Developing a Publication Strategy and Navigating REF (in the Social Sciences)

Stoddart 7139 (City)

As part of Sheffield Hallam University’s participation in the White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership, and in conjunction with the Sheffield Institute for Policy Studies, we are delighted to announce a new series of training seminars aiming to provide students with the skills required to move beyond successful PhD completion to building a career in the … Continue reading Developing a Publication Strategy and Navigating REF (in the Social Sciences)

University English Scheme – Academic English for your Doctorate

Arundel 10212a (City) SHU City Campus

University English Scheme, Semester 1 Non-credit Academic English Classes Academic English for your Doctorate is a non-credit module designed for students working independently on a research degree (eg PhD/Professional Doctorate).  The focus is on practising and developing language and rhetoric to explain and present your research in both written and spoken forms.  This is open to … Continue reading University English Scheme – Academic English for your Doctorate

Doctoral Skills – Editing techniques for your doctorate

Would you like to learn strategies for editing your doctoral thesis? In this session, we will explore a range of editing techniques, focusing on three key priorities for doctoral writing: clarity; word count; narrative coherence. This session maps to: RDF A2 Descriptor 4 RDF D2 Descriptor 1 Book via Unihub: https://unihub.shu.ac.uk/students/events/Detail/902697/doctoral-skills-editing-techni

Doctoral Skills – Editing techniques for your doctorate

Would you like to learn strategies for editing your doctoral thesis? In this session, we will explore a range of editing techniques, focusing on three key priorities for doctoral writing: clarity; word count; narrative coherence. This session maps to: RDF A2 Descriptor 4 RDF D2 Descriptor 1 Book via Unihub: https://unihub.shu.ac.uk/students/events/Detail/907916/doctoral-skills-editing-techni

Professional Development Planning using the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF)

Charles Street 12.3.16 Sheffield, United Kingdom

As part of the RF1 (or equivalent) process, new doctoral researchers at Sheffield Hallam University are required to confirm they have undertaken a Development Needs Analysis. This must be done on the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF) Planner and the 'My Actions' and 'My Action Plan' reports must be attached to your RF1 (or equivalent) … Continue reading Professional Development Planning using the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF)

Doctoral Skills workshop – Reading and synthesis for your doctorate

Adsetts Learning Centre City Campus, Sheffield, United Kingdom

Would you like to learn more about reading techniques and strategies for your doctorate? In this session, we will explore techniques for synthesising large volumes of literature, as well as identifying what to extract from your reading. We will also discuss strategies for enhancing reading motivation. This session is relevant for all doctoral students, at … Continue reading Doctoral Skills workshop – Reading and synthesis for your doctorate

University English Scheme – Academic English for your Doctorate

Arundel 10212a (City) SHU City Campus

University English Scheme, Semester 1 Non-credit Academic English Classes Academic English for your Doctorate is a non-credit module designed for students working independently on a research degree (eg PhD/Professional Doctorate).  The focus is on practising and developing language and rhetoric to explain and present your research in both written and spoken forms.  This is open to … Continue reading University English Scheme – Academic English for your Doctorate

Introduction to the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF) Planner – Practical IT session

Owen 321 City Campus, Sheffield, United Kingdom

As part of the RF1 (or equivalent) process, new doctoral researchers at Sheffield Hallam University are required to confirm they have undertaken a Development Needs Analysis and set some initial actions in priority areas. This must be done on the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF) Planner and the ‘My Actions’ and ‘My Action Plan’ reports … Continue reading Introduction to the Vitae Researcher Development Framework (RDF) Planner – Practical IT session

PGR Career Essentials – CVs

Charles Street 12.2.10 City Campus, Sheffield, United Kingdom

Career Essentials – feed your career over your lunchbreak: Pressed for time? Try a 50 minute, no frills, just the facts session on CVs The sessions will be facilitated by Darcey Gillie of the Careers and Employability Service Book your place via Eventbrite:  https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/career-essentials-for-pgrs-cvs-tickets-75848532001   Future events will focus on : • Interviews - 29 October • … Continue reading PGR Career Essentials – CVs

University English Scheme – Academic English for your Doctorate

Arundel 10212a (City) SHU City Campus

University English Scheme, Semester 1 Non-credit Academic English Classes Academic English for your Doctorate is a non-credit module designed for students working independently on a research degree (eg PhD/Professional Doctorate).  The focus is on practising and developing language and rhetoric to explain and present your research in both written and spoken forms.  This is open to … Continue reading University English Scheme – Academic English for your Doctorate