Training

Completing a research degree requires a special set of skills for identifying a problem, investigating what is currently known about the problem and then looking for a unique and original solution.

To help equip you for your research journey, there are lots of training opportunities available to PGRs. 

The Doctoral Academy Training Programme is mandatory and is delivered in partnership with the University's Researcher Development Team. It is an integral part of the research experience and provides you with the strongest grounding possible to succeed, whether in academia, industry or a health profession.

Doctoral Academy Training Programme

The aim of the Doctoral Academy Training Programme is to provide you with the skills, competencies and subject-based training necessary to complete your research. 

Further information about our training programme can be found on the Doctoral Academy website. Please ensure you read this webpage, as it outlines the compulsory training courses for PGRs.

If you have any further questions about the Doctoral Academy training programme, please contact us.

Doctoral Academy Support
Email: FBMH.doctoralacademy.support@manchester.ac.uk

Researcher Development
Email: resdev@ds.man.ac.uk

Additional Training Resources

You are encouraged to enhance the compulsory training programme by attending additional training sessions, which are available to you through a variety of University resources:

• Research Development
• Research IT
• Library Support for PGRs
• Careers Service
• eProg Training Catalogue

By identifying additional training with your supervisor, you will receive in-depth training suited to your research project.

In addition, it is worth asking around in your Division or School, as many degree programmes run courses for specific groups, which you may be able to attend. There may also be specialist training attached to your specific PhD funding stream.

You can find more information about additional training resources on the Doctoral Academy website.

Teaching Opportunities

We have opportunities for PGRs to work as graduate teaching assistants (GTAs) and demonstrators on our undergraduate courses across the Faculty.

You will earn cash while gaining valuable experience and boosting your CV. More information on these opportunities can be found on Staffnet.

All PGRs looking to undertake these opportunities are required to complete mandatory training. Visit the Doctoral Academy website to learn more about eligibility and training requirements, as well as current teaching opportunities.

Please note that PGRs on a Student Route visa can only work for a maximum of 20 hours per week. This includes paid, unpaid and voluntary work. You can find more information on the Student Support website: Tier 4 Visas: Working during your studies.