Kickstart Your Literature Review
Everything you need to craft a comprehensive lit review, the smart way.
Go from confused to confident.
Here’s what you’ll learn in just a few hours:
WHAT exactly a literature review is (and isn’t) and how this fits into the bigger picture of research.
WHAT you need to have in place before you even start your literature review, so that you don’t waste time.
WHAT the assessors are looking for in a literature review and what they focus on in each section.
WHAT different types of literature reviews exist (systematic, unsystematic, etc.) and how they vary.
WHAT the three critically important components of a literature review are and how to develop them.
HOW to write a high-quality literature review that lays a rock-solid foundation for your dissertation.
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Want to dip a toe before diving in? No problem. Here’s a free lesson 🙂
What’s in the box?
Here’s an overview of what we cover in Literature Review Bootcamp:
Course Content
SECTION 1: Introduction & Overview
- Welcome to Literature Review Bootcamp
- How to get the most from this course
- Resource Master List
PS – You can watch a FREE sample lesson here 🙂
SECTION 2: Literature Review Basics
- Section overview: Literature review basics
- What (exactly) is a literature review?
- The function and purpose (the “why”) of the literature review
- Different types of literature reviews (systematic, unsystematic, etc.)
- The literature review process
- Before you start…
- Additional resources
PS – You can watch a FREE sample lesson here 🙂
SECTION 3: Sourcing Your Literature
- Section overview: Sourcing & synthesising
- Understanding the different types of literature/resources
- How to use “grey” literature
- How to find high-quality academic literature
- How to (quickly) assess the relevance of any journal article
- How to critically evaluate the quality of a journal article
- How to create a literature review catalogue
- How to use Mendeley to manage your sources
- How to synthesise all of the literature you’ve read
- Revisiting your research aims
- Tips & tricks for this stage
- Additional resources
- Practical exercise
PS – You can watch a FREE sample lesson here 🙂
Course Content
SECTION 4: Planning Your Chapter
- Section overview: Planning the chapter
- The “Big 3” core components of a literature review
- The theoretical framework (foundation of theory)
- The empirical research
- The research gap
- Example of a literature review (full walkthrough)
- How to structure your literature review (3 options)
- Tips & tricks for this stage
- Additional resources
- Practical exercise
PS – You can watch a FREE sample lesson here 🙂
SECTION 5: Writing Your Literature Review
- Section overview: Writing up your lit review
- Understanding the (real) writing process
- How to craft strong arguments (simple structure)
- How to write critically (vs descriptively)
- How to avoid plagiarism in your literature review
- How to reference and cite correctly
- How to create smooth transitions and connections
- How to craft a good introduction and conclusion
- How to edit your literature review
- Tips & tricks for this stage
- Additional resources
- Practical exercise
PS – You can watch a FREE sample lesson here 🙂
SECTION 6: Wrapping Up
- Section overview: Wrapping up
- What reviewers are looking for in a literature review
- Common mistakes to avoid
- Conclusion
PS – You can watch a FREE sample lesson here 🙂
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FAQ
Is this course the right fit for me?
Literature Review Bootcamp is well suited to:
- New and first-time researchers completing a dissertation or thesis (undergraduate or postgraduate)
- Researchers wanting to recap on the core principles and best practices in literature review writing
- Students undertaking research within the sciences, especially the social sciences
- Anyone feeling overwhelmed or intimidated by the literature review process
In a nutshell, if you’re working on a literature review within the sciences, you’re certain to benefit from Literature Review Bootcamp.
What exactly does it cover?
In a nutshell, we cover the literature review process from A to Z, from concept to final draft.
You can view the full curriculum here.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, you will receive a verified certificate upon completion of the course.
You can view a sample certificate here.
How much time do I need to commit?
The core content within the course spans about 4 hours. There are also practical exercises (which are optional) and loads of additional resources (spanning dozens of hours) that you can engage with, should you wish.
Ideally, you’ll want to commit a few days to get the full benefit from the course.
Are there any tests or exams?
There are no mandatory tests or exams within the course. However, there are optional quizzes peppered throughout the course. These allow you to test your understanding and maximise your learning.
FAQ
How long will I have access to the course?
Once you’ve enrolled, you’ll be able to access the course content indefinitely. There is no time limit in terms of content access.
Is there a schedule or fixed timeline?
The course is self-paced. In other words, you can work through the content and exercises (optional) at whatever pace suits you.
Can I ask questions within the course?
There is a Q&A section below each lesson where you can ask questions directly related to the lesson content.
If you’re looking for advice relating to your specific project, we suggest considering our private coaching service instead.
How much does it cost?
You can view the current pricing here.
Are there any additional costs or fees?
No, the pricing is all-inclusive and there are no additional fees within the course.
Don’t take our word for it…
Over 5000 students have joined our courses. Here’s what some of them have to say:
The course is well-designed, with good pacing and relevant content. For the novice, writing a thesis can be an overwhelming undertaking. The instructors provide a solid foundation upon which to embark on this undertaking. This is a course that will benefit any student undertaking a research project.
John H
The course was very insightful for me. As a beginner, I struggled to know what a literature review is and how to understand the flow and content of LR. this course has given me much clarity. Thank you!
Pratima K
Excellent course for doctoral students. it covers the literature review chapter via bitesize sections. Great advice and discussion. Plenty of good resources to go with this course. Knowledge and presentation skills of presenters – excellent. This course has really helped me…I just wished I’d watched it at the start of my doctorate!
Ann P
Went through five fly-by-night ‘study support experts’, wasted money, and now finally found the perfect course to assist me in my masters!
Jasmine D
This is a high-quality course with valuable content provided through the course videos, exercises, and additional resources. Well worth the time and cost.
Keeley T
This is a very important course to take for anyone just venturing into research and those writing literature review section of their dissertation. Thanks to the Grad Coach team.
Daniel O
So helpful. Thank you for breaking each component of each chapter and each chapter of the overall thesis structure down. Before watching this Bootcamp I was not aware of all the easy guides one can apply to navigate through in a more systematic manner. Now, after setting up I feel like I can start writing.
Odri
Wow…This is really good. I absolutely appreciate the small snippet format. This does not feel overwhelming and give excellent quick thoughts to think through prior to the next video. Wish I would have purchased this the moment I began my dissertation. This would have saved me a lot of time. Thank you, GRADCOACH!
Wesley M
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