Are you a professional working in doctoral education, research support or academic administration? 

Join the 2026 Staff Training Week Doctoral Education: Emerging Trends, Changing Practices hosted by the University of Bologna from 23 to 27 November! 

Doctoral education is undergoing a profound transformation. Once primarily designed to prepare future academics, it is now expected to equip researchers with the skills, mindset and experience needed to address complex global challenges and pursue diverse career paths. At the same time, universities are adapting their policies, services and organisational models to respond to new European priorities and an ever-changing research landscape. 

This Staff Training Week would like to explore some of the most pressing topics shaping the future of doctoral education, including: Phd Programme Design, Soft Skills, Wellbeing, Open Science,  European University Alliances, Artificial Intelligence, Doctoral careers. 

Through peer-learning activities and networking opportunities, the programme will encourage participants to exchange experiences and discover innovative approaches to supporting Phd candidates and managing doctoral programmes. 

Whether you are an administrative staff working in doctoral administration, research support, international relations or academic governance, this Staff Training Week offers a unique chance to connect with colleagues from across Europe, share good practices and contribute to building more innovative and future-oriented doctoral education systems. 

Become part of an international community exploring how doctoral education is evolving across Europe. 

Don't miss this opportunity!