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Introduction to Cyber Security (FutureLearn)

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Introduction to Cyber Security (FutureLearn)
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Discover essential cyber security knowledge and skills, and learn how you can better protect your digital life. Explore the world of cyber security and develop the skills needed to stay safe. Modern life depends on online services, so having a better understanding of cyber security threats is vital. On [...]

Social policy and conflict prevention in the MENA region (FutureLearn)

Mar 25th 2024
Social policy and conflict prevention in the MENA region (FutureLearn)
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Explore the dynamics between social policy and conflict prevention in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This four-week course provides a unique opportunity to explore the dynamics between conflict prevention and social protection, with a focus on the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) [...]

How to Read a Film (FutureLearn)

Delve into the devices used to create meaning in film as you gain a deeper understanding of what we see on screen. Master film studies as you learn how films create meaning. When you watch a film there are many elements working together to produce what you see and [...]

A Beginner’s Guide to Film Genres (FutureLearn)

Explore what genre means in film and how it shapes both the narrative and the audience’s response to the story on screen. Discover how cinematic experiences are shaped by the conventions of film genre. Whether you’re considering a career in the film industry or you want to improve your [...]

Buddhism: Diamond Sutra and Zen Meditation (FutureLearn)

Discover the secrets of the Diamond Sutra and learn how its Buddhist teachings promote living in serenity and ease. Explore the meaning of ‘prajñā-pāramitā’ in relation to attaining buddhahood. How can we resolve afflictions? The Diamond Sutra is one of the most historically important texts in Buddhism. On this [...]

Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care Practitioners (FutureLearn)

Many people are now living with and beyond cancer. This course will show you how to provide effective survivorship care. Understand the physical, psychosocial, financial effects of cancer. Cancer is a major burden of disease across the globe. Every year, millions of people are diagnosed with the illness. This [...]

Environmental Challenges: Scarcity and Conflict in the Natural Environment (FutureLearn)

Mar 25th 2024
Environmental Challenges: Scarcity and Conflict in the Natural Environment (FutureLearn)
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War and conflict can severely disrupt the governance of the environment. What is the impact on both people and the environment? This course explores three aspects of conflict and resource scarcity, and applies these to explore decision making and negotiation skills. Human conflict has both short and long term [...]

How to Succeed at: Interviews (FutureLearn)

This free three week course provides the tools you need to succeed at interviews and land your dream job or course place. Being offered an interview is exciting but can be quite daunting. On this course, our experts from The Careers Service here at The University of Sheffield will [...]

How to Succeed at: Writing Applications (FutureLearn)

This free three week course will help you produce a perfect CV, application and online profile when applying for a job or course. Experts from The Careers Service here at The University of Sheffield share their top tips to help you write exceptional applications, CVs (or résumés), covering letters [...]

Cancer and the Older Person: Improving Care, Outcomes and Experience (FutureLearn)

Gain an introduction to modern strategies of geriatric oncology and support. This course will enhance your understanding of cancer care for geriatric patients and help you to build confidence and knowledge to care for older people who have been diagnosed with or are undergoing treatment for [...]