HSO-007

PhD in Perspective: Impactful Research, Sustainable Careers

English

Description

24th November 2026, 10.30 am - 4.45 pm (CET)

PhD in Perspective offers PhD students a focused day of training on skills and perspectives that are essential for successful and sustainable academic careers. The annual theme day brings together participants from several universities through three online or hybrid sessions, with optional local networking and peer-mentoring activities.

The programme combines three complementary topics: impactful research, sustainable careers, and resilience in academia.

In the first session, led by Dr Andrea Kofler (FHNW), participants will learn how to integrate an impact-oriented perspective into their research, identify opportunities to fund research with societal relevance, and strengthen the practical case for the value of their work.
In the second session, led by Agata Przyborowska (UWM), they will explore strategies for managing pressure, setting boundaries and maintaining productive, sustainable working practices.
The third session by Dr Joana Ramalho (UEL) on navigating error and rejection addresses an often-overlooked aspect of academic life: how to respond constructively to mistakes, critical feedback and setbacks, and use them as opportunities for learning and professional growth.

By connecting research skills with personal and professional development, the training encourages PhD students to approach both their research and academic careers from a broader perspective.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the training day, participants will be able to:

create convincing impact logics and communicate them to funders and policymakers
define impact metrics and document performance
design and implement practical strategies for managing academic workload
negotiate responsibilities in work contexts
navigate mistakes and negative feedback
deal with setbacks in a constructive manner

Prerequisites

Open to participants at any stage of the PhD journey, from those working on their exposé to those who have recently finished their PhD.

Teaching Methods

Interactive online workshops alternating between hands-on exercises and short inputs

Key Competencies

Initiative, flexibility, and adaptability Global awareness and social responsibility Strategic planning and business management Stakeholder- and public engagement, along with communication skills Critical thinking and problem-solving

Type of Assessment

none

Type of Certification

Certificate of Attendance

Contact Teacher

Dr Fred Fellner (Talent Academy Manager, HSO): fred.fellner@hs-offenburg.de

Course Materials

PhD training module infopack.pdf

Dates

Course Period

Nov 24, 2026 - Nov 24, 2026

Application Period

Sep 15, 2026 - Nov 23, 2026

Offered By

Offenburg University of Applied Sciences

Collaborating Universities

Universidade Europeia

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland

University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn

Course Type

Interactive Learning

Focus Area

Personal Skills and Development

Delivery Mode

Hybrid

Offered To

PhD/Researcher

Important Notice

Note: Credits are not automatically transferred. Please check with your home institution or degree program to see if this course can be included in your study plan to ensure that the credits are recognized.