Just starting your research degree?

Not sure what your first steps should be?

Don't worry! There is a range of advice and support available to help you get the best possible start.

Graduate School Induction Morning

Alongside the induction programme organised by your School/Department, the Graduate School runs an induction morning for new postgraduate researchers  The induction morning takes place 24 January 2012 10:00-13:00 in the Ken Edwards Building (Lecture Theatre One).

Hosted by the Graduate Dean, this event features presentations on what you as a new postgraduate researcher can do to get in shape for your research degree, how you can better manage your relationship with your supervisor, and how you can develop your research and transferable skills.

Postgraduate Researcher Development Team Workshops

Our Postgraduate Researcher Development Team host a range of workshops throughout the year including several designed specifically for those at the start of their research degree programme. Up coming workshops include:

• Managing Your Supervisor, 27 January 2012
• Getting Started on Your Thesis, 20 February 2012
• Managing Your Time, 24 February 2012
• Academic Writing Skilss, 27 February 2012
• Planning and Managing Your PhD, 07 March 2012

All sessions are held in the seminar room in the David Wilson Library Building, but places are limited and advance booking is essential. 

Top Ten Tips for Your PhD and How to Plan Your PhD

The www.jobs.ac.uk website has lots of good advice for those who are at the start of their research degree and wondering what to do next - including their top ten tips for PhDs and advice on how to plan your PhD.

You may also want to download Vitae's Schedule for Success to help you plan your research degree and which highlights some of the various resources and events that Vitae offer.

And Finally...

We know that the start of your research degree is a nerve-wracking time - don't forget though that while your research degree will be hard work, we hope you will also find it an enjoyable experience. And remember:

• use the support and opportunities available
• never be afraid to ask for help or advice

Good Luck!