Study topics

Description

Carry out effective research on relevant topics to be able to produce summary information appropriate to different audiences. The research may involve looking at books, journals, the internet, and/or verbal discussions with knowledgeable persons.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 18 occupations
  • Optional in 4 occupations
  • Total: 22 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 2 (Professionals)

Essential for

  • Herbal therapist
    Herbal therapists use herbal medicine to relief pain and treat illnesses such as allergies, chronic physical conditions or stress-related conditions. They study the properties and …
  • Photojournalist
    Photojournalists cover all kinds of news events by taken informative images. They tell stories by taking, editing and presenting images for newspapers, journals, magazines, televis…
  • Foreign correspondent
    Foreign correspondents research and write news stories of international importance for newspapers, journals, magazines, radio, television and other media. They are stationed in a f…
  • Vlogger
    Vloggers make online videos to talk about a wide range of subjects such as politics, fashion, economics and sports. They can relate objective facts, but often they also give…
  • University research assistant
    University research assistants conduct academic research for the university or college they are employed in. They may assist professors they are affiliated with, their supervisor, …
  • Sports journalist
    Sports journalists research and write articles about sport events and athletes for newspapers, magazines, television and other media. They conduct interviews and attend events. Inc…
  • Zoo educator
    Zoo educators teach visitors about the animals living at the zoo/aquarium as well as other species and habitats. They provide information about management of zoos, its collection o…
  • Blogger
    Bloggers write online articles on a wide range of subjects such as politics, fashion, economics and sports. They can relate objective facts, but often they also give their opinion……
  • Biomedical scientist advanced
    Biomedical scientists advanced undertake advanced translational research in the biomedical science field and perform as educators of their professions or as other professionals. Ot…
  • Columnist
    Columnists research and write opinion pieces about news events for newspapers, journals, magazines and other media. They have an area of interest and can be recognised by their wri…
  • Research manager
    Research managers oversee the research and development functions of a research facility or program or university. They support the executive staff, coordinate work activities, and …
  • Entertainment journalist
    Entertainment journalists research and write articles about cultural and social events for newspapers, magazines, television and other media. They conduct interviews with artists a…
  • Crime journalist
    Crime journalists research and write articles about criminal events for newspapers, magazines, television and other media. They conduct interviews and attend court hearings. Other …
  • Business journalist
    Business journalists research and write articles about economy and economic events for newspapers, magazines, television and other media. They conduct interviews and attend events.…
  • Political journalist
    Political journalists research and write articles about politics and politicians for newspapers, magazines, television and other media. They conduct interviews and attend events. O…
  • Script writer
    A script writer is a creative professional responsible for developing scripts for various media, including film, television, theater, and digital platforms. This role involves craf…
  • Education policy officer
    Education policy officers research, analyse and develop education policies, and implement these policies to improve the existing education system. They try to improve all aspects o…
  • Critic
    Critics write reviews of literary, musical and artistic works, restaurants, movies, television programs and other themes for newspapers, journals, magazines, radio, television and …

Optional for

  • Market research interviewer
    Market research interviewers strive to collect information on the perceptions, opinions, and preferences of customers in relation to commercial products or services. They use inter…
  • Grants management officer
    Grants management officers work professionally in the administration and management of grant funds. They look at grant applications from individuals, charities, community groups or…
  • Grants administrator
    Grants administrators handle the pass-through track of grants, often given out by the government to the grant recipient. They prepare the paperwork such as the grant applications a…
  • Special-interest groups’ official
    Special-interest groups' officials represent and act on behalf of special-interest groups such as trade unions, employer organisations, trade and industry associations, sports asso…

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