarithms, Symbologies and Secret Codes
Davidson Institute of Science Education at the Weizmann Institute of ScienceExplore and solve encrypted maths puzzles, in which numbers are replaced by letters or symbols, with this free online course.
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Propaganda and Ideology in Everyday Life
The University of NottinghamFind out how propaganda is used to instil political ideologies and its impact on our daily lives, with this free online course.
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The Future of Farming: Exploring Climate Smart Agriculture
University of ReadingHow can we adapt farming to an uncertain future? Could the answer be Climate Smart Agriculture? Find out with this free course.
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Introduction to Norwegian
University of OsloStart learning Norwegian today. Learn to speak, write and understand basic Norwegian with this free four-week course.
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Teaching Programming in Primary Schools
Raspberry Pi FoundationUnderstand key programming concepts and apply them using Scratch, with this introductory course for primary or K-5 teachers.
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Intercultural Communication
Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)Learn important perspectives to understand cross-cultural interaction with this free online intercultural communication course.
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Multilingual Learning for a Globalised World
The University of GlasgowThis free online course will explore multilingual education and how it can impact and improve education and even wider society.
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Construction Ethics and Compliance
Chartered Institute of Building AcademyFind out how to stay ethical, compliant and professional in the construction industry, with this free online course from the CIOB.
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Leading Culturally Diverse Teams in the Workplace
Deakin UniversityExplore why cultural diversity matters in the workplace and how multicultural teams can benefit your organisation.
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Improving Healthcare Through Clinical Research
University of LeedsOn this free online course, find out how medical treatments are discovered, tested and evaluated to improve healthcare for all.
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Understanding Public Financial Management: How Is Your Money Spent?
SOAS University of LondonHow do governments acquire and spend public money? Take a fresh look at public financial management with this free online course.
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Rome: A Virtual Tour of the Ancient City
University of ReadingExplore the architecture and history of Rome, walking around a 3D digital model of the ancient city, with this free online course.
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Big Data: Mathematical Modelling
Queensland University of TechnologyLearn how to apply selected mathematical modelling methods to analyse big data in this free online course.
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Risk Management in the Global Economy
SOAS University of LondonWhat is risk? This free course examines the financial markets and the role that risk management tools play in the global economy.
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Drafting and Negotiating Commercial Contracts: A guide to contract law for non-lawyers
College of LawHow to effectively draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
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Get Creative
Get creative with free online courses from top universities and creative organisations. Explore acting, animation, filmmaking, poetry, songwriting or creative writing courses.
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Literature in the Digital Age: from Close Reading to Distant Reading
University of BaselLearn new ways of interpreting literary texts, from time-tested methods to computer-assisted practices such as distant reading.
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Inside IELTS: Preparing for the Test With the Experts
The International English Language Testing System (IELTS)Learn and master all the skills you'll need for the IELTS Academic test on this free course.
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Neuroplasticians and Neuromyths
Central Queensland UniversityExplore the latest strategies emerging from Educational Neuroscience for educators to consider.
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Introduction to Sustainable Bioeconomy
University of PadovaDiscover what the bioeconomy is and how recent innovations in Europe’s forest-based sectors affect the drive for sustainability.
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The Essential Financial Management Toolbox for Film, Screen and Broadcast
Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS)Discover how managing finances dictates your creative business world. Learn key tools needed for successfully financed projects.
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Teaching Programming to 5 - 11 year olds
Raspberry Pi FoundationIncrease your programming knowledge and develop effective lessons to teach programming to primary school pupils (aged 5-11 years).
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Basic English 1: Elementary
King's College LondonLearn basic English for everyday situations and improve your listening skills with this online English language course.
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An Introduction to Screenwriting
UEA (University of East Anglia)This online course explores the key concepts and fundamental principles involved in the process of screenwriting.
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The Power of Podcasting for Storytelling
University of WollongongDiscover all things podcasting: learn how to plan, write and publish your own podcast.
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Global Biosecurity for One Health
Murdoch UniversityLearn about the drivers, activities and collaborative networks that protect human, animal and environmental health.
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Teach Computing in Schools: Creating a Curriculum for Ages 11 to 16
Raspberry Pi FoundationCreate an inspiring and engaging computing curriculum for secondary school students, using freely available resources.
