The training programme is structured to allow our students to engage with their research projects immediately following the start of their studentships
The programme will weave cohort activities with ongoing research, building up from basic learning to leadership skills over four years, taking our postgraduate researchers from learners to leaders.
Year one
Learner
- Residential induction with cohort
- Foundation training in Materials 4.0
- Project-specific training
- Core training e.g. response research and innovation (RRI), open science, equality, diversity, inclusivity and access (EDIA)
Year Two
Trainee
- Deep-dive project-specific training
- Learn how to be a trainer, with classes on basic pedagogy, communication, and coaching.
- Develop own modules in a subject related to their research with the help of an academic mentor. These modules will become part of the CDT training offering and the students will produce a variety of materials to support remote and / or face-to-face learning as appropriate
Year Three
Trainer
- Deliver data carpentry modules to get a first experience of training using well-established delivery methods and content.
- Deliver the training modules that they have themselves developed. They will be encouraged to reflect on the process and refine their material and delivery plan.
- Organise and run workshops on aspects of Materials 4.0 for a variety of audiences from academia and industry.
Year Four
Leader
- Organise the annual national conference in Materials 4.0, with the support of the CDT Manager and CDT academics.
- Undertake an advocacy project, aimed at building support for adoption of Materials 4.0 best practice, focused on methods, tools, skills or culture.
- Undertake skills modules on leadership, career options and employment readiness.