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Postgraduate orientation

The Postgraduate Experience programme, coordinated by the STPU, is dedicated to supporting the academic and personal journey of postgraduate students at Ñî¹óåú´«Ã½. Recognising the transition from undergraduate to postgraduate study as a significant step, the programme offers a range of initiatives that include orientation events, skills development workshops, career readiness sessions, networking platforms such as the Postgraduate Book Club, and faculty-specific information sessions. These activities aim to equip students with the tools, networks, and confidence needed to thrive in their research, coursework, and broader university experience.

Postgraduate Experience Workshops

The Postgraduate Experience workshops support students from diverse postgraduate academic programmes in making a smooth transition into postgraduate studies. Through dedicated Postgraduate workshops, the programme fosters both academic and social integration, addressing the various challenges that postgraduate students often encounter during this critical phase. By offering comprehensive support and resources, we collaborate with various key stakeholders to ensure a well-rounded and successful postgraduate experience.

The workshops are as follows: 

  • Navigating and Building Long-Term Researcher-Supervisor Relationships
  • Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Training Workshop
  • Postgraduate Writing Workshop
  • Public Speaking & Presentation Skills Workshop
  • PG Story Telling
  • PG Book Club Event
  • PG Week
  • Professional Speed Dating
  • Funding Opportunities for PG students
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