RESEARCHER DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK1
Mapping of research student training organised by RDCS against the RDF
Domain A: Knowledge and intellectual abilities
This domain relates to the knowledge and intellectual abilities and abilities to do research
Sub-domain A1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
(examples of relevant training)
The area of research, the advances
within it and its relationships with other
research areas
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Knowledge-base
1. Subject knowledge
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science research
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Qualitative methods 1-3
Quantitative methods 1-3
Mixed Methods 1-2
Data collection & Qualitative analysis 1-2
Epigeum:
Research Methods in the Sciences
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Research Methods in the Arts and Humanities
Research Methods in Literature Review
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects.
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Sub-domain A1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
The methods and experimental
techniques appropriate for research
design, knowledge
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Knowledge-base
2. Research methods theoretical knowledge
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science research
Research Design
Reading Research Critically
Sources of information, bibliographic
software and other information
technologies
Quantitative methods 1-3
Qualitative methods 1-3
Mixed Methods 1-2
Data collection & Qualitative analysis 1-2
Ref Works – Getting Started
Ref Works – Existing Users
Nvivo
Epigeum:
Research Methods in the Sciences
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Research Methods in the Arts and Humanities Research Methods in
Literature Review
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Research Integrity
3. Research methods –
practical application
Literacy and numeracy skills and
language abilities appropriate for
research application
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science research
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Sub-domain A1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Knowledge-base
3. Research methods –
practical application
(continued)
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Qualitative methods 1-3
Quantitative methods 1-3
Mixed Methods 1-2
Data Collection & Qualitative Analysis 1-2
Epigeum:
Literature Review
Research Methods in the Sciences
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Research Methods in the Arts and Humanities
Research Methods in Literature Review
4. Information seeking
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Makes original contributions to
knowledge
Reading Research Critically
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science research
Epigeum:
Literature Review
Research Methods in the Arts and Humanities
Research Methods in the Sciences
Research Methods in the Social Sciences.
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Sub-domain A1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Identifies, applies and develops
methods and experimental techniques
appropriate for research projects
Cross-faculty research training programme (all sessions relevant)
Knowledge-base
5. Information literacy and
Management
Epigeum:
Literature Review
Research Methods in the Arts and Humanities
Research Methods in the Sciences
Research Methods in the Social Sciences.
6. Languages
Conducts effective and comprehensive
information searches
Stage 1 Induction (library session)
7. Academic literacy and
numeracy
Records, manages and handles
information / data using appropriate
bibliographic software and other
information technologies
Ref Works – Getting Started
Ref Works – Existing Users
Nvivo
Statistics
SPSS
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Sub-domain A2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Analyses and evaluates findings using
appropriate methods
Cross-faculty training programme:
Cognitive abilities
1. Analysing
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science
research
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Qualitative methods 1-3
Quantitative methods 1-3
Mixed Methods 1-2
Data collection & Qualitative analysis 1-2
Publishing your research
Mathematical / Analytical tool training:
Statistics
SPSS
Nvivo
Epigeum:
Research Methods in the Sciences,
Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities
Getting Published in the Sciences
2. Synthesising
Cross faculty research training programme:
Thinks originally, independently and
critically; develops theoretical concepts
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
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Sub-domain A2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Cognitive abilities
2. Synthesising (continued)
3. Critical thinking
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Cross faculty research training programme:
Critically synthesises information from
diverse sources
Reading Research Critically
Epigeum:
Literature Review
4. Evaluating
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Evaluates progress, impact and
outcomes of research
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
5. Problem solving
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Recognises and validates problems;
formulates and applies solutions to a
range of research problems
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
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Sub-domain A3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Develops new ways of working; has
novel ideas and realises their potential
Cross faculty research training programme:
Creativity
1. Inquiring mind
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
2. Intellectual insight
Cross faculty research training programme:
Identifies new trends; creates new
opportunities
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
3. Innovation
Cross faculty research training programme:
Develops convincing and persuasive
arguments to defend research
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
4. Argument construction
Cross faculty research training programme:
Takes intellectual risks; challenges the
status quo
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
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Sub-domain A3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Takes a creative, imaginative and
inquiring approach to research
Cross faculty research training programme:
Creativity
5. Intellectual risk
Reading Research Critically
Is open to new sources of ideas
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
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Domain B Personal effectiveness
The personal qualities and approach to be an effective researcher
Sub-domain B1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
1. Enthusiasm
Approaches research with enthusiasm,
passion and confidence
Stage 2A: Presentations
2. Perseverance
Is resilient and perseveres in the face of
obstacles
Stage 1: Induction
Personal qualities
Stage 2A: Presentations
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
Stage 3: Preparing for the viva
Cross faculty research training programme:
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
The Mindful Researcher
Epigeum:
Getting Published in the Arts
Getting Published in the Sciences
3. Integrity
Is self-reflective; seeks ways to improve
performance and strives for research
excellence
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
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Sub-domain B1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Personal qualities
