September 1, 2020, by Lisa Chin

C0VID-19: Graduate School updates (1 September 2020)

Ref. UNM/GS/C0VID-19/36/01/09/20

C0VID-19: Graduate School updates (1 September 2020)

This is part 36 of a series of updates which provides latest news and information from the Graduate School amidst the ongoing C0VID-19 pandemic. Don’t forget you can get in touch with us via Facebook and Graduate School Blog or by email at graduateschool@nottingham.edu.my.

The University is regularly updating advice and general FAQs on C0VID-19 on its web page. See more

The Vice Provost (Research and Knowledge Exchange) is also contributing to a more detailed page with guidance for postgraduate research students and research staff. See more


Graduate School Bulletin

This bulletin provides monthly updates on upcoming events and activities by us

Find out more information about our training and development provision for the whole month of September 2020.

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How to elevate your presence in a virtual meeting

Teams & Skype – over the last six months they have become the norm for meeting with others

But it can be difficult to adjust to the virtual way of meeting, especially in a group setting. Here are some tips by Scientistt.

11 persistent myths about post-PhD jobs outside of academia

An interesting read on some myths about non-academic PhD jobs written by Dr Chris Cornthwaite, founder of Roostervane.com.

…there are some myths about PhD jobs outside of the academy that just won’t go away. I’ve been through the transition and met dozens of people who have. Here’s what I think are the most common myths we hold about non-academic PhD jobs. So strap in, and lets take a drive down misconception lane.

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Next updates from us

Our next C0VID-19: Graduate School updates will be posted on Monday 7 September 2020

In the meantime, please continue to observe and follow the safety advice and precautionary measures by our local authorities and University.

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