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Bringing together PhD skills expected of students in the UK, as outlined in the Joint Statement of the Research Councils and AHRB
A: Research Skills and Techniques
- Recognising research problems
- Critical thinking
- Knowing current work in field
- Research methods
- Critical reviewing
- Documenting and reporting
B: Research Environment
- Understanding the research context
- Complying with ethical requirements
- Following good research practice
- Complying with heath and safety legislation
- Understanding research funding and evaluation
- Justifying research methods
- Understanding academic and commercial exploitation
C: Research Management
- Organising your work
- Information management
- Using information sources
- Using IT
D: Personal Effectiveness
- Ability to learn
- Creativity and innovation
- Flexibility and open-mindedness
- Self-awareness
- Self-discipline
- Asking for help
- Independent working
E: Communication Skills
- Academic writing
- Presenting to non-academics
- Academic presentations
- Promotion of public understanding
- Teaching, mentoring, demonstrating
F: Networking and Teamworking Skills
- Building relationships and networks
- Working in a team
- Giving and receiving feedback
G: Career Management
- Continued professional development
- Planning your career progression
- Identifying transferable skills
- Presenting yourself to employers
