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Studying the arts and humanities
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This free course is an introduction to studying the arts and humanities. It takes you through a series of exercises designed to develop your approach to study and learning at a distance and improve your confidence as an independent learner.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:
- understand more clearly the reasons for studying the arts and humanities
- demonstrate an awareness of the basic skills and techniques for studying at a distance.
First Published: 09/08/2012
Updated: 15/05/2019
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