This course will consider the role and responsibilities of being a laboratory demonstrator. The course is specifically aimed at those wanting to act in this role or have some experience of being a...  More

This session, led by Graduate Futures, will look at careers outside of academia and explore how to market your skills to alternative employers. Aims and Objectives: Consider the types of...  More

A one-day workshop for postgraduate researchers in the first year of their doctorate. Drawing on the experience of their first few months, the course approaches the PhD as a project and addresses...  More

It’s tricky enough to adjust to change and challenge at the best of times, and the need for real resilience is heightened by the nature of research, its constant challenge and the fact we spend a lot...  More

This course will consider the role and responsibilities of being a demonstrator, inside or outside of a laboratory. The course is specifically aimed at those wanting to act in this role or have some...  More

This session, led by Graduate Futures (Careers), will look at the fundamental principles of creating effective written applications. Aims and Objectives: • Content and presentation of business...  More

This session is mandatory for final-year students. Don’t know your word count limit? Unsure what a viva involves and who will be there? This half-day workshop will provide practical advice and...  More

This session, led by Graduate Futures (Careers), will help you to develop your confidence in performing well at job interviews. Aims and Objectives: Know what to expect from different styles...  More

This session, led by Graduate Futures, will explore the benefits and challenges of networking, including effective use of LinkedIn. Aims and Objectives: Know the key elements a LinkedIn profile...  More

Who the session is for: Postgraduate research students in their first and second year Each year students undergo annual progression to monitor their progress, consisting of submitting a series of...  More