Becoming a postgraduate researcher: skills, strategies and support
15 October 2025 13:00 until 16:00
University of Sussex Campus - Library Teaching Room
Speaker: Professor Tamsin Hinton-Smith
Part of the series: Researcher Development Programme
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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.
Workshop 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.