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Doctoral College Calendar
Events for UL Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) 2025-26
| Date | Activity/Action | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 25 | The Innovative Researcher | HR Talent Development | Online |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 03 | Qualitative Analysis with NVivo (for Windows) 1- Introduction to the NVivo environment | 09:30 – 10:30 | Doctoral College | Online |
| September 04 | Active Networking in Research Settings | 09:30-12:30 | HR Talent Development | Online |
| September 04 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance (SESSION 1) | 10:00-13:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| September 10 | Get That Paper Written and Published | 10:00–16:30 | HR Talent Development | Online |
| September 12 | Secrets to Becoming a Successful PhD Researcher | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| September 15 | 14:00-16:00 | Centre for Transformative Learning (CTL) | Online | |
| September 16 | Introduction to Teaching and Learning II | 14:00-16:00 | Centre for Transformative Learning (CTL) | Online |
| September 16 | Qualitative Analysis with NVivo (for Windows) 2- Generating output from NVivo | 09:30 – 10:30 | Doctoral College | Online |
| September 18 | PhD Welcome Breakfast | 8:30am
| UL Global | In Person (The Globe) |
| September 19 | Writing a Successful Funding Application | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| September 24 | PGR Orientation - Autumn Semester | 09:00-13:00 | Doctoral College | In Person (The Pavilion, North Campus) |
| September 25 | UL Autumn Careers Fair | 11:30-15:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, UL Arena |
| September 25 | PhD Pals Coffee | 14:00 | UL Global | In Person (The Globe) |
| September 26 | Writing Your Literature Review | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 01 | Human Resources Strategy for Researchers (HRS4R) - World Café Networking Session for PGRs (Focus Groups) | 11:30-13:00 | Doctoral College (OVPRI) and Human Resources | In Person (The Pavilion, North Campus) |
| October 01 | Employer in Residence Programme (Finance & Accountancy - DAY 1) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| October 01 | PhD Pals Drop-In | 13:00 | UL Global | In Person (The Globe) |
| October 01 | Flourishing on Your PhD Journey | 14:00 | Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Doctoral College & UL Global | In Person (The Globe) |
| October 02 | Health Research Institute (HRI) Hub - PGR & Post Doc Poster Day | 09:00-14:00 | Health Research Institute (HRI) Hub | In Person, Kemmy Business School |
| October 02 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance (SESSION 2) | 09:30-10:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| October 08 | Employer in Residence Programme (Finance & Accountancy - DAY 2) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| October 10 | The Importance of your Research Question(s) | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| October 15 | Employer in Residence Programme (Insurance) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| October 17 | Writing a Theoretical Framework for a Doctoral Thesis | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| October 20 | Visa & immigration Workshop | 14:00 | UL Global | Online |
| October 22 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance (SESSION 3) | 09:30-10:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| October 22 | Employer in Residence Programme (Pharma & Medical Technology) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| October 23 | Data Analysis in SPSS - Week 1 | 09:30 - 11:30 | Doctoral College | Online |
| October 24 | What is Methodology and how do you use it in your thesis? | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| October 29 | Employer in Residence Programme (Not-for-Profit organisations) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| October 30 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance | 09:30-10:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| October 30 | PhD Pals Drop-In | 15:00 | UL Global | In Person (The Globe) |
| October 31 | Project Managing Your Thesis | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
| November 04 to 27 | Data Analysis using RStudio – Workshop Series for UL PhD Candidates | Various Times | Doctoral College | Online |
| November 05 | Employer in Residence Programme (Construction & Civil) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| November 06 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance (SESSION 4) | 09:30-10:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| November 7 | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar | |
| November 12 | Employer in Residence Programme (Engineering) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| November 12 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance (SESSION 5) | 09:30-10:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| November 12 | Project Management Workshop | TBD | Health Research Institute (HRI) Hub | Online |
| November 14 | Dealing with Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt During Your PhD | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| November 18 | Thematic Lunchtime Seminar for UL PGRs | 12:30-14:00 | Doctoral College | The Pavilion, North Campus |
| November 19 | Irish Universities Association (IUA) National Three Minute Thesis | 11:00-13:00 | Irish Universities Association (IUA) | Royal Irish Academy, Dublin |
