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Introduction to HSK 2 Test
The HSK (Level 2) exam is intended for beginners but at a slightly more advanced level, assessing their basic listening and reading capabilities in Chinese.
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Introduction to HSK 1 Test
The HSK (Level 1) exam is designed for individuals who are beginners in Chinese, having acquired fundamental listening and reading skills.
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Introduction to HSK 3 Test
HSK (Level 3) is tailored for beginners who have acquired a broader proficiency in Chinese, encompassing skills in listening, reading, and basic writing.
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Introduction to HSK 4 Test
HSK (Level 4) is targeted at intermediate-level Chinese learners and users who have established a strong foundation in listening, reading, and writing in Chinese.
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Introduction to HSK 5 Test
HSK (Level 5) is intended for intermediate-level Chinese learners and proficient users, with a specific emphasis on advancing listening, reading, and writing skills.
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Introduction to HSK 6 Test
HSK (Level 6) is designed for intermediate-level Chinese learners and proficient users who have developed specific listening, reading, and writing skills in Chinese.
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Introduction to HSKK Primary Test
HSKK Primary is mainly designed for candidates who have been learning Chinese at a pace of 2-3 lessons per week for one to two semesters and have mastered around 200 of the most used words.
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Introduction to HSKK Intermediate Test
HSKK Intermediate is mainly designed for candidates who have been learning Chinese at a pace of 2-3 lessons per week for one to two academic years and have mastered around 900 commonly used words.
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Introduction to HSKK Advanced Test
HSKK Advanced is primarily aimed at those who have been learning Chinese for more than two academic years at a pace of 2-3 lessons per week and have mastered around 3,000 commonly used words.
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Newcastle University - Coping with Uncertainty in Everyday Situations (NU-CUES)
Newcastle University - Coping with Uncertainty in Everyday Situations (NU-CUES, formerly titled “CUES”) is parent group programme for parents of autistic children experiencing anxiety.
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Health Economics in Oral Health
This short course is an ideal opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills and confidence in this area, to support your future research plans and grant applications.
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Location: Newcastle University
Course Fee: £1,500.00 (zero VAT)
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Road Safety Collision Prevention & Reduction, Road Safety Audits and Road Safety Policy Combined
Three modules covering Road safety Policy, Collision Prevention and Reduction, Road Safety Audits.
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UWLP Japanese Language Taster Sessions (University Staff & Students)
The Japanese Language Taster Sessions are a 5 week introductory course for beginners wanting to learn the fundamentals of the language.
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Introduction to YCT 1 Test
YCT (Level 1) evaluates the capacity of test takers to apply Chinese in everyday scenarios.
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Introduction to YCT 3 Test
YCT (Level 3) Evaluates the proficiency of test takers in applying Chinese in everyday life.
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Introduction to YCT 4 Test
YCT (Level 4) Assesses the capacity to apply Chinese in everyday situations.
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Introduction to YCT Oral Primary Test
YCT Oral (Primary Level) assesses the test takers' oral Chinese language skills.
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Introduction to YCT Oral Intermediate Test
YCT Oral (Intermediate Level) assesses the test takers' oral Chinese language skills.
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UWLP Japanese Language Taster Sessions
The Japanese Language Taster Sessions are a 5 week introductory course for beginners wanting to learn the fundamentals of the language.
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UWLP Spanish Language Taster Sessions
The Spanish Language Taster Sessions are a 5 week introductory course for beginners wanting to learn the fundamentals of the language.
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UWLP Spanish Language Taster Sessions (University Staff & Students)
The Spanish Language Taster Sessions are a 5 week introductory course for beginners wanting to learn the fundamentals of the language.
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GNSS & Network RTK and High Precision GNSS Combined
This integrated CPD course combines the GNSS & Network RTK 3 day course and the High Precision GNSS 2 day course.
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Railway Management, Economics and Planning
The course is designed to teach the fundamental principles defining the railway as a system
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Design of Transport Infrastructure
This course provides an overview of the design of transport infrastructure.
