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Psychology

Study and Research Skills 

Research Skills Toolkits

There are UEA toolkits offering advice and support on planning and researching your written work, these cover some of the wider study and research skills useful in all areas of study. 

First Assignment

Your First Assignment toolkit will advise you on getting started on your assignments (essays, reports and more) and help you enhance them as you progress.

The Types of information section of First Assignment also explores non academic sources of information and the pros and cos of using these when researching for assignments. 

If you are curious about Artificial Intelligence and how to use AI tools to support your study and research take a look at the AI tools page

Top tips for using word

Word can be a powerful tool if you're aware of all of the functions and features available to assist you in the structure and organisation of your assignment.

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning houses a catalogue of online courses, video tutorials and learning paths to help you learn new skills. UEA students (and recent graduates) can access LinkedIn Learning for FREE through the University. 

Learning enhancement team

The Learning Enhancement team can help you improve you work and study more effectively through their help desk and workshop, tutorial and self-access support.

Library Essentials

Get the most out of your library building and collection and meet the team in your 'Library Essentials' Blackboard area.


Statistical Software Training Books 

Books for using the Statistical Software SPSS 

Books for using the Statistical Software Jamovi 


Sage Research Methods 

 

Sage Research Methods

 

Sage research methods includes: 

Methods Map: Research methods definitions, terminology, and content relevant to your research methods journey.

Research methods titles : Research methods and statistics resources including Sage 'little blue' and 'little green' research methods books. 

Project Planner: Plan your research project including doing a Literature Review

Which Stats TestChoose an appropriate statistical method using this tool

Video tutorials: Tutorials, interviews, video case studies, and mini-documentaries covering the entire research process

Podcasts Hear how leading social scientists grapple with methodological issues in their research

Training on how to get the most out of Sage research methods materials can be found here: