Doctoral Training Programme
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The RCA's Doctoral Training Programme is designed to provide structured support and training for PhD students at various stages of their academic journey.
The Doctoral Training Programme's goal is to equip doctoral candidates with the necessary skills, tools, and knowledge to excel in their research and future careers. It supports students to develop research skills and knowledge across arts and design disciplines that enable rigorous, creative and innovative approaches to research
This comprehensive training encompasses research methodologies, academic writing, interdisciplinary approaches, and career development.
Launched in 2018, the Programme runs annually, with three blocks of intensive study per year that feature a mix of practical workshops, research methods training and cohort development activities.
More information about the Programme for current PhD students is available on the RCA Intranet.
Doctoral Training Programme participants
Supervisors and Chair Training
The Supervisors and Chair Training programme is designed for academics responsible for the supervision and assessment of doctoral students. This training offers essential skills and best practices for supervising PhD students and chairing PGR examination panels (Annual Progress Review, Confirmation Exam and Viva).
More information for current students is available on the RCA Intranet.
RCA Research Biennale
The RCA Research Biennale is an event dedicated to showcasing our doctoral researchers' research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and supporting the next generation of scholars.
The Biennale is an exciting opportunity for PGRs and Supervisors to engage with research across a variety of disciplines.
The next Biennale will take place in February 2025.
