We are very pleased to welcome you to Bath. There are a range of sessions and activities that are designed to help you get your studies off to the best possible start.
You will be able to access the booking link for events once you have completed registration.
Department and programme induction events
Find details of your department/programme induction event here. These events are compulsory.
Doctoral welcome reception
This will take place on Tuesday 30 September 16:00 - 18:30 in the Claverton Rooms.
An opportunity to meet and find out about doctoral groups and networks, find out about central services, hear talks from different members of our University community, network with other new doctoral researchers and enjoy complimentary drinks and refreshments.
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Welcome workshops
A series of 4 workshops to help you get started on the essentials. Attendance is mandatory at these workshops. Please book your place on these workshops [here].
These sessions will be followed by an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the topics. Tea and coffee will be served after the in-person sessions.
Each session is offered twice, once in person and once online. You should only book and attend one of each session.
Workshop 1: Establishing expectations in supervision:
Wednesday 01 October 2025 14:15-16:05 in 10 West 2.47 or Monday 06 October 2025 10:15-12:05 online
Your supervisor is one of the most important resources provided to you by the University to support you to complete your research successfully. Getting the supervisory relationship off to a good start is essential in a doctorate programme, requiring clarification of roles, expectations, responsibilities and behaviours.
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Workshop 2: Preparing for candidature:
Wednesday 08 October 2025 14:15-16:05 in 10 West 2.47 Friday 10 October 2025 10:15-12:05 online
This session will provide information and guidance on starting your doctorate programme at the University of Bath. It will also involve guidance on completing your candidature form, and will help you to conduct an initial review of your current and required skills in relation to the Researcher Development Framework (RDF). This will help you to identify which development activities to engage with during your doctorate and what to list on your candidature form.
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Workshop 3: Research Ethics & Integrity
Wednesday 15 October 2025 14:15–16:05 in 10 West 2.47 or online
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Workshop 4: An Open Research Landscape: What it means for me, my research and my career
Wednesday 22nd October 2025 14:15-16:05 online
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SU 'fresher's week'
As well as these compulsory events, you can also get involved in optional activities run by The SU. These include events specifically for postgraduates, canal cruises, city tours and the Roman Baths. Many of these are free to join.
The Students' Union run regular Doctoral Lunches. This is a opportunity to meet with other doctoral researchers and help yourself to free pizza. Contact the SU for details of the next lunch.