The Researcher Development Programme (RDP) offers over 150 workshops, online modules, online resources and an interactive webinar series specifically for postgraduate researchers professional, personal and research development.
The RDP offers the flexibility to meet individual development needs and long-term career development whilst at BU. The programme aims to ensure that postgradaute researchers are fully equipped with the skills and knowledge required to complete their research degree and make a successful transition into their future career, whether in academia or beyond.
Full programme details can be found in the brochure.
A quick step user guide on how to use Brightspace and how to book onto workshops can be found here.
If you are a postgraduate researcher or supervisors and have any questions please contact your Research Skills and Development Officers Natalie and Clare on pgrskillsdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk
Doctoral College: Researcher Development Programme
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INRC book roundtable/presentation by Drs Jonathan Cole and Catherine Talbot, Wednesday 22/04/2026, 13:00h, P426
BU M.Res. student’s evidence to UK Parliamentary Women & Equalities Committee
Prof Marahatta promoting BU-Nepal collaboration
3C Online Social: Research Culture, Community & Can you Guess Who? Thursday 26 March 1-2pm
ECR Funding Open Call: Research Culture & Community Grant – Apply now
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MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025 Call
ERC Advanced Grant 2025 Webinar
Update on UKRO services
European research project exploring use of ‘virtual twins’ to better manage metabolic associated fatty liver disease