I am a Research Development Assistant at the University of Sheffield Research Services Department. I am also a YCEDE project administrator working with YCEDE colleagues on developing and supporting projects that improve the on-course experiences of postgraduate students in academia. Formerly a parliamentary researcher for a group of independent Senators in the Irish Senate (Seanad Éireann). I worked on the …
By Beverley Thomas, PhD Researcher, School of English. A definition of a supervisor according to the University of Sheffield’s portal is a ‘subject expert who will guide you through your PhD studies.’ When starting doctoral studies, we may have this idea in mind, but not necessarily understand the culture of academia from the perspective of the institution. Also, we may …
Date and time Mon, 20 February 2023, 13:00 – 15:00 GMT Location Online (Zoom) Organised by the University of Sheffield in collaboration with the University’s Centre for Equity and Inclusion and YCEDE (The Yorkshire Consortium for Equity in Doctoral Education). This online session aims to provide prospective and current PGR students with information, advice and guidance on how a PhD …
Yesterday the YCEDE Workstream 2 team travelled to Sheffield Hallam University to deliver a workshop on equity in doctoral selection and admission. This full-day workshop was aimed at colleagues in Workstream 2 pilot schools, departments and DTPs, as well as those working in relevant central services and functions. The workshop covered the following topics: We were once again welcomed by …
Happy Black History Month! We thought we would share the amazing work of our partner universities and direct you to some of our favourite events that are being held. At the moment, we are working on a newsletter to keep you up to date with all that YCEDE is doing this month. Until then, have a great October! University of …
When Wed, March 1, 2023, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM GMT Where Online Are you looking for a career in mental health? Have you heard about IAPT and want to know more? Join us for a half day, online open day at the University of Sheffield. Data and experience show that people from BAME communities continue to be under-represented in …