Researcher Development Programme – February workshops and events

The Researcher Development Programme (RDP) have opened for registration a number of workshops and events taking place over February, see below some of the upcoming workshops and view the full schedule and details via our webpages. Please note that workshops are added on a rolling basis so do keep checking our webpages for new additions throughout …

SHAPE Pre-Accelerator Programme – supporting researchers from the Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts explore routes to generating sustainable impact

The SHAPE Pre-Accelerator is a pilot online programme that supports researchers from the Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts explore routes to generating sustainable impact at scale. Participants from six UK Universities will come together to identify new audiences who could benefit from their research and explore financially sustainable models for generating impact. Offline, participants …

Career Success for PhD Researchers: The Importance of Networking

Networking is an essential skill for PhD researchers looking to succeed in their careers. Whether you are seeking a job in academia, industry, government, or non-profit organizations, networking helps you build relationships and gain access to valuable information and resources. Here are some tips for career focused networking as a PhD researcher: Attend conferences and …

PhD Creative Outlets Craft and Chat Spring schedule – organised by PhD researchers for PhD researchers!

The first sessions of this year’s Spring Term Creative Outlets craft and chat community are out! All PhD students are welcome to attend. No experience is necessary! All materials are provided, and everyone is welcome, whether you’re into crafting or you just want to drop in for a chat and refreshments. All sessions are in the …

Starting your doctorate at Sussex this month? Induction events, 25 -31 January

This week is Induction Week for anyone starting a PhD at Sussex this January! We’re excited to welcome you to the doctoral community with a series of events that will start you on your PhD journey. Our induction events introduce some of the key services that support PhD researchers at Sussex, offer you a chance …

ESW Innovation Event (16 February) – Experiences and opportunities for innovation in the social sciences

*Please note that this event has been rescheduled to Thursday 09 March 2023, 11am-1pm This 2 hour session presented by the School of Education and Social Work at the University of Sussex sets out to provide a space for sharing experiences, challenges and ideas around developing innovation in the social sciences. Academics often see entrepreneurship …

Call for applications for 2023 British Library PhD Placement Scheme

Opportunity for PhD students Current PhD students are invited to apply to the British Library PhD Placement Scheme. Placement projects are offered from a variety of areas across the Library for 3 months or part-time equivalent, to be undertaken from June 2023 onwards. Many of the projects are suitable for partial or full remote working. …

Applications for the 2023 BFWG Academic Doctoral Awards are now open!

The competition for the British Federation of Women Graduates (BFWG) annual academic awards is now open!   One of BFWG’s main aims is to support women studying in higher education, to advance their work and create opportunities for career development. The British Federation of Women Graduates academic awards are for women who will be in, …

Preparing for job interviews as a PhD researcher

As a PhD researcher or graduate, you’ll have spent years honing your research skills and becoming an expert in your field. However, when it comes to job interviews, many PhDers may find themselves at a loss. This is  why it’s so important to prepare for job interviews, whether in industry, with a non for profit …

Spring RDP workshops launched – book now!

The January and February Researcher Development workshops are now open for bookings, and March and April sessions will be added over the next few weeks. The Researcher Development Programme provides year-round training and development opportunities to help you successfully complete your doctorate and prepare for your future. To view the full list of timetabled sessions, …