Reviewing the literature

A literature review is an analysis, critical evaluation and synthesis of previous research on a topic. Writing a literature review is an important part of postgraduate research and this workshop or online course will help you understand the nature of a quality literature review and provide advice on constructing an effective synthesis of the literature you have read. 

Training

Please select from the options to access the online resources or to book your preferred workshop date via SuperSaas - you will need to register for a password if you are using this for the first time.

Please note: all our workshops are subject to a minimum registration requirement. If this is not met the workshop will be cancelled and you will be offered a place on an alternate date.

More information

This workshop and the Canvas course cover topics which primarily fall under descriptor A2.2: Synthesising of Vitae’s Researcher Development Framework.

Accessibility

Our workshops and online courses are designed to be inclusive, catering for a wide range of disabilities. We provide accessible documents and a live transcript for online workshops as standard. Accessing the Main Library Training Room in person.

Please contact libraryresearchskills@contacts.bham.ac.uk if you have any additional support requirements, and we will be happy to provide assistance.

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