Pursuing a research degree isn’t just about knowledge – you need to manage yourself, too. Make a successful start to your postgraduate degree with this practical workshop, designed to prepare you for the journey ahead. You’ll get the opportunity to meet researchers from across the University and build your skills in communication, problem-solving, and time-management.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the session, you’ll have:

• Identified the key skills and attributes of an effective researcher
• Considered the challenges of a PGR
• Established your priorities
• Boosted your confidence in planning and managing your research
• Developed a peer support group

Target audience

Postgraduate researchers in the early stages of their research degree and from all disciplines.

About the facilitators

This workshop is facilitated by Dr Fawzia Haeri Mazanderani and Dr Rebecca Webb, from the School of Education and Social Work.

Booking information

For online workshops, the link to join the session will be shared to your Sussex email address one working day before the event.

About this theme

Induction workshops are for those who are starting out on their researcher journey, at a key turning point in their degree, or want to refresh their knowledge base. Visit our Induction workshops page for more sessions.

Book via Sussex Direct here!

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By: Zydrune Jasiunaite
Last updated: Tuesday, 28 January 2025