Searching for Scientific Literature

  • Course Date: On demand
  • Location: Online
  • Time: Self-paced
  • Duration: Self-managed
  • Application Deadline: None

About the course

This course is self-paced course designed to help NITAG members develop essential skills in locating reliable and relevant scientific literature. Effective literature searching is the foundation of evidence-informed decision-making, enabling you to gather the best available evidence for policy recommendations.

In this course, you’ll learn how to navigate databases, use advanced search techniques, and identify high-quality studies. By mastering these skills, you’ll be better equipped to find and interpret research that supports informed, impactful decisions for public health.

Course Content

  • Introduction to Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM)
  • Types of Reviews
  • Role of the Librarian
  • Literature Search

Registration

This self-paced online short course is available for free enrolment.

More information

Phone: (+27) 21 406 7979
Email: nish@uct.ac.za

Searching for Scientific Literature

 

Price: R0.00

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