This training will have three parts:
Online seminar series
Between September and November 2024, accepted PhD students will be welcomed to participate in a four-part seminar series, focusing on academic development and techniques. Each seminar is two hours long and will actively participate in each seminar part online using ZOOM. Accepted students are expected to actively participate in the seminar which contains lectures, discussions, and exercises.
Preliminary topics:
Seminar 1: Research methods, innovation and startups
Seminar 2: Academic writing (referencing, style, etc)
Seminar 3: Methodology for preparation of scientific articles and publishing issues
Seminar 4: Scientific presentations online and in real life, popular science presentation
PhD student conference in Uppsala
All accepted PhD students will participate in a four-day conference at Uppsala University, during which PhD students will give and receive input on their own work, as well as receive input from senior experts in their field. The event will take place 11-14 November 2024. The training will also include a workshop in design thinking, sessions of scientific presentation, possibilities of publication, and a networking event with local PhD students and researchers. All students will have their costs of accommodation and food covered, Ukrainian students will also receive financial support for their travels via the project.
Pedagogical course for PhD students
All accepted PhD students can attend an online course for pedagogies in higher education. The course will be given during the spring term of 2025, including online lectures, seminars, and individual reflections.
Application
The last application day is 5 May 2024.
Apply HERE.
