SP403
Academic & Professional Skills Development
This information is for the 2021/22 session.
Teacher responsible
Dr Leonidas Cheliotis Old 2.51
Availability
This course is available on the MSc in Criminal Justice Policy, MSc in International Social and Public Policy, MSc in International Social and Public Policy (Development), MSc in International Social and Public Policy (LSE and Fudan), MSc in International Social and Public Policy (Migration), MSc in International Social and Public Policy (Non-Governmental Organisations) and MSc in International Social and Public Policy (Research). This course is not available as an outside option.
Available only to students on Social Policy Programmes.
Pre-requisites
No prerequisites.
Course content
The course will consist of a number of workshops in the MT focusing on the development of academic skills (to include effective reading; academic writing; presentation skills; networking skills; time management); and in the LT focusing on the development of professional skills, and working in the Social Policy sector.
The course will complement students' academic studies and support them to get the most out of their courses and Programme; while also helping them to make the link between the skills and knowledge they develop during their time at LSE and the opportunities and requirements of a range of careers in Social Policy.
Teaching
The course will be delivered through a series of online workshops, with associated tasks assigned to students' peer groups (assigned at the start of the academic year).
The course will be delivered in Michaelmas and Lent term.
Assessment
This course is non-credit bearing, and there is no formal assessment.
Course selection videos
Some departments have produced short videos to introduce their courses. Please refer to the course selection videos index page for further information.
Important information in response to COVID-19
Please note that during 2021/22 academic year some variation to teaching and learning activities may be required to respond to changes in public health advice and/or to account for the differing needs of students in attendance on campus and those who might be studying online. For example, this may involve changes to the mode of teaching delivery and/or the format or weighting of assessments. Changes will only be made if required and students will be notified about any changes to teaching or assessment plans at the earliest opportunity.
Key facts
Department: Social Policy
Total students 2020/21: 153
Average class size 2020/21: Unavailable
Controlled access 2020/21: No
Value: Non-credit bearing
Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Team working
- Communication
