University of Leicester Courses

Introduction to Applied Linguistics and TESOL

2 reviews

Get an introduction to applied linguistics and how linguistics is applied in a range of fields - from language teaching to law.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

English Football: a Social History

1 review

A short course looking at the history, sociology and politics of football, including focuses on the World Cup and Leicester City.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

People Studying People: Research Ethics in Society

Explore the value of ethical thinking for research, using an ethical appraisal framework to develop and evaluate studies.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Concepts in Sustainable Development: An Introduction to the Key Issues

In this course you will study the conceptual foundations of sustainable development, and discuss the issues around sustainability as a complex problem. We’ll look at the flow of energy and materials worldwide; social and political issues; wealth inequal…

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Start Your Career as a Healthcare Professional: Online Work Related Learning

Gain a unique insight into working in healthcare and the NHS as you learn what it takes to become a healthcare professional.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 4 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Country Houses and the British Empire: How Imperialism Transformed Britain’s Colonial Countryside

Explore the fascinating histories of Britain’s colonial houses and their links to the British Empire.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Reversing Diabetes: Fact or Fiction?

Can diabetes be reversed? Explore research on the success of weight loss treatments in reversing and preventing type 2 diabetes.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Endangered Archaeology: Using Remote Sensing to Protect Cultural Heritage

Discover how to use satellite imagery to identify and assess endangered archaeological sites in the Middle East and North Africa.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Certificate

Archéologie en danger : Utiliser la télédétection pour protéger le patrimoine culturel

Découvrez comment utiliser l'imagerie satellitaire pour évaluer les sites archéologiques au Moyen-Orient et en Afrique du Nord.

• FutureLearn
• 3 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Self paced
• Free Certificate

England in the Time of King Richard III

13 reviews

Explore 15th century England through archaeology, history and literature. Learn more about Richard III’s discovery and reburial.

• FutureLearn
• 8 weeks long
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Forensic Science and Criminal Justice

7 reviews

Learn how police use science in criminal investigations and its role in the criminal justice system with this free online course.

• FutureLearn
• 6 weeks long
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Behind the Scenes at the 21st Century Museum

6 reviews

Get an introduction to museum studies with this free online course. Learn about the people and ideas that shape museums today

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 6 weeks long
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Learning design focuses on the activities and resources that help learners achieve course outcomes. This Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) describes a new approach to designing for learning to help educators/designers create courses, face-to-face, blende…

• EMMA
• 3-4 hours a week, 7 weeks long
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Real World Calculus: How Maths Drives Formula One and Launches Angry Birds

1 review

Understand how maths, such as differentiation and integration, is applied in everyday life with this free online calculus course.

• FutureLearn
• 2 hours a week, 3 weeks long
• Finished
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Digital technologies provide ways for learners to interact, communicate and collaborate. Virtual worlds and games enable authentic learning and role play. Mobile devices mean that learning anywhere, anytime is now a reality. This Massive Open Online Cou…

• EMMA
• 3-4 hours a week, 8 weeks long
• Finished
• Free Online Course