February 2005 - Graduate-research-list - University of Stirling Mailing Lists

SGRS Seminar 'Planning the Final Stages'
by Sylvia Barnes 23 Feb '05

23 Feb '05

'Planning the Final Stages of Your Doctorate' Prof Donald Davidson; School of Biological & Environmental Science Cottrell, 2A87A, 2pm - 4pm 3rd March, 2005 This Seminar will suggest strategies to help students work out a timescale for the end of their PhD and alert them to some of the common problems. It will include real life examples of good practice as well as what not to do, with input from a student currently going through the final stages. Questions will be taken at the end of the session Its never too early to start thinking about the final stages! there are places available on this session. If you would like to book, email me or the gradlist. Sylvia Barnes Secretary, Planning & Research Office Room 3B1 x 7041

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AHRB/ESRC drop in clinics
by Sylvia Barnes 18 Feb '05

18 Feb '05

Please see attached poster giving details of the two studentshop 'drop in' clinics taking place next week. Come along on the days shown and Wilma Ellis will be available to address you have any questions you have. Sylvia Barnes Secretary, Planning & Research Office Room 3B1 x 7041

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UK GRAD - free training events for Post Graduate Research students
by Wilma Ellis 16 Feb '05

16 Feb '05

Please follow the link at the foot of this email to book. Please do not hit the 'reply' button We are contacting you in conjunction with two exciting new additions to the UK GRAD spring calendar: UK GRAD Careers in Focus, Investment Banking & Management - 31st March & UK GRAD Careers in Focus, Management Consultancy - 15th April These UK GRAD Careers in Focus events have been designed for doctoral researchers, and will provide a unique opportunity within a fast paced and dynamic environment to: * Find out about the real opportunities for PhDs within a range of leading firms. * Develop and practise the skills and competencies that employers in the sectors look for in PhD recruits. * Understand how your skills as a researcher can be transferred to these sectors. Furthermore, you will have unlimited informal networking opportunities, including a drinks reception in the evening. These are 1-day events and are FREE to participants. Whether or not you have previously considered a career in either sector, these events provide the chance to investigate them further, increase your understanding of the transition between academia and the sector, and give you a clearer perspective on how to bridge the gap. For more information and to book online, please click on the following link: http://www.grad.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/Events/Current_events/p!elk ipbL;jsessionid=a630dbb7ecc1$BA$D1$E <http://www.grad.ac.uk/cms/ShowPage/Home_page/Events/Current_events/p!el kipbL;jsessionid=a630dbb7ecc1$BA$D1$E> Wilma Ellis Research Services Officer Planning and Research Office University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA Tel: 01786 466691 Fax: 01786466688

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SGRS Seminar - "Surviving the Viva"
by Sylvia Barnes 15 Feb '05

15 Feb '05

'Surviving the Viva' Angus Erskine, Applied Social Science Cottrell, 2B133, 2pm - 4pm 22nd February 2005 The PhD viva is surrounded by mystique, but this shouldn't affect your preparation or your performance. This session will, using both the experiences of supervisor & students alike, provide you with information that clarifies the viva process. You will be able to identify what questions and strategies that you should discuss in further depth with your supervisor. This seminar will: § remove the mystique surrounding the viva process; § define what the viva involves; § help you structure and prepare for your viva. There are some places left on this session. If you want to book, email me or the gradlist. Sylvia Barnes Secretary, Planning & Research Office Room 3B1 x 7041

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Committee of the Regions - Thesis Competition
by Sylvia Barnes 15 Feb '05

15 Feb '05

Committee of the Regions - Thesis Competition The committee of the Regions of the European Union is organising a thesis competition on the following subject: "The role of the local and regional authorities in the sustainable development strategy". The prizes will be awarded by a board of independent adjudicators (comprising university lecturers and at least one member or alternate of the committee of the regions. The competitions can be requested by fax (+32 2/2822330)until 1 April 2005. Requirements: a doctoral thesis completed in 2004, submitted in duplicate, in the field of law, Economics, politics or social science. The thesis must be written in one of the official European languages, the thesis must not have been awarded another prize. Candidates must be national of an EU member state or holders of a doctorate obtained at a university in an EU country Supporting documents: a summery in English, French or German (8 pages max) demonstrating the relevance of the thesis to the subject of the competition. The candidate's curriculum vitae in English, French or German. Deadline 4 April 2005. Sylvia Barnes Secretary, Planning & Research Office Room 3B1 x 7041

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SGRS Seminar "Research Funding" 17th February
by Sylvia Barnes 10 Feb '05

10 Feb '05

'Planning Ahead: Applying for Research Funding'' Claire MacLean: Planning & Research Office Cottrell 2A87A, 2pm - 4pm 17th February 2005 This session will introduce students to the business of acquiring external funding to support research activity. Guidance will be provided on identifying appropriate sources of funding; tips on drafting proposals and submitting applications; and discussion of associated issues such as costing and pricing, intellectual property and the relationship between funding body and researcher. A case study will be included. There are still some places available for this session. If you would like to book, email me or the gradlist Sylvia Barnes Secretary, Planning & Research Office Room 3B1 x 7041

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