September 7, 2017
Formative feedback (for supervisors)
Feedback is a contentious topic in higher education: it’s purpose is understood as to give student writers direction and advice on developing their writing. But
September 5, 2017
Scientific Method and Ethical Considerations
When an academic or a researcher makes a statement, (s)he will have an authoritative voice over the society, as the statement will have a “scientific”
September 5, 2017
Getting the feedback you need (for students)
Feedback on our written work is something that we tend to have mixed feelings about: we want and need it, but we dread what supervisors,
September 5, 2017
Training and Resources in Research Ethics Evaluation
This interactive, on-line training resource provides free research ethics training with a specific focus on the capacity building needs of African countries. The training material
September 4, 2017
Setting up your digital workspace
Postgraduate students spend hours working on their computers, as most 21st century students type all their documents. Microsoft Word offers students many powerful tools that
September 4, 2017
The examination process: auditing your work before submitting it for examination
Video, 9.41 minutes. Developed by Presenter Prof Gina Wisker (Brighton University, UK). Thanks to Dr Henriëtte van den Berg who commissioned the video and developed supporting
May 30, 2017
A Research Degree Toolkit
This interactive map provides extensive information on every stage of the research journey. Click your way around and find answers to common questions. Clickable PowerPoint map
April 24, 2017
How is good scientific writing like good cooking?
How can good scientific writing be compared to good cooking? This resource cleverly describes how good scientific writing can be likened to good cooking. It
March 10, 2017
The Thesis as Argument
The thesis is the most common mode of knowledge presentation used at Postgraduate level. In this video, we suggest that the thesis is first and
February 27, 2017
In-depth Qualitative Interview
The in-depth qualitative interview is a difficult data collection skill to master. Researchers discuss their experiences of interviewing. They also give some tips on how