Researcher development

02 July 2024

Researcher development is a crucial aspect of the research journey at UC. Writing a thesis not only requires students to hone their research skills, they also need to navigate a number of milestones and associated processes during their time here.

Undertaking such a considerable research project requires a range of transferable skills such as project and time management, a high level of resilience and flexible thinking and a good understanding of the bicultural context that research takes place in here in Aotearoa. Furthermore, it is vital that students consider the different career pathways that their research degree enables them to pursue and how they can prepare for these.

HOW TO APPLY

Researcher Development Framework

Te Kura Tāura has put together a Researcher Development Framework which enables research students and their supervisory teams to plan their development more effectively. Divided into transferable, research and employability skills, the framework brings together all relevant development opportunities at UC and enables students to participate in workshops and training opportunities that are relevant to their research journey.

Students are strongly encouraged to use the Researcher Development Framework and the Skills Analysis Tool (both can be downloaded below) to plan their development in their supervisory meetings.

You can explore the different skill areas of the framework below. You will be able to view information about all workshops, initiatives and development opportunities relating to that particular area available at UC and book in for upcoming sessions. Alternatively, you can find and register for upcoming opportunities using the Events Calendar.

We hope you find this framework useful when planning your development. If you have any questions or would like to discuss suitable training and development options further, please book an appointment with a kaitoko from Te Kura Tāura.