How can we help you develop and grow your career?

Swansea University is committed to the development of our research talent. We offer a range of career development opportunities, and encourage you to explore our training services and resources to help you make the most of your time at Swansea.

We fully commit to the Researcher Development Concordat, which outlines the responsibilities of our institution, funding bodies, research leaders and researchers. It includes reference to researchers having opportunities, structured support, encouragement and time to engage in a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.

"Working in partnership across the University to implement the Researcher Development Concordat to support our researchers to thrive and promote a positive, inclusive research culture"

Your 10 days

Our research career development services are coordinated by a dedicated member of the Development and Training Service with additional specialist training provided by other teams across the University. 

You will find a variety of careers resources created for all researchers at Swansea from PGR to senior leaders. We are continuously sourcing, developing and adding new learning materials please see our Researcher Career Development Programme for 2022/23 for full information.

Researcher CPD Programme 22/23

Faculty Research Hubs

Research Hubs

Research Hubs offer a comprehensive and professional service for every research arm found within each Faculty. 

Faculty Research Hubs