Program Overview

University College Cork Micro-credentials

The University College Cork offers a range of micro-credentials designed to provide learners with specialized skills and knowledge in specific areas. These micro-credentials are ideal for individuals looking to upskill or reskill in a particular field.

TL6010: Inclusive Academic Practice for Research Supervision

This micro-credential focuses on inclusive academic practice for research supervision, aiming to equip supervisors with the knowledge and skills necessary to foster inclusive supervisor-supervisee relationships.

Outline

Participants will be supported to reflect on research supervision through the lens of inclusion. The module covers the role of policy and procedure in shaping research supervision, critical awareness of research on the supervisor-supervisee relationship, and the social norms and relationships embedded within this relationship.

Practicalities

The module consists of:

• 5 x 3-hour seminars
• 35 x 1-hour directed study
• 75 x 1-hour research training/independent enquiry

Why Choose

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate a knowledge of the role of policy and procedure in shaping research supervision.
2. Demonstrate a critical awareness of research on the supervisor-supervisee relationship and apply insights to promote inclusive supervision.
3. Appraise the social norms and relationships embedded within the supervisor-supervisee relationship and address issues such as hierarchical power differentials and poor wellbeing.
4. Practice the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) through scaffolded worksheets.

Requirements

1. Academic Requirements: Applicants must have a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) and be teaching in the third-level education sector.
2. Employment Requirement: Applicants must be employed in a Higher Education institution.
3. Technical Requirement: Access to high-speed broadband is required to access the institutional VLE Canvas.

Fees and Costs

The fee for non-UCC staff is 500.

Micro-credentials Overview

Micro-credentials at UCC are designed to be flexible and accessible, providing learners with the opportunity to gain specialized skills and knowledge in a specific area. These credentials are ideal for individuals looking to enhance their career prospects or transition into a new field.