Undertaking a Literature Review

Course Overview

A well-crafted literature review is the cornerstone of any successful research project. Undertaking a Literature Review is a six-week online course designed to guide graduate students, researchers, and professionals through every stage of the literature review process from formulating a research question to writing a clear, critical, and well-organized review.

Participants will develop the practical skills needed to locate, analyze, and synthesize existing research, ensuring their own work is built upon a thorough understanding of the academic landscape.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the purpose and types of literature reviews
Formulate a focused research question and design an effective search strategy
Conduct and manage comprehensive literature searches
Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize findings from scholarly sources
Structure and write a coherent, critical literature review
Apply ethical practices such as proper citation and avoiding bias

Who Should Enroll ?

This course is ideal for:

Graduate students preparing for thesis or dissertation writing
Early-stage researchers seeking to build strong foundational skills
Professionals involved in academic writing, research reporting, or evidence-based practice

Course Structure

The course will be delivered over six weeks, featuring a blend of video lectures, interactive workshops, case studies, and practical assignments. Each week will focus on a specific theme, with activities designed to reinforce learning.

Weekly Breakdown

Week 1: Understanding Literature Reviews

Week 2: Developing a Research Question and Search Strategy

Week 3: Conducting a Comprehensive Literature Search

Week 4: Analyzing and Synthesizing Literature

Week 5: Structuring and Writing the Literature Review

Week 6: Finalizing the Literature Review and Ethical Considerations

Assessment & Certification

Participants will be assessed through:

Weekly assignments
Participation in peer feedback and workshops
A final literature review project and presentation

🎓 Certificate of Completion provided upon successful course completion.

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