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Soils: Introducing the World Beneath Our Feet
Lancaster UniversityLearn about soils, the variety of life they contain and how humans impact this fragile system, with this free online course.
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Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism
Murdoch UniversityFind out what security is and what it means to be secure, by exploring the threat of conflict, war and terrorism.
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Future-proofing the Health Workforce
Griffith UniversityFind out how to meet the challenges and opportunities that face tomorrow’s healthcare workforce.
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Causes of Climate Change
University of BergenLearn the physical processes behind climate variation around the world to better understand the causes of climate change.
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Introduction to Anatomy: Learning the Anatomical Alphabet
Charles Sturt UniversityStart your journey into the health sciences by discovering the fundamentals of human anatomy.
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Liver Transplant: the Ins and Outs
University of BirminghamLearn about the science behind having a liver transplant with this free online course from the Centre for Liver Research.
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The Discovery of the Higgs Boson
The University of EdinburghShould we be excited about the Higgs boson? Find out more about particle physics and understanding the universe.
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Plagues, Pestilence and Pandemics: Are You Ready?
Griffith UniversityExplore the current and emerging threat of global health pandemics and how we can respond to them effectively.
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Healthy Futures: How Can We Create the Most Effective Healthcare System?
Murdoch UniversityFind out how to solve some of the world’s biggest healthcare problems and make a positive difference.
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Radical Spirituality: the Early History of the Quakers
Lancaster UniversityLearn about the beginnings of this radical religious group as it emerged in 17th century England, with this free online course.
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Transitioning From Friend To Leader
University of Southern QueenslandSupport yourself during a move into management by implementing effective strategies for success.
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Blended and Online Learning Design
UCL (University College London)Learn to develop the best pedagogy for your students using blended and online learning methods.
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Get Started Teaching Computing in Primary Schools: Preparing to teach 5 - 11 year olds
Raspberry Pi FoundationImprove your subject knowledge and develop inclusive lessons to teach computing to primary school pupils (aged 5 to 11 years old).
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Black Agency: Resistance and Resilience
University of ConnecticutExplore the history of anti-Black racism and reflect on how Black and non-Black people can build resilience to confront prejudice.
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Supporting and Engaging People with Autism
Swinburne University of TechnologySolve practical issues in the lives of individuals who have autism.
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World War 1: Trauma, Memory, Controversy
The Open UniversityExplore the traumatic effects of WW1 on soldiers and civilians. Discover how we remember and debate the history of this war.
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IT Ethics: Professionalism and Ethics in Computing
Charles Sturt UniversityLearn why ethics matter to computing professionals and develop skills to identify ethical problems & recommend solutions to them
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Prepare for Career Success at University
Goldsmiths, University of LondonFind out how to make the most of your time at university and ensure you have the skills and experience graduate employers want.
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Psychology and Mental Health: Beyond Nature and Nurture
University of LiverpoolLearn how a psychological understanding of our emotions and behaviour gives us new ways to improve mental health and wellbeing.
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eHealth: Combining Psychology, Technology, and Health
University of TwenteHow can technology make you healthy? Learn about the design, application, implementation and evaluation of eHealth.
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Logical and Critical Thinking
The University of AucklandImprove your logical and critical thinking skills in this free online course. Identify common obstacles to effective thinking.
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Strategic planning for professional service firms in the time of COVID-19
College of LawPlan strategically for a “new normal” by evaluating opportunities and risks in complex and challenging markets.
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Internet of Things for Active Aging
Taipei Medical UniversityLearn about how the Internet of Things can help people aging well with this free online course.
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How to Learn Online: Getting Started
The Open UniversityExplore the benefits of online learning and discover how to successfully learn online.
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Dynamics 365: Implementing Power Platform Integrations
CloudSwyft Global Systems, Inc.Learn common integrations of the Power Platform to help develop and optimise your workflows.
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Learn Jazz Piano: Final Topics and Two Concerts
Goldsmiths, University of LondonExplore advanced blues sequences, ballads, special devices and composing to incorporate Latin and funk into your jazz piano style.
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People Studying People: Research Ethics in Society
University of LeicesterExplore the value of ethical thinking for research, using an ethical appraisal framework to develop and evaluate studies.
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Spanish for Beginners 1: Meeting and Greeting
The Open UniversityLearn how to greet people, and talk about where you live and what you do in this Spanish for Beginners course.
