The UNESCO RIELA team have developed a new massive open online course, which is freely available on the FutureLearn platform! This three-week course is designed for students, researchers, artists, academics, journalists, and others who work with cultural data.

It is ideal for those seeking to preserve the 'human element' in their work and to explore ways of blending data analysis with creative methods, enhancing their ability to connect with the people they work with.

It offers a refreshing change from conventional modes of data extraction. You will explore the dynamic intersection of arts, culture and research, gaining fresh insights into creative ways of working with cultural data. 

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Diversify your research methods for creative arts and migration studies.

On this three-week course, you’ll explore the compelling intersection between creative arts and migration studies, uncovering new perspectives on global migration patterns. With the guidance of the UNESCO RIELA team at the University of Glasgow, you’ll engage with pioneering research and artistic methodologies that illuminate the multifaceted experiences of migrants.

Discover artistic methodologies in migration studies

This course aims to emphasise the critical role of creativity in research, allowing you to approach migration studies from a unique angle. You’ll engage with various artistic mediums such as poetry and visual arts to enhance your ability to communicate research findings in accessible and emotionally resonant ways.

Interpret data through a creative lens

You’ll learn to view data through a creative lens, unlocking the potential to tell compelling stories and highlight diverse perspectives. This segment encourages you to think outside the box and apply innovative thinking to data interpretation, preparing you for the creative challenge of turning data into art.

Guide your artistic and academic transformation

This final segment consolidates your learning, offering a structured pathway to apply the course’s teachings to your research projects. Embrace the challenge of transforming data into art, enriching your research with creativity and interdisciplinary innovation. By the end of this course section, you’ll be armed with questions and strategies to guide your approach to turning data and experiences into art.

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for students, academics, artists, journalists and others working with cultural data. Perfect for those who are looking for alternatives to measurement-heavy ways of working with data, who are looking for more nuanced approaches and who are open to trying new ways of working.

First published: 17 March 2025

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