Your research project will require you to develop specialist knowledge and discipline-specific skills and it will provide an opportunity to build a wider experience that will support your future career. Make the most of your time as a researcher by regularly reflecting on your skills while also exploring new opportunities to actively invest in your personal and professional development. To support you with this, we have created the . The DNA is designed to help you grow throughout your postgraduate journey by identifying your goals, and planning the skills and experiences you need to achieve them.
Alongside the DNA, we have built dedicated pages on , your one-stop hub for information on research training and career development, packed with everything you need to plan your development, while meeting the demands of your degree. Make sure you also check the course-booking site regularly for the most up-to-date live training sessions available. Some training providers at the University have their own webpages where you can access their on-demand resources and find information about available support (linked below).
We will also keep you updated about development opportunities through a several key channels: the fortnightly PGR Newsletter, our , and a monthly digest from your School administrators. Make sure you join the Teams site and engage with the diferent sources of information available to make sure you don't miss out on any oportunities.