A professional development framework for doctoral students

The Researcher Development Framework is the industry standard professional development framework for researchers
Not only is professional development an expectation as a researcher it will also help you with your career development. We can help you through signposting training opportunities, as well as opportunities for you to develop your skills.
The Researcher Development Framework is the industry standard professional development framework for researchers
Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research, but also as part of your longer term career development.
Find out how to build an impressive set of transferable skills which can help you succeed in your doctorate and whatever you choose to do next
How to record training and other professional development activities in SAMIS
Once you have identified what you need to know and develop, we offer a range of free courses, workshops and other resources through our DoctoralSkills Programme.
Enrol on our DoctoralSkills Programme to get access to free training and learning resources to support your professional development.
We have a range of development opportunities that you can get involved with. Whether that's presenting your research, facilitating a network or competing in one of our competitions.
Find out more about our seminar series, Slice of Research, organised by the Doctoral College to help doctoral students share their research with others.
Find out more about the Doctoral Roundtable series organised by the Doctoral College to help connect doctoral researchers with others to share their experiences
Join us for our fortnightly doctoral networking event with a hot beverage and complimentary refreshments.
Find out how our weekly writing sessions can keep you motivated, reduce your levels of procrastination and help you achieve your writing goals.
Take part in the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition and develop valuable communication skills.
Find out why researchers are making time to develop their skills
Ionannis Costas Batlle, (PhD in Education) and now Lecturer in Education, reflects on the benefits of taking on different activities alongside doctoral study.
Jon Chouler, Phd researcher in the Department for Chemical Engineering, reflects on the all-round experience his PhD has given him so far.
Elizabeth Kaplunov, PhD Health Psychology researcher, reflects on the benefits of training and development.
There are many other development activities that you can tap into whilst studying for a doctorate. Here are some things that may be of interest to you.
Find out more about the value of teaching experience as a doctoral student, how to get involved and what support is available.
University resource to support students with the development with a range of different skills: academic, language, digital, and wellbeing.
An online resource for postgraduate research students to support your wellbeing, learning and research.
The Centre provides training opportunities for staff and students at the University of Bath, including a workshop series for doctoral students.
GW4 is a collaboration between the University of Bath and Bristol, Exeter and Cardiff. Doctoral students can benefit from shared training and development.
Factors to consider and important information that you should be aware of before considering taking up a placement or other work experience activity
The Doctoral Development Team provide the following to all doctoral students:
If you have any questions about any aspects of your development or our development programme please get in touch with the Team.