Building careers through effective research practice
For 5 years Doctoral College UK (DCUK) has inspired researchers.
We empower them to become confident successful professionals.
Our Focus is on effective research practices for career growth.
DCUK = Doctoral Studies

Training - Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Soft Skills Development
Soft skills courses cover a variety of topics essential for personal and professional development:
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Problem solving - The ability to address and handle tasks in the workplace.
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Time management - The ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and stay organized.
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Adaptability - The ability to quickly adapt to new circumstances and challenges.
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Teamwork - The ability to work well with others, which can create a positive work environment.
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Critical thinking - The ability to define and solve new problems by analysing data, reasoning, and drawing conclusions.
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Creativity - The ability to innovate new ideas and solutions to problems.
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Emotional intelligence - The ability to recognize and manage emotions in oneself and others.
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Communication skills - The ability to convey or share ideas and feelings effectively.
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Leadership and initiative – The ability to take ownership, set clear goals, and lead by example.
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Organisational skills – The ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, set goals, and develop systems for achieving those goals.
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Trustworthiness - The quality of being deserving of trust or confidence; dependability; reliability: People who exhibit the highest ethical standards, as demonstrated by honesty, trustworthiness, and high moral character.
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Active communication - Involves assertively expressing thoughts, feelings, and needs, while actively listening and engaging with others. It emphasizes clear and direct expression, allowing individuals to effectively convey their message.
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Reliability - How consistently a method measures something.
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Respect for others – The ability to show regard for their abilities and worth, valuing their feelings and their views, even if you don't necessarily agree with them and accepting them on an equal basis and giving them the same consideration you would expect for yourself.
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Training for Career Development
Career development can include training on:​
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Business Administration
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Business Improvement Techniques
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Cyber Security
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Digital Marketing
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Data Protection & Data Security
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Event Planning
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Environmental Sustainability
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Lean Organisation Management
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Retail Operations
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Special Education Needs & Disability
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Team Leading
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Warehousing and Storage
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Workplace Violence and Harassment
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Customer Service
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Equality & Diversity
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Customer Service in Hospitality
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Book an Online Meeting below to ask questions about these training courses.​​​​​​