Postgraduate training programmes must provide appropriate opportunities for students to develop the research, subject specific, communication and other skills they require to become effective researchers, to enhance their employability and assist their career progress after completion of their degree.
Skills training needs vary from student to student, depending on previous experience, and the delivery of any training should be sufficiently flexible to address individual needs. Development can take place through a variety of formats, including formal training or other activities or be embedded in the PhD programme.
The Joint Statement of Skills sets out the seven areas of skills that should be developed as part of a PhD. Students can use this Statement to help identify their skills development needs.
