Reviewing Research Literature

Course Overview

Coventry Universitys Centre for Academic Writing (CAW) offers €˜Reviewing Research Literature, a 10-credit Masters level module designed to support postgraduates, researchers, and staff undertaking research. The skill of reviewing research literature and writing a literature review underpins many types of research writing. Through their literature reviews, writers demonstrate knowledge of their research area, position their work within existing debates, and justify the question/s on which their work hinges. Writers who are new to producing a lengthy piece of research often struggle to conduct and structure literature reviews effectively, which can impact negatively the early stages of research projects. This module introduces and provides guided practice in the writing skills needed for high-quality literature reviewing argumentation and conference presentations. Postgraduates and Early Career Researchers seeking to strengthen and systematize their approach to analyzing and synthesizing literature will benefit from this module. Staff undertaking Masters and Doctoral level research may also find the refresher valuable.

General Eligibility

There are no prior entry requirements for this module.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

• This course requires an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5. Pre-sessional English is available if required.