Past event
[Innovation Week 2025] Professionalising Your PhD: Arts and Humanities
Are you curious about how the skills you develop during your PhD can open doors in a variety of career paths, particularly in the Arts, Humanities, and Creative sectors? Whether you're exploring a future in academia, cultural institutions, publishing, or entirely new fields, understanding how your research and transferable skills can shape your career is crucial.
Join us for Professionalising Your PhD (Arts & Humanities), an interactive session designed to help you explore career opportunities beyond your doctoral studies. With insights from the Entrepreneurship Centre, Careers Centre, and International Education and Lifelong Learning Centre (IELLI), this event will equip you with the knowledge and resources to make informed career decisions.
Why Attend?
✔ Discover pathways to commercialise research and bring innovations to market within the Arts & Humanities fields.
✔ Gain insights into career opportunities in academia, industry, and other sectors.
✔ Learn about lifelong learning and professional development resources available to support your journey.
✔ Engage with expert speakers and PhD graduates who have successfully navigated diverse career paths.
Who Should Attend?
📌 PhD students at any stage, looking to explore career opportunities, develop professional skills, and connect with key University support services.
Event Agenda
Welcome & Introductions – Meet experts from the Entrepreneurship Centre, Careers Centre, and IELLI.
Introduction to the VITAE Framework — Learn about the Researcher Development Framework (RDF) and how it supports career progression.
Panel Discussion: “How Have You Used Your Research and Creative Skills in Your Career Beyond the PhD?– Insights from PhD graduates in entrepreneurship, industry, and academia.
Q&A Session — Ask panellists about their career transitions and skill applications.
Closing Remarks & Next Steps — Key takeaways and future engagement opportunities.
Meet the Speakers
Speaker Information
Event Details
📅 Date: Wednesday 8th October 1.00pm — 2.30pm
📍 Location: Online via MS Teams
Ready to Take Part?
RSVP to secure your spot. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable career insights and set yourself up for success beyond the PhD!