Explain it to me-UoC
By FAHSS UoC
Our lecturers and students explain a course, a piece of research or anything they’re an academic expert in, to a clueless non-academic.
Learning as You Teach- MA Education
Listen to Course Leader, Dr Heather MacDonald, and current student and primary school teacher, Alex, as they discuss the benefits, challenges, and perception-changing Master's in Education.
They go over:
- The knowledge you gain as part of this course- from using AI in education to the best teaching practice
- The flexibility of the course
- How the course helps education practitioners with their practice
Check out the course page for more information about how you could apply: https://www.chester.ac.uk/study/course-search/education-ma/
Dyslexia in Education- Changing Perceptions
Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the Master’s in Special Education Needs with Specific Learning Difficulties (formally known as the Master’s in Dyslexia Research and Practice) at the University of Chester, Sarah Guest, explains the ins and outs of Dyslexia.
She answers the big question, "what is dyslexia?", and goes into how different people learn and process things in a multitude of ways.
Sarah talks about her own practice and experience, and tells us what everyone can do to encourage learners with Dyslexia.
Researching Archaeology- Studying a Research Master's Explained
Course Leader for the Master's in Research (MRes) in Arcaheology, Professor Howard Williams, and current student Scarlett really dig into what their course is and how it is beneficial for the archaeological field.
They go over:
- how the MRes works
- how Scarlett and other students have been able to pursue their own research interests through this qualification
- some tips for future students
- and their inspirations as part of this postgraduate degree.
Public Archaeology- Connecting to the World Through the Past
Course Leader, Dr Caroline Pudney, and Professor HowardWilliams explain how our Public Archaeology MA is unique, along with how it will help students with their future aspirations in the sector.
They discuss the meaning of Public Archaeology and howcommunities connect with artefacts of the past, along with the importance of this nuanced practice. They outline how students will gain skills in relating to others through archaeological practice on a local and global scale as theylearn on this course.
A Master's in Law- Not Just for Lawyers
Dr John Morrow and Dr Abdullah Nawafleh who are both Senior Lecturers in our Law School explain our exciting new LLM courses.
John is currently the Programme Leader for our Law LLM and focuses on the sociological areas of Law. Abdullah is the Programme Leader for our International Business and Commercial Law LLM and his area of expertise is in the business side of Law.
They go through:
- What areas of Law each LLM covers
- How the courses will help you in your career goals
- The skills you'll gain as a Law graduate
- The types of students who should apply (Spoiler, John says everyone should apply)
- What makes the course stand out
- Why Chester is the best place for you to study