Learn about global health security and how international health policies and organisations help protect public health.Foster global health security with Taipei Medical UniversityWith the rapid advance of technology and the rise of big data, twentieth-century health issues have become globalised. That makes global health security an issue of vital importance everywhere. This four-week course from Taipei Medical University provides an overview of global health security and the policies and organisations that promote it. Paying particular attention to the Global Health Security Agenda and the impact of COVID-19, you’ll learn how international cooperation can help prevent the spread of diseases and...

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 meaningWhen you watch a film there are many elements working together to produce what you see and hear. The different elements, known as devices, have been carefully constructed so that your attention is drawn to certain things at certain times, forming the way in which a film communicates its story. On this five-week course, you’ll unpack these elements to discover how they work, what they are called, and how they...

Develop a toolkit of skills and techniques to ace your interview for Nursing degrees and programmes.Hone your interview skills with the University of East AngliaEvery year, 20,000 aspiring nurses don’t win a place at university and 3,000 previous nursing applicants reapply. These statistics from UCAS demonstrate both the high demand for Nursing programmes and the importance of nailing your application the first time around. Part of the admissions process for a Nursing course is completing an interview. To help you successfully prepare for yours, this one-week course from the University of East Anglia will arm you with key interview skills...

Learn to speak, write and understand basic Dutch, with this free, three-week, introductory foreign language course.Are you planning to visit, or work or study in the Netherlands soon? This free online course is perfect if you have little or no prior knowledge of Dutch, but would like to master the fundamentals in order to survive life in the Low Countries. Learn basic Dutch The course will run over three weeks, helping you to: introduce yourself and get to know other learners talk about your family, friends, work and study and experience life in the Netherlands. Speak, write and...

Discover the fascinating world of food science and feel empowered to make safe, healthy, and sustainable food choices.Discover topics like food sustainability, integrity, ethics, and constituentsPlease note this course runs without facilitation Food and health information is often oversimplified by the media, and recommendations can be inaccurately reported and contradictory to current recommendations. By understanding and learning more about what’s in our food, we can make smarter, more sustainable, and healthier food choices. On this course, you’ll access trustworthy information on the food system from food industry experts. You’ll cover topics like food contaminants, food safety, ethical issues, and food...

Continue on your Irish language journey and explore conversational themes and gain new insights into Irish culture and language.Immerse yourself in the Irish language and its culture.Building upon previous courses, Irish 107 will help you take the next steps in learning the Irish language. You will broaden your ability to converse in the language by learning how to describe people by personality and appearance and converse about shopping for clothes. By the end of the course, you will have learned how to engage in practical conversational topics and you will learn about the genitive case and future tenses. And of...

Learn about the rich culture found in the Irish language while developing your spoken, reading, listening and writing skills.Learn how to describe your background, family and where you live in IrishBuild on your existing basic knowledge of the Irish language and culture. Whether you’re looking to work, study or travel in Ireland, gain a greater insight into the Irish language and improve your language skills on this engaging online course. You will cover a range of topics that will help you speak and write about yourself, your home and family along with learning some aspects of Irish grammar. You will...

A comprehensive approach to considering, applying for, or beginning doctoral study in the UK.Prepare for a PhD in the UK.Are you considering applying for a doctoral programme in the UK? Do you want guidance as you take your first steps towards a PhD? This three-week course from Bloomsbury Learning Exchange is designed to provide information and advice for anyone deciding whether doctoral study is the right path for them. Swapping myths and misconceptions for useful tips and resources, this course will help you prepare for PhD applications and beyond. Decide whether doctoral study is for you Week 1 of the...

Develop the skills to make a difference and create change in your organisation on this course targeted at health and care staff.Build the confidence needed to make change happenDo you want to make a difference in your organisation? On this course, you will build the skills, confidence, and supportive community needed to create change in an evolving environment. You will learn how to become a change agent by generating new ideas, pushing the boundaries, and leading others to do the same in your organisation. You will understand what drives you to create change, how to take action, and how to...

Descubre cómo los diferentes tipos de transporte público se pueden emplear para hacer el transporte urbano más sostenible.Se recomienda traducir completamente esta página usando la función de traducción del navegador antes de continuar. Descubre cómo el transporte urbano se puede hacer más sostenible Los buenos sistemas y proyectos de transporte son fundamentales para el desarrollo de ciudades ecológicamente sostenibles y socialmente inclusivas. En este curso, estudiarás el enfoque “Evitar-Cambiar-Mejorar” (ECM) – en particular las dimensiones “Cambiar” y “Mejorar” – como componentes clave de una estrategia de movilidad urbana sostenible. Aprende por qué las ciudades sostenibles son importantes A medida...