College of Social Sciences

Any data created from a research project should be carefully stored, managed and shared when possible. Use the courses and resources below to build your research data management knowledge and understanding.

Courses:

• Introduction to Research Data Management for Staff - through this moodle course, you will learn about data management in an accessible way that you can apply to your own work.

Resources:

• Research Data Management - the page contains key information and resources on data management for before, during and after your application.
• Enlighten: Research Data - this page outlines how to search, browse and add data to the Enlighten data repository.

Data visualisation is a key skill when presenting data from your research to make it more accessible and easy to understand for your audience. Explore the resources below to help enhance your data visualisation skills.

Resources:

• Urban Big Data Centre - the UBDC has a range of online training webinars available, including a webinar on 'Making data readable – dashboards, information visualisation and accessible evidence' with additional resources to enhance your learning.

Explore the courses and resources below to enhance your knowledge and skills of research software. Please first check your School webpages to find any courses, seminars or guidance on research software and methods.

Courses:

• IT Training - IT offers training on spreadsheets, databases & statistics, including an introduction to NVivo course. Simply complete their IT Training Course form through the helpdesk.
• LinkedIn Learning - LinkedIn offers a range of online training courses, such as 'NVivo Essential Training', 'Learning Python', and 'Introduction to Stata'.

Resources:

• Adam Smith Business School
• School of Education
• School of Interdisciplinary Studies
• School of Law
• School of Social & Political Sciences

Browse our resources below to discover software you can use to improve your presentations and online teaching environment.

Resources:

• TELT Technologies & Support - the Technology Enhanced Learning & Teaching pages contain a list of useful learning technologies to use to enhance your learning and teaching environment.

Use the resources below to familiarise yourself with the University's financial processes and ensure best practice.

Resources:

• Finance - the Finance Office webpage has a wealth of resources available, from travel insurance to expense procedures.
• Procurement - the Procurement Office webpage contain essential information and guides, such as the Procurement Handbook, Code of Conduct and Sustainable Procurement.

Use the courses and resources below to help you plan and create a safe fieldwork environment.

Courses:

• Preparing for research fieldwork in the UK and beyond - this Moodle course is for researchers who are undertaking independent fieldwork or research-related travel in the UK or abroad. It covers physical and emotional risks and wellbeing as part of the fieldwork process

Resources:

• Fieldwork Safety - this informative page helps ensure safe working arrangements are in place for all University-sanctioned staff and student activities conducted beyond the campus environment.
• Safety & Environmental Protection Service - this page lists available safety training and guidance, such as First Aid.