Postgraduate Research Skills Training Sessions
Course status:
Applications being accepted
Location:
Online or Rewley House 1 Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JA
Dates:
22/07/2026 - 26/08/2026
Study format:
Online - live
Fees:
£360.00
Research skills training sessions open to postgraduate researchers
In line with our mission and values, the Graduate School aims to broaden access to researcher training by enabling and encouraging participation from those outside of the University. In 2024 we launched a trial series of research skills sessions open to postgraduate researchers external to the University and, due to the sucess of these, the sessions have run each year since.
These hybrid sessions are primarily aimed at doctoral students but all postgraduate researchers external to the University are welcome to attend.
Taking place in July/August, each session is independent of each other and can be applied for separately, although a fee reduction of 20% is available for anyone applying for all six sessions by selecting the green 'apply' button at the top of this page (£360 instead of £450 if booked individually).
All sessions can be attended either in Oxford or online.
Learn more about the individual sessions on offer as part of this series:
- Halfway Down the Stairs: Research Approaches
- Writing an Abstract
- Improving Your Presentations
- Writing Your Methodology
- Research Interviews: Styles and Techniques
This session is part of our Graduate School programme of research skills training. To stay informed of future courses and training events, sign up to receive email updates.
Programme details
Sessions
Full details of each session can be found on each individual module page.
- Academic Reading: Approach and Critique
- Halfway Down the Stairs: Research Approaches
- Writing an Abstract
- Improving Your Presentations
- Writing Your Methodology
- Research Interviews: Styles and Techniques
By applying for this package deal you are applying for all training sessions listed above, at the discounted price of £360.
You can also apply just for individual sessions by following the links above.
Tutors
Sarah Frodsham is Co-Director of the Graduate School and Chair of Ethics at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.
Alistair Beecher is Co-Director of the Graduate School and a history tutor at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.
Tutors
Sarah Frodsham is Co-Director of the Graduate School and Chair of Ethics at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.
Alistair Beecher is Co-Director of the Graduate School and a history tutor at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.
Tutors
Sarah Frodsham is Co-Director of the Graduate School and Chair of Ethics at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.
Alistair Beecher is Co-Director of the Graduate School and a history tutor at Oxford Lifelong Learning, Department for Continuing Education.
Certification
Upon successful completion of each session, you will be issued with an official digital badge from the Department for Continuing Education, University of Oxford.
After the session, you will receive an email with a link and instructions on how to download your digital badge. You will be able to add your badge to your email signature and share it on social media if you choose to do so.
Fees
| Description | Costs |
|---|---|
| Discounted fee for all five training sessions | £360.00 |
£360
Funding
There are no sources of funding (scholarships, bursaries, etc) available for applicants.
Payment
To apply for all six training sessions at the discounted total cost of £360, please apply by selecting the green ‘apply’ button at this top of this page.
Successful applicants will be emailed an invoice for the training session fees once their offer has been confirmed.
These sessions are aimed at external postgraduates (those not studying at Oxford University) who are applying for, or are currently enrolled on, a PhD programme.
Applicants must submit a current CV which will allow the course tutors to assess your suitability for the training sessions.
How to apply
To apply for all six sessions at the discounted rate, please select the green ‘apply’ button.
Application deadline
Applications for the discounted package will close at 8am UK time on Wednesday 15 July 2026.
Recommended reading
Please see the required/recommended reading for each individual session: