Postgraduate Research Skills Training Sessions (discounted package)



Overview

Research skills training sessions open to postgraduate researchers

In line with our mission and values, the Graduate School aims to broaden access to researcher training by enabling and encouraging participation from those outside of the University. In 2024 we launched a trial series of research skills sessions open to postgraduate researchers external to the University and, due to the sucess of these, the sessions have run each year since.

These hybrid sessions are primarily aimed at doctoral students but all postgraduate researchers external to the University are welcome to attend.

Taking place in March/April 2026, each session is independent of each other and can be applied for separately, although a fee reduction of 20% is available for anyone applying for all five sessions by selecting the green 'apply' button at the top of this page (£300 instead of £375 if booked individually).

All sessions can be attended either in Oxford or online.

Learn more about the individual sessions on offer as part of this series:

Programme details

Sessions

Full details of each session can be found on individual module page:

By selecting this module you are applying for all five training sessions listed above, at the discounted price of £300.

You can also apply just for individual sessions by following the links above.

Tutors

Sarah Frodsham is Co-Director of the Graduate School and Chair of Ethics at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.

Alistair Beecher is Co-Director of the Graduate School and a history tutor at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.

Dr Joanna Bagniewska is a zoologist and a science communicator. As a Departmental Lecturer at Oxford Lifelong Learning, she splits her time between directing the Postgraduate Certificate in Ecological Survey Techniques and teaching at the Graduate School. 

Certification

Upon successful completion of each session, you will be issued with an official digital badge from the Department for Continuing Education, University of Oxford.

After the session, you will receive an email with a link and instructions on how to download your digital badge. You will be able to add your badge to your email signature and share it on social media if you choose to do so. 

Fees

Description Costs
Discounted fee for all five training sessions £300.00

Funding

There are no sources of funding (scholarships, bursaries, etc) available for applicants.

Payment

To apply for all five training sessions at the discounted total cost of £300, please apply by selecting the green 'apply' button at this top of this page. 

Successful applicants will be emailed an invoice for the training session fees once their offer has been confirmed.

Application

These sessions are aimed at postgraduate students who are applying for, or are currently enrolled on, a PhD programme.

Applicants must submit a current CV which will allow the course tutors to assess your suitability for this training session.

How to apply

To apply for all five sessions at the discounted rate, please select the green 'apply' button at the top of this page.

Application deadline

Applications for the discounted package will close at 8am UK time on Monday 16 March 2026.

 

Terms & conditions for applicants and students

Information on financial support