The INVEST European Universities Alliance, within Work Package 5: Forward-looking education led by the University of Milano-Bicocca, with Prof. Maria Luce Frezzotti as task coordinator, is jointly launching its Transversal Course Program for PhD candidates.
This program is designed to provide doctoral researchers with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive both within academia and beyond.
The INVEST inter-disciplinary course offer is based on EU Doctoral Training Principles, which emphasize the development of transferable skills, and the integration of responsible research training into doctoral education.
In line with these principles, a total of 34 courses have been carefully selected to support professional development and employability. The program is structured around six thematic areas and offered by the INVEST partner universities:
- Language and Communication Basic Skills – 7 courses
- Basic Technology Skills – 10 courses
- Soft and Transferable Competences Within and Beyond Academia – 3 courses
- Research Management, Knowledge of Research System, and Funding System – 4 courses
- Interdisciplinary Paths – 4 courses
- Green Competencies – 6 courses
This course portfolio has been designed to give doctoral students a broad and versatile skill set, spanning multiple academic domains. Participants will gain the ability to integrate methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and knowledge from diverse fields to address complex research challenges.
The full catalogue of available courses is accessible on the INVEST Virtual Campus.