Epigeum:
3. Integrity (continued)
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Research Integrity
4. Self- confidence
5. Self-reflection
Is pro-active, independent, self-reliant
and takes responsibility for self and
others
Project Management
Shows integrity
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Designing Your Research Poster
The Mindful Researcher
Epigeum:
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Research integrity
6. Responsibility
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Epigeum:
Research Integrity
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Domain B Personal effectiveness
The personal qualities and approach to be an effective researcher
Sub-domain B2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
Anticipates and responds to directions
and trends in research
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Self-management
1. Preparation and
prioritisation
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science
research
Reading Research Critically
Research Design
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Qualitative methods 1-3
Quantitative methods 1-3
Mixed Methods 1-2
Epigeum:
Research Methods in the Sciences
Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Research Methods in the Arts and Humanities
Research Methods in Literature Review
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Research Integrity
2. Commitment to research
Plans, prioritises and conducts research in Project Management
proactive way
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Sub-domain B2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
Self-management
2. Commitment to research
(continued)
Designing your Research Poster
Stage 2A: Presentations
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
Ref Works – Getting Started
Ref Works – Existing Users
Epigeum:
Getting Published in the Arts
Getting Published in the Science
3. Time management
Delivers research projects and results on
time and effectively
Project Management
4. Responsiveness to
change
Develops awareness of, and helps to
achieve, work-life balance for self and
colleagues
Project Management
5. Work-life balance
Has a strategic approach to research
Project Management
The Mindful Researcher
Has focus, commitment and ambition
Is flexible and responsive to change
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Sub-domain B3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
Career and employment opportunities
inside and outside academia
Planning your Career
Professional and career
development
1. Career management
2. Continuing professional
Teaching and Learning in Practice
development
Annual Research Student Conference
Writing and Presenting Conference Papers
Opportunities for Publishing
Cross faculty research training programme:
Communicating your Research 1:
Engaging with the Public, Interviews with the media.
Communicating your Research 2:
Publishing and evidencing the impact of your research.
3. Responsiveness to
opportunities
Takes ownership of and manages
professional development
Teaching and Learning in Practice
Project Management
Designing Your Research Poster
Annual Research Student Conference
4. Networking
Shows commitment to continuing
professional development and enhancing
employability
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Annual Research Student Conference
Writing and Presenting Conference Papers
Sub-domain B3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
Maintains and develops relevant skills set
and experience in preparation for a wide
range of opportunities within and outside
academia Actively networks for
professional and career purposes and
seeks to enhance research reputation and
esteem
Annual Research Student Conference
Professional and career
development
5. Reputation and esteem
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Domain C Research Governance and Organisations
The knowledge of the standards, requirements and professionalism to do research.
Sub-domain C1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
Health and safety issues, confidentiality
and ethical requirements of his/her
research field
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Professional Conduct
1. Health and Safety
Epigeum:
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Research integrity
2. Ethics and principles and
sustainability
The legal requirements and regulations
relating to the area of research and the
research environment
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Cross-faculty research training programme:
The principles of intellectual property
rights (IPR) and copyright issues, as they
relate to
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Research Ethics 1
Research Ethics 2
research, its commercialisation and
dissemination
Epigeum:
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Intellectual Property Rights
Research Integrity
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Sub-domain C1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research
students
Professional Conduct
3. Legal requirements
4. IPR and copyright
5. Respect and
confidentiality
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Organisational and professional
requirements and environmental impact of
research
Epigeum:
The concept of corporate social
responsibility
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Intellectual Property Rights
Epigeum:
Ethics 1 – Good Research Practice
Ethics 2 – Working with Human Subjects
Research Integrity
Epigeum:
6. Attribution and coauthorship
7. Attribution and coauthorship
Research Integrity
Respects, acknowledges and attributes
the contribution of others
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Seeks to protect, where appropriate, the
intellectual assets arising from research
and to maximise the wider value of
research findings
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Research Ethics 1
Acts with professional integrity in all
aspects of research governance
Research Ethics 2
Uses institutional/organisational resources
responsibly and appropriately
Epigeum:
Research Integrity
Seeks ways of working in a sustainable
manner
Respects, upholds and meets
professional standards and requirements
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Sub-domain C2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
The contribution of research to the
health of disciplines and institutional
missions
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Research management
1. Research strategy
Introduction to methodology and philosophy of social science
research
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
2. Project planning and
delivery
Project management tools and
techniques
Project Management
Epigeum:
Managing Your Supervisor
3. Risk Management
Applies appropriate project
management tools and techniques
Project Management
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Sets goals and plans and manages
resources to deliver results
Effectively assesses and manages risks
Evaluates the effectiveness of research
projects
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Sub-domain C3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
The requirement for research income
generation and financial management
Introduction to research funding
Finance, funding &
resources
1. Income and funding
2. Financial management
Not currently covered
3. Infrastructure &
resources
Not currently covered
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Domain D Engagement, influence and impact
This domain relates to the knowledge of the standards, requirements and professional conduct that are needed for the effective
management of research.