| November 19 | Research Impact: Bridging the gap between rigour and relevance (SESSION 6) | 09:30-10:00 | Kemmy Business School (KBS) Structured PhD (Open to all PGRs – Register for Module RM8012) | In Person |
| November 19 | Employer in Residence Programme (Business) | 10:30 - 13:00 | Cooperative Education and Careers Division | In Person, Library Foyer |
| November 20 | Visa & immigration Workshop | 14:00 | UL Global | In Person (The Globe) |
| November 21 | Demonstrating the ‘Impact’ of your PhD Research | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| November 28 | How To Be A Critical Researcher | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 5 | Final Year of Your PhD: When Finishing is the Hardest Part | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| December 10 | Visa & immigration Workshop | 14:00 | UL Global | Online |
| December 12 | Life After Your PhD – Career Options | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 9 | The Viva Voce: What to Expect | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| January 14 & 15 | Professional Development Module (3 ECTS) for PGRs
| 09:00-16:00 | Careers Services | In Person |
| January 12 to 15 | PhD Writers' Week | 09:00-16:00 | Regional Writing Centre | In Person |
| January 16 | How to Manage and Maximise your Supervisory Relationship | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| January 19 to 23 | Generic & Transferable Skills Winter School | Monday to Friday 09:00-13:00 | Doctoral College | In Person |
| January 23 | Interdisciplinary Research: Opportunities and Challenges for PhD Candidates | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| January 27 | Thematic Lunchtime Seminar for UL PGRs | 12:30-14:00 | Doctoral College | The Pavilion, North Campus |
| January 30 | Organising and Analysing Qualitative Data in Your PhD | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 13 | Communicating Your PhD Research to Specialist and Non-Specialist Audiences | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| February 16 | Introduction to Teaching and Learning - I | 14:00-16:00 | Centre for Transformative Learning (CTL) | Online |
| February 17 | Introduction to Teaching and Learning - II | 14:00-16:00 | Centre for Transformative Learning (CTL) | Online |
| February 20 | Doing A Literature Review | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| February 23 | Launch of 3-Minute Thesis, Picture This! and PGR Showcase 2026 | 12:30-14:00 | Doctoral College | The Globe |
| February 24 | Picture This! first round begins | 09:00 | Doctoral College | Online |
| February 27 | How To Be A Critical Researcher | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 6 | Getting Published in Peer-Reviewed Journals | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| March 13 | Secrets to becoming a Successful PhD Researcher | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| March 18 | KBS 3-Minute Thesis Faculty Heat | 13:00-14:00 | KBS and Doctoral College | In Person |
| March 19 | EHS 3-Minute Thesis Faculty Heat | 13:00-14:00 | EHS and Doctoral College | In Person |
| March 20 | Thesis Submission and Examination Procedures | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| March 24 | Deadline for first round of Picture This! | 17:00 | Doctoral College | Online |
| March 25 | AHSS 3-Minute Thesis Faculty Heat | 13:00-14:00 | AHSS and Doctoral College | In Person |
| March 26 | Science & Engineering (SEN) 3-Minute Thesis Faculty Heat | 13:00-14:00 | SEN and Doctoral College | In Person |
| March 27 | Preparing for Conference Presentations as a PhD Candidate | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 10 | Developing an Open Science Plan for PhD Candidates | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| April 17 | The Irish Universities Association Doctoral Skills Statement : What it Means for You | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| April 24 | Using Technology Smartly in Your PhD | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| April 27- May 01 | UL Research Week | All week | Office Vice-President for Research and Innovation (OVPRI) | In Person |
| April 29 | Picture This! adjudication | 13:00-14:00 | Doctoral College | The Plaza |
| April 30 | 3-Minute Thesis Final | 17:00-18:30 | Doctoral College | ERB-001 |
Date | Activity/Action | Time | Provider | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8 | Why GDPR is Important in Your Research | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| May 15 | Managing Financially Throughout Your PhD | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| May 20 | PGR Showcase Conference (to coincide with European Doctoral Day, 2026) | 09:00-16:00 | Doctoral College | In Person |
| May 22 | Critical thinking for PhD candidates: The hardest doctoral skill of all? | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
| May 25 to 29 | Generic & Transferable Skills Summer School | Monday to Friday 09:00-13:00 | Doctoral College | In Person |
| May 26 | Gwynedd Mercy University (GMU) Summer School - DAY 1 | 09:00-16:00 | Doctoral College and School of Education | In Person |
| May 27 | Gwynedd Mercy University (GMU) Summer School - DAY 2 | 09:00-16:00 | Doctoral College and School of Education | In Person |
| May 28 | Gwynedd Mercy University (GMU) Summer School - DAY 3 | 09:00-16:00 | Doctoral College and School of Education | In Person |
| May 29 | Using Artificial Intelligence in Your PhD | 12:00-12:50 | Doctoral College | Online webinar |
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