9.45am - 12.15pm, Library Seminar Room, see campus map and Library floor map for directions.

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Registration: tea, coffee and pastries

9.45-10.00am

Icebreaker activity

10.00-10.10am

Welcome session

10.10-11.25am

This session will introduce you to the key parts within the University of Sussex that can provide structure and support for you throughout your PGR studies.

You’ll also learn more about the key source of structure and support, your supervisor/s, and how to ensure that your relationship is placed on a firm footing.

Comfort break

11.25-11.30am

Workshop on developing a Personal Development Plan

11.30am-12.15pm

The Personal Development Plan is a key document that you will revisit throughout your research degree.

In this interative workshop, you'll learn about the concept, purpose and benefits of developing a PDP and have a go at writing your own, with help from your peers.

Hive Scholars Welcome

12.15pm onwards, Research Hive in the Library

Meet the Hive Scholars, who support the PGR community at Sussex and manage the Hive space with the Library.

They warmly invite the new PGRs to join for a quick tour of the Hive space in the library after the event, followed by lunch together in Eat Central. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other researchers and kick off your research journey together!

PGR Essentials: Starting Your Research Degree panel

Wednesday 5 Februray, 2.00-3.15pm, online via Zoom

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Make a successful start to your research degree with this panel discussion developed to prepare you for the journey ahead. Panellists will include Research and Enterprise Coordinators(REC) and Directors of Postgraduate Researchers(DPGR), who support PGRs within the Schools, alongside later-stage PGRs who can share their experiences of sitting where you are now!You'll have the opportunity to discuss your hopes and worries with other new researchers, then come together to put questions to the panel.

We'll address issues such as managing your research, first year milestones, working with your supervisor, training and development, and dealing with any challenges that come your way.

PGR Essentials: Introduction to the Library

TBC

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One of the first things to do when you start your research degree is get to know your friendly local librarian! Find out about the collections and discovery tools you can access at Sussex, the tailored services available from the Research Support team, and the dedicated Hive study space for researchers.

PGR Essentials: Introduction to Careers and Entrepreneurship

Tuesday 4 Februray, 11.00-11.30am, online via Zoom

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This participative event promotes the University's Careers and Entrepreneurship services. You’ll find out how the Sussex Careers team supports researchers and explore various career destinations for PGRs, including setting up your own business or social enterprise. It's never too early to start thinking about what you're aiming for after your degree!

PGR Essentials: Introduction to Ethics

Wednesday 5 February, 10.00-11.00am, online via Zoom 

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You can not collect any new data from humans, animals, social media or conduct auto-ethnographic research without having received ethics approval beforehand, so at this early stage of your postgraduate research, it is essential to understand the ethics approval process.

This workshop will look at the key principles of undertaking ethical research, and explain how to go about obtaining ethical approval from the University's Ethics team. There will also be opportunities to consider some case studies, ask questions about your own work, and gain insights on how to embed good ethical practices in your research.

PGR Essentials: Introduction to the Intellectual Property

TBC

Are you a researcher looking to protect your innovations and discoveries? Join this introductory workshop on Intellectual Property (IP).

Learn about the legal rights available to safeguard your work, understand the fundamentals of IP, and discover how to manage and leverage your research effectively.

Facilitated by the Innovation and Business Partnerships team, this session will equip you with practical knowledge to navigate the world of IP, ensuring your hard work is protected and ready for future opportunities.