Learn a research approach that will maximise your chances of research success - even when tackling challenging family history problems.

The online course, tutored by Sophie and hosted by Family Tree, will include:

• 4 x expert family history webinar tutorials
• 4 x 'after-show' group discussions
• Your digital copy of Sophie’s Research Skills Workbook, worth £20

On Dr Sophie Kay's Research Skills Studio course, you will learn how searching in a methodical manner will help you make the most of your family history time. You'll also master the family history skills to:

• Equip yourself with the family history tactics you need to research in a more thorough manner
• Gain greater insights to the past and the lives of your ancestors

Join the course, and learn a research approach that will maximise your chances of research success - even when tackling challenging family history problems.

When does the masterclass take place?

29 April to 20 May 2025

All the sessions will be presented live and the video recordings will be made available within 24 hours of the live session.

The recordings will remain available to you until 20 June 2025.

• Session 1 (Tuesday 29 Apr. 7.30-9pm): Search Superpowers
• Session 2 (Tuesday 6 May. 7.30-9pm): Mapping Magic
• Session 3 (Tuesday 13 May. 7.30-9pm): Evidence Expeditions
• Session 4 (Tuesday 20 May. 7.30-9pm): Sibling Serendipity

All the sessions will be presented live and the video recordings will be shared within 24 hours of the live session, and will be available until 20 June 2025.

About the course tutor, Dr Sophie Kay

From DNA to historical maps, from research methods to historical occupations, Dr. Sophie Kay is a professional genealogist and geneticist at Khronicle® (www.khronicle.co.uk) who loves all manner of family history research challenges.

She’s the Ancestry and Genealogy Expert for popular archaeology show, Time Team, and the specialist DNA Tutor for the Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies, where she leads their Certificate qualifications in genetic genealogy. She’s a Member of AGRA, a UK organisation of professional genealogists, and also specialises in research methodology and historical maps.

Sophie’s family history blog can be found at The Parchment Rustler (www.parchmentrustler.com), where she shares tips, tricks and strategies for making the most of your ancestral research journey.