Effective Researcher (Sciences & Technology)
Wed 30 Mar 2016
Description
This interactive and intensive one-day course, based on the programme developed by Vitae, is intended for PhD students in their first year. You will look at practical ways to increase your effectiveness and meet the challenges of your PhD. The programme covers:
- Looking at your PhD as a project
- Working with other people
- Managing your relationship with your supervisor
Target audience
PhD Students Year 1 in Physical Sciences, Technology & Life Sciences
Further details regarding eligibility criteria are here
Sessions
Number of sessions: 1
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wed 30 Mar 2016 09:30 - 16:30 | 09:30 - 16:30 | Department of Engineering, Lecture Room 4 | map | Jenny Wade, Dr Sonja Tomaskovic |
Aims
To provide an introduction to:
- PhD project planning
- Effective working practices
- Managing your supervisor
- Negotiating and getting feedback
- Making the most of your PhD – planning for the future
Format
Presentations, demonstrations and practicals
Further information
Lunch will be provided on the day. Please note we may not be able to cater for paticipants who make a late booking on this course.
Duration
One full day session
Frequency
Lent Term
Theme
PhD Progression
Booking / availability