Research Skills and Career Development

Undertaking a research degree will give you many valuable skills that future employers will be looking for including critical thinking, expert technical and creative skills, project management and communication.

But, as one of a growing number of research graduates who will be looking to make an impact in academia, government, industry or the community sector, what will give you the edge in an evolving and increasingly competitive job market?

You need to see the bigger picture!

How will this help me?

Planning for your research and career development will help you to:

• Get on top of the specific methodological, technical and  analytical research skills you will need to ensure you conduct and share your research ethically including preparation and submission of your thesis;
• Support you in the successful and timely completion of your research and thesis,
• Help you identify your future career goals, and
• Help you to plan and acquire the skills you will need to achieve them.

Getting involved in activities is also a great way to get to know other Graduate Research students, meet researchers in your school or faculty and build your professional network.