Sub-domain D1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Actively works in an inclusive, respectful
and constructive way with colleagues,
stakeholders and research users
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
Working with others
1. Collegiality
Epigeum:
Research Ethics 1
Research Ethics 2
2. Team working
Recognises and acknowledges the
contribution of others and own part in
team success
Epigeum: Research Integrity
3. People management
Builds relationships in academic and
commercial contexts; approachable and
interacts constructively with others;
manages expectations
Annual Research Student Conference
Epigeum: Managing Your Supervisor
Epigeum: Managing Your Supervisor
4. Supervision and resolves
conflict
5. Mentoring
Supervises, mentors and develops the
potential of less experienced
researchers and colleagues through
support and advice
Not covered
6. Influence & Leadership
Leads, motivates and influences where
appropriate; persuades through
listening and convincing discussion
Epigeum: Managing Your Supervisor
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Sub-domain D1
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Builds and sustains collaborative
relationships and works pro-actively to
create and develop knowledge with a
range of stakeholders including
researchers, funders and users of
research
Stage 2A: Presentations
Respects the inclusive and collegial
manner in which researchers conduct
relationships within and beyond
academia
Cross faculty research training programme:
Working with others
7. Collaboration
8. Equality & diversity
Annual Research Student Conference
Research as a contribution to academic and professional practice
Annual Research Student Conference
Recognises the potential for working in
sustained partnerships with a range of
stakeholders to generate new ideas,
insights and maximise the potential for
wider societal and economic impact
Respects individual difference and
diversity
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Sub-domain D2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Appropriate communication and
dissemination mechanisms for different
audiences
Stage 2A: Presentations
Communication &
dissemination
1. Communication methods
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
Designing your Research Poster
The importance of engaging in the
processes of publication and
dissemination of research results and
impacts
Annual Research Student Conference (presenting posters and
papers)
Writing and Presenting Conference Papers
Opportunities for Publishing
Epigeum:
Getting Published in the Arts
Getting published in the Sciences
2. Communication media
Communicates effectively in both
written and oral modes with a range of
audiences formally and informally
through a variety of different methods
Stage 2A: Presentations
Stage 2B: Academic Writing
Designing your Research Poster
Annual Research Student Conference (presenting posters and
papers)
Writing and Presenting Conference Papers
Opportunities for Publishing
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Communicating your Research 1:
Engaging with the Public, Interviews with the media.
Communicating your Research 2:
Publishing and evidencing the impact of your research.
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Sub-domain D2
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Actively engages in publication and
dissemination of research results and
impacts
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Communication &
dissemination
3. Publication techniques
and media
Communicating your Research 1:
Engaging with the Public, Interviews with the media.
Communicating your Research 2:
Publishing and evidencing the impact of your research.
Epigeum:
Getting Published in the Arts
Getting published in the Sciences
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Sub-domain D3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
The social and ethical implications of
research, and public attitudes to these
issues
Introduction to Research Ethics & Integrity
The range of mechanisms to support
knowledge transfer and maximise the
impact of research in academic,
economic and societal contexts
Designing Your Research Poster
Engagement & Impact
1. Teaching
2. Public engagement
Annual Research Student Conference
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Communicating your Research 1: Engaging with the Public,
Interviews with the media.
Communicating your Research 2: Publishing and evidencing the
impact of your research.
Epigeum:
3. Enterprise
Intellectual Property Rights
4. Policy
Engages with and shares research
through research-informed and studentfocused teaching
Teaching and Learning in Practice
5. Society and culture
Contributes to increasing public
awareness, engagement and
understanding of research and
associated impacts
Cross-faculty research training programme:
Communicating your Research 1: Engaging with the Public,
Interviews with the media.
Communicating your Research 2: Publishing and evidencing the
impact of your research.
Disseminating your research and evidencing the impact of your
research
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Sub-domain D3
Sub-domain summary
Training organised by RDCS for postgraduate research students
Identifies innovative trends, ideas and
applications; is enterprising and
entrepreneurial within and beyond
academia.
Not covered for postgraduate research students
Engagement & Impact
6. Global citizenship
Works collaboratively with all
stakeholders to create, develop and
exchange research knowledge to
influence and benefit policy
development, society and the economy;
seeks new outlets and promotes the
application of research in innovative
ways.
Appreciates and works with diversity
and difference in research and
education.
Values the contribution of research to
teaching and teaching to research.
Recognises the importance of
accountability of research with regard to
social and economic impacts,
internationalisation and global
citizenship.
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