Edinburgh Local Gradschool is a three day non-residential course that gives you time to step back from your PhD, think about the skills you have developed and how they will help you to take that next step in your career. You’ll have the chance to meet researchers from other universities …
We are running a structured writing retreat on Tuesday 7th February 2017. Come to a writing retreat if you want to make progress on a writing project (such as a thesis chapter or a journal article) and build confidence in your academic writing skills. At this structured retreat, writing slots will …
We have places available on the following upcoming workshops: Introductory Statistics for Life Scientists – Level 1 Monday 30th January 2017 This online course will introduce the basic principles of statistical thinking (statistical inference) and one or two of the most common types of analysis that might be needed for …
Prepare for Doctoral Success is a 4-week, interactive course for all doctoral researchers at the University of Edinburgh. Starting a doctorate is a very exciting time, but it can also be difficult to know where to start. This course aims to help you settle in by sharing essential information, tips …
We have places available on the following upcoming workshops: Academic Writing Masterclass Friday 27th January 2017 A Masterclass is tutor-led group session for academic writers who would like to get feedback on their writing from a small, supportive audience. More information here Structured Writing Retreat Monday 30th January 2017 Come …
Postgraduate Research Mid Semester Welcome Event – 26th January 2017 Postgraduate students arriving after Welcome Week still have the opportunity to attend University welcome events What will happen during this event? This morning is for students who have missed a University Welcome event this academic year or have arrived recently. …
Happy New Year and a prosperous 2017 from the IAD! As a new year starts we continue to provide a range of resources and workshops for Postgraduate Researchers. Take a look at some of the things we are offering this year: Writing Workshops: We offer a range of writing workshops including …
Get ready to compete in Famelab 2017! Applications open shortly for this international science communication competition. Competitors get just three minutes to communicate a scientific concept accurately, clearly and charismatically. Slides are banned, and props are limited to what you can carry! Although FameLab is a competition, the real benefits …
Are you thinking of entering the Three Minute Thesis Competition but not sure if its for you? The 5th annual 3 Minute Thesis Competition will take place on the 22nd June 2017. The competition requires doctoral researchers to compete to deliver the best research presentation in just 3 minutes (and one …
We have places available on the following upcoming IAD PhD workshops: Viva Survivor Monday 28th November and Tuesday 29th November 2016 Viva Survivor is a session for postgraduate researchers close to submission who want to gain insight on how to be well prepared for their viva Maximising your Influence at …
