The Researcher Development Programme at the University of Ulster offers training opportunities for Research Staff, Doctoral Students and their Supervisors using a comprehensive new approach to enhancing the careers of researchers, known as the Researcher Development Framework (RDF). This new development can be compared to the earlier “Joint Skills Statement”, here. The RDF was developed by and for researchers, in consultation with academic and non-academic employers.

In addition to face-to-face training sessions (here), available on various campuses of the university, the Researcher Development Programme also offers a number of online "Epigeum " Courses which may be accessed remotely by any individual registered for doctoral studies at the University of Ulster.

Unfortunately the PGcertPD(Researchers) has been discontinued, with the last cohort now (2011/12) completing their assessment towards this award. It is hoped that something in the future might be developed, although various accredited pathways remain in place and open for doctoral students to undertake.

Teaching and Learning Development Opportunities for Post-graduate Tutors and Demonstrators

The following courses are organised by Staff Development to support post-graduate students in their part-time teaching roles:

Introduction to Teaching and Learning for Post-graduate Tutors and Demonstrators (a half-day session compulsory for all who teach in the University of Ulster)

For further information go to:

http://staffdev.ulster.ac.uk/index.php?/courses

First Steps to Supporting Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (an accredited course leading to Associate Status of the Higher Education Academy) For further information go to:

http://staffdev.ulster.ac.uk/index.php?/courses/view/first_steps_to_supporting_teaching_and_learning_in_higher_education1