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Introduction to Practical Hydraulics
Learn the founding concepts of hydraulics and how they can be applied to problems in drainage, sewer design, water supply and the specification of pumps, aimed at those without traditional training.
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GNSS and Network RTK
Gain an overview of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and Network Real-Time Kinematic (RTK)
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High Precision GNSS
Explore various Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) error sources
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Course Fee: £600.00 (zero VAT)
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Foundation Design
This module will build upon the principles of soil mechanics, and show how they are used for the design of shallow and deep foundations and retaining walls.
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Soil Modelling and Numerical Methods
This module will give an introduction to the basic features of constitutive soil behaviour models. It will also provide an understanding of the principles of numerical modelling.
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Reliability and Integrity Management of Marine Systems
The purposes of this module is to introduce and develop the concepts of risk and reliability and demonstrate how these concepts relate to integrity management decisions
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Exploring 3D Anatomy
The course has been designed by Dr Iain Keenan of Newcastle University and Mr Leonard Shapiro of the University of Cape Town. Both are experienced educators in art-based anatomy learning approaches.
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TEDEI - Training in Early Detection for Early Intervention
This interactive course offers training in how to detect early atypical motor behaviour in infants 0-6 months old.
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Adaptive Designs and Multiple Testing Procedures
Participants will learn about a variety of new adaptive clinical trial designs, including group-sequential, multi-arm multi-stage (MAMS), sample size re-estimation, amongst others.
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Leveraging External Information in Clinical Trials
This course provides participants with a range of the latest statistical methods that can be used to incorporate external information and thus improve the efficiency and robustness of clinical trials.
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Precision Medicine Clinical Trials
In this course we introduce the concept of precision medicine and cover innovative approaches.
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Climate Change: Vulnerability, Impacts and Adaptation
The module aims are to introduce the likely hazards (impacts) associated with climate change in a range of areas of the human, built and natural environments
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Leadership in Maths Professional Development Programme
A short course for Primary and Secondary practitioners with a leadership role in maths, delivered in person over six two-hour workshops.
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Human Tissue Act (Research Sector) Training
Learn about best practice when working with human tissue, and how to ensure compliance with the Human Tissue Act in the research sector.
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Fault Detection and Prognosis
This CPD course aims to provide production operators/junior engineers/safety managers with a robust foundation in machinery fault diagnosis and prognosis (FDP) Learn more here
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Introduction to Electric Drives
The course offers a comprehensive introduction to electric drives, focusing on their control, setup, and configuration through various teaching styles. Learn more here
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Introduction to Industrial Control Systems
This course is designed to give you a hands-on understanding of industrial control systems and their key components, including sensors, actuators, and controllers like PLC and SCADA systems. Learn more here
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Scoping Reviews, Mapping Reviews and Evidence Gap Maps
This 1-day short course is an introduction to scoping, mapping and evidence and gap map (EGM) reviews and is designed for those wishing to use, or support others using this methodology. Learn more here
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Introduction to Statistical Data Science
You will be introduced to core concepts within data science, including data visualisation, hypothesis testing and linear regression. Learn more here
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Autism Clinical Interview for Adults version 3 update course for people already trained on version 2
This course is suitable for people who were trained in the Autism Clinical Interview for Adults (ACIA) version 2 during 2021-2023. Learn more here
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ISAK Level 1 Anthropometry Course (+ re-accreditation course)
The Level 1 ISAK Anthropometry Course is an essential programme tailored for professionals seeking to excel in the fields of sports science, nutrition, dietetics and sports rehabilitation. Learn more here
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Newcastle Research Methodology Course (Masterclass in Research Part I)
This one-day course (part of the Masterclass in Research series) will give a broad overview of the practice and principles which underpin biomedical research. Learn more here
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How to Write a Paper for Publication in Biomedical Journals (Masterclass in Research part II)
This one-day course (part of the Masterclass in Research series) will detail the step-by-step approach of how to structure and write an original research manuscript. Learn more here
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How to Peer Review a Scientific Paper (Masterclass in Research part III)
