Welcome for new Science and Engineering doctoral students
What you need to know
Welcome to the Faculty of Science and Engineering. You’re joining an innovative and dynamic doctoral community.
We’re looking forward to supporting you so you have the best possible experience during your time with us.
Please familiarise yourself with the following information before starting your research journey with us.
A welcome message from Dr Kirstie Andrews
Welcome information for all students
For key information on resources, events and activities, please visit welcome for new doctoral students.
You will also find further resources to support you during your research degree on Moodle.
If you have any questions or require more information, please contact [email protected].
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Welcome events
We have an exciting schedule of welcome events for all new doctoral students joining us in October 2024.
For details, visit welcome for new doctoral students.
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Faculty induction
We’re delighted to invite you to the induction day on Wednesday 16 October from 11:00am to 4:00pm in the Dalton Building, room DB2.08 (Active Learning Studio 2).
Here is the schedule for the day:
11:00am - 11:15am
Welcome
Welcome to the Faculty of Science & Engineering from Dr Kirstie Andrews (Doctoral College Faculty Head (DCFH)).
11:15am - 11:25am
Research Culture in Science & Engineering
Professor Jamie McPhee (Faculty Director of Research and Knowledge Exchange) will welcome you and explain our research culture and the range of opportunities and support available to you.
11:30am - 11:45am
Academic Director of the Doctoral College
Professor Anya Ahmed will welcome you and give a short overview of the Doctoral College
11:45am - 12:10pm
Meet and Greet with Doctoral College Department Leads (DCDLs)
Session Conveners: Dr Wei Bai (Computing & Maths), Drs David Sawtell and Zaenab Abd-Allah (Engineering), Dr Jim Pritchett (Life Sciences), Dr Emma Coulthard (Natural Sciences), Dr Zoë Franklin (Sport and Exercise Sciences).
Here you will have the opportunity to meet your academic contacts from your department. You will be able to introduce your projects and get to know your colleagues.
12:10pm - 1:10pm
Networking lunch
1:10pm - 2:00pm
Faculty Research; flash presentations
An overview of the cutting-edge research taking place across the Faculty and how research is embedded in this work.
1:10pm Dr Sarah Jones; Department of Life Sciences
1:20pm Dr Wei Bai; Department of Computing &Mathematics
1:30pm Dr Emma Coulthard; Department of Natural Sciences
1:40pm Dr David Sawtell Department of Engineering
1:50pm Dr Amy Harwood Department of Sport & Exercise Sciences
2:00pm - 2:15pm
Break
Technical Support Services
2:25pm - 3:05pm
Doctoral study in the Faculty of Science & Engineering
Dr Fiona Wilkinson will discuss supervision, training and development, expectations, responsibilities and what to expect in the 1st year of a doctoral degree.
3:05pm - 3:15pm
Library
Alex Wheeler. Hear how the Library supports you in your doctoral degrees.
3:15pm - 3:30pm
Doctoral College introduction
Sarah Ryan. Meet Doctoral College representatives and learn about their role in your doctoral journey.
Meet the Student Union and Final Q&A
Kathryn Cribbin. Find out about the Student Union and have a chance to ask any questions.
3:45pm - 4:00pm
Doctoral student peer guides
This session is a fantastic way to meet your tutors and fellow doctoral students. You’ll learn more about your faculty and what support is available academically and pastorally.
We strongly recommend attending your induction to give you the best possible start to your doctoral degree.
Fantastic new science and engineering facilities
Opening in 2024, the Dalton building is our brand-new home for science and engineering. Discover what it means for your future studies, including a state-of-the-art superlab.Your subject librarian
Every faculty has a dedicated subject librarian who can offer tailored support. To find your subject librarian, visit library contacts.