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Filmmaking and Animation Online and in the Classroom
Into FilmLearn how to use simple filmmaking and animation techniques to bring learning to life and enhance learning across the curriculum.
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Ultrasound Imaging: What Is Inside?
University of TwenteWhat is an ultrasound scan, and how do they work? Discover the science of ultrasound and understand its clinical uses.
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People Management Skills
CIPD - Chartered Institute of Personnel and DevelopmentDiscover the key methods, strategies and principles of people management and develop your own management style.
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Sino-Japanese Interactions Through Rare Books
Keio UniversityLearn about the role of books in the relationship between the cultures of Japan and China, with this free online course.
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The Science of Medicines
Monash UniversityLearn the science behind how and why medicines work, and what can improve patient's treatment, with this online course.
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Exploring Everyday Chemistry
University of YorkExplore the organic chemistry behind perfume, medicine, brewing and sport from one of the UK's leading universities
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The Genomics Era: the Future of Genetics in Medicine
St George's, University of LondonGet an introduction to the growing role of genomics in healthcare, for patient diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
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Italian for Beginners 1: Meeting, Greeting and Eating
The Open UniversityLearn how to order food and drink, greet people, and introduce yourself, in this first Italian for Beginners course.
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Contract Management: Building Relationships in Business
University of SouthamptonLearn about contract management and business relationships in a course backed by UK government & World Commerce & Contracting
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So You Want to Study Life Science?
The University of GlasgowExplore the exciting subjects within life sciences and the rewarding careers that studying life sciences at university lead to.
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Switzerland in Europe: Money, Migration and Other Difficult Matters
University of BaselLearn about the position of Switzerland in Europe, in particular with respect to money, migration and other difficult matters.
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Genomic Medicine: Transforming Patient Care in Diabetes
University of ExeterLearn how developments in genomics are transforming our knowledge and treatment of conditions such as diabetes.
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Step into Social Care
City & Guilds GroupExplore whether a career in social care is right for you, and identify and develop the skills you need for a career in the sector.
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Whole Genome Sequencing: Decoding the Language of Life and Health
Health Education EnglandLearn how whole genome sequencing works and what it could mean for the future of healthcare with this free online course.
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Exploring Body Neutrality and Body Image with Jameela Jamil
Tommy HilfigerReclaim power over your own self-worth and learn from Jameela Jamil how you can transform your body image and practice self-love.
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Become a Finance Manager
Finance managers, sometimes known as financial controllers, are responsible for managing a company’s financial aims and output - from day-to-day decisions through to end-of-year goals. Start your career now with short online financial management courses.
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Understanding Language: Learning and Teaching
University of SouthamptonAn introduction to some key concepts in the effective teaching and learning of languages.
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Improving the Health of Women, Children and Adolescents: from Evidence to Action
London School of Hygiene & Tropical MedicineConsider the latest data, priorities and debates about the health of mothers, children and adolescents in this free online course.
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Why We Post: the Anthropology of Social Media
UCL (University College London)Discover the varying uses of social media around the world and its consequences for politics, relationships and everyday life.
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Genomic Technologies in Clinical Diagnostics: Molecular Techniques
St George's, University of LondonLearn how molecular genetic techniques are used to identify the genetic factors that contribute to the development of disease.
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Environmental Justice
UEA (University of East Anglia)Understand how climate change, biodiversity loss and deforestation affect people, exploring justice in environment management.
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Supercomputing
Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe (PRACE)Discover how supercomputers work and the real-life scientific breakthroughs made possible by today’s computer simulations.
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The Ultimate Digital Marketing Training: SEO, Google Ads and Cold Email
ClickSliceLearn how to launch an effective SEO, Google Ads, and cold email campaign from scratch following repeatable step by step processes
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Social Wellbeing
The University of EdinburghFind out how measuring and promoting wellbeing can make people, organisations and society more focused, considerate and effective.
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Clinical Bioinformatics: Unlocking Genomics in Healthcare
The University of ManchesterLearn about the role of clinical bioinformaticians in healthcare and how their work is helping to realise the genomics revolution.
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Trauma-Aware Education: Teaching Students Who Have Suffered Complex Trauma
Queensland University of TechnologyProduce an action plan to use trauma-informed practices to support your students, colleagues, school or workplace.