This one-day course (part of the Masterclass in Research series) will detail the step-by-step approach of how to critique, critically appraise and peer review an original research manuscript. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 5A
The HSK5A course is ideal for learners who have completed our HSK4C course or have about 200 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 5B
The HSK5B course is ideal for learners who have completed our HSK5A course or have about 220 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 5C
The HSK5C course is tailored for individuals who have already completed our HSK5B course or have a minimum of 240 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Coaching and Mentoring for Leaders
This 10 week course is ideal for experienced business leaders who want to make a difference. Learn more here
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Autism Clinical Interview for Adults (ACIA) training
ACIA training is a two hour course enabling delegates to be trained to use the Autism Clinical Interview for Adults (ACIA) Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 3C
The HSK3C course is designed for individuals who have already completed our HSK3B course or have a minimum of 120 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 4A
The HSK4A course is intended for individuals who have already completed our HSK3C course or have a minimum of 140 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 4B
The HSK4B course is suitable for individuals who have already completed our HSK4A course or have a minimum of 160 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 4C
The HSK4C course is designed for individuals who have already completed our HSK4B course or have at least 180 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Air Pollution
Learn the fundamentals of air pollution including a historical perspective, current air quality policies and standards... Learn more here
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Core Concepts in Environmental Engineering
To acquire knowledge and understanding of the physical, chemical, biological sciences which underpin Environmental Engineering. Learn more here
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Solid Waste and Resource Management
The course covers climate change, and resource and solid waste policies. Learn more here
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Wastewater Engineering
This module forms part of the MSc Environmental Engineering programme. Learn more here
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Water Supply and Treatment
Gain an understanding of the legal, health and technical aspects of treating water for drinking and industrial purposes. Learn more here
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Geomechanics
This module will provide an introduction to the engineering properties of soils and rocks. Learn more here
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Applied Rock Engineering
This module will develop your knowledge of geomaterials in the context of the extractive and construction industries. Learn more here
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Assessment of Slope Stability: Design of slopes and retaining structures
The design and assessment of slopes, open pit mine pitwalls, excavations and tailing dams. Learn more here
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Structural Reliability
This module will give students an understanding of the principles of structural reliability. Learn more here
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Asphalt Materials and Pavements
This course provides an overview of the asphalt pavement industry. We focus on current practices, new developments and recent innovations. Learn more here
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Behavioural Models for Individual Choices
Understanding how people make decisions and what drives their choices is key in several disciplines Learn more here
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Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
The course has been designed to provide with a fundamental understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) through different exercises. Learn more here
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Introduction to Embedded Systems
The course provides students with a basic understanding of embedded systems, including their characteristics, architecture, and applications. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 1A
The HSK1A Course is suitable for complete beginners with no Chinese language experience and those interested in taking the HSK level 1 test. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 1B
The HSK1B course is suitable for those who have already completed our HSK1A course or have had at least 20 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 2A
The HSK2A course is designed for those who have already completed our HSK1B course or have at least 40 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 2B
The HSK2B course is suitable for those who have already completed our HSK2A course or have at least 60 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Exploring 3D Anatomy Plus
We will guide you through a series of simple, practical and very effective learning exercises using everyday household objects, as well as the occasional use of your own anatomy. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 3A
The HSK3A course is designed for individuals who have already completed our HSK2B course or have a minimum of 80 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Chinese Proficiency (HSK) Course 3B
The HSK3B course is suitable for those who have already completed our HSK3A course or have at least 100 hours of Chinese learning experience. Learn more here
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Leadership in Literacy Professional Development Programme
A short course for Primary and Secondary teachers responsible for leading or delivering literacy, delivered in person over 6 sessions. Learn more here
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Middle and Early-Career Senior Leaders Professional Development Programme
A short course for middle and early-career senior leaders delivered in person over seven 2 or 3-hour workshops. Learn more here
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