450001 KO Geoscience PhD Seminar (2023W)

Our PhD seminars are designed to provide students with the opportunity to showcase their research to a diverse audience, equipping them with the experience and confidence to present at larger conferences and platforms. Designed to replace the previous individual topic-focused sessions in the Earth branch Topic Seminars, our new format offers a more inclusive and interdisciplinary space for both PhD and Masters students. Master's students are also cordially invited to attend, further diversifying the array of perspectives and discourses.

Learning Objectives for the Geoscience Interdisciplinary Exchange PhD Seminars:

Research Presentation Skills: Equip students with the ability to effectively present their research findings to a diverse audience.
Interdisciplinary Understanding: Foster a deep appreciation and understanding of varied geoscience sub-disciplines and methodologies.
Peer Feedback and Critical Thinking: Cultivate the skill to provide constructive feedback and to critically assess both their work and the work of peers.
Networking and Collaboration: Encourage interdisciplinary collaborations by providing a platform for students from different backgrounds to interact and exchange ideas.
Professional Development: Prepare students for larger academic platforms such as conferences, symposiums, and workshops.

Course Content:

Research Findings Presentation: Individual student-led presentations showcasing their latest research or findings.
Interdisciplinary Discussions: Post-presentation sessions aimed at discussing the presented topic from various geoscience perspectives.
Guest Lectures: Occasional talks by lecturers from various research disciplines, offering insights and expanding the breadth of topics covered.
Collaborative Brainstorming Sessions: Interactive sessions for students to discuss potential collaborative projects or delve deeper into particularly engaging topics.