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DCU Business School: Graduate Training Elements

Overview 

While the main focus for each research candidate is to complete a piece of original research, students are also supported in developing a range of skills and competencies through taught modules and other learning opportunities, known as graduate training elements or GTEs. These opportunities develop both discipline-specific and transferable skills, supporting students' research and enhancing qualifications. All students are required to attend the orientation and induction sessions where GTE options will be discussed at the beginning of each semester.

Selecting Graduate Training Elements

During registration, research students can choose from a combination of credit-bearing modules and non-accredited training like workshops and seminars. All students must take the online research integrity training module during the first year of their studies. Students on a structured pathway usually take 20-40 credits, with their final year focused on completing the research thesis.  Engagement in these activities is an important aspect of the graduate researcher experience. 

Progression

The structured pathway for each student should be discussed and agreed in the first instance with the supervisor and progress recorded on the annual PGR2 form. Once approval has been given, the student can register for their chosen GTEs during the online registration process.