ONLINE Evidence Synthesis of Qualitative Research in Europe (ESQUIRE)

2023 Intake TBC (Online over 4 days)

The course will follow the systematic review process as it applies, and is adapted to, qualitative evidence synthesis.

The Programme Faculty will take participants through the stages of defining and exploring scope, conducting the literature searches, quality assessing studies for inclusion, synthesising data and writing up and presenting the product of the synthesis. Participants will be provided with practical experience of key stages in the review process.

Who will benefit from the course?

No formal experience is required, working knowledge of standard systematic review methods or a background in qualitative research methods will be an advantage, but not essential.

  • Qualitative researchers who want to learn how to synthesise qualitative research
  • Systematic reviewers who want to learn how to translate synthesis methods to qualitative data
  • PhD students in topic areas that require substantive review of qualitative research
  • New researchers who want to develop evidence synthesis/systematic review
  • Qualitative systematic reviewers who want to update and extend their skills and knowledge

Faculty:

Members of the Cochrane Qualitative Research Methods Group and Experienced ScHARR Staff.

Dr Andrew Booth, Reader in Evidence Based Information Practice and Director of Information, ScHARR, University of Sheffield and Course Leader of this popular course.

Fiona Campbell, Research Fellow, ScHARR, University of Sheffield.

Mark Clowes, Information Specialist, ScHARR, University of Sheffield.

Dates and times

This course has recently taken place and will be updated once the next intake has been confirmed, but is likely to be delivered online over 4 half days.

If you would like to be contacted once the next intake has been confirmed and be kept up to date with booking deadlines, please complete the google form below with your details:  ESQUIRE Register Interest Google Form
Fees

The fee for this ONLINE delivered course is £599 per person.  

If you are a member of ScHARR Staff or a ScHARR Student please contact Karen Holden at scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk in the first instance, to confirm your eligibility and details of how to book at the reduced rate of £449.

This is a popular course and generally reaches full capacity before the closing date, so early booking is advised.

Booking and payment

This will be updated once the next intake has been confirmed and it is live on our online store and accepting bookings.

If you would like to be contacted once the next intake has been confirmed and be kept up to date with booking deadlines, please complete the google form below with your details:  ESQUIRE Register Interest Google Form

This is a popular course and generally reaches full capacity before the closing date, so early booking is advised.

Payment Options

Payment can be made via credit/debit card, PayPal or via company invoice (provided a purchase order can be provided at the time of booking).

If your employer is paying your fees, and they would prefer to be invoiced, please ensure you have your purchase order details before making your booking.  Wherever possible please also email an electronic copy of your company purchase order to scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk.

Immediate payment or purchase order details are required at the time of booking, please ensure you have these details to hand before making your booking.

If you are having difficulties making your Online Store booking, please contact the Online Store directly at onlinestore@sheffield.ac.uk, in the first instance.

If you are still having difficulties, or require any further assistance please contact the Short Course Unit at scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk.

Course delivery & requirements

The live sessions for this ONLINE course will be delivered via  the University’s ‘Blackboard’ platform. 

Online delivery via University’s Blackboard platform:

  • Reliable and stable internet connection.
  • A PC or Laptop with a mouse (a USB mouse is recommended for ease of completing exercises in-class).
  • Webcam and microphone (preferably a USB Headset)
  • A quiet room where there will be no/minimal disruption.
  • Ability to access Google applications (e.g. Google Sites) and Blackboard (ensure there are no firewalls preventing access)
Contact

For further information please do not hesitate to contact us:

Email at scharr-scu@sheffield.ac.uk.

Tel:  0114 222 2968

If you would like to be contacted once the next intake has been confirmed and be kept up to date with booking deadlines, please complete the google form below with your details:  ESQUIRE Register Interest Google Form

The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it is up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research, funding changes, professional accreditation requirements, student or employer feedback, outcomes of reviews, and variations in staff or student numbers. In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.

Information last updated: 6 December 2022

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