Upcoming activities doctoral schools - 23/04/26
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Newsletter | April 23, 2026

This newsletter provides an overview of all upcoming activities, either organised specifically for postdocs or for postdocs and PhD students combined, and links to other potentially interesting events or information.

More details on and registration links for activities are available on the website of the doctoral schools. When you enrol for a doctoral school activity, make sure to take our cancellation & no-show policy into account. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at all times on doctoralschools@uhasselt.be.

1. Last chance to register!

Don’t miss your chance to boost your skills! Visit our new 'In the picture – Last chance to register' section on the website. There you will find a list of Doctoral Schools courses and initiatives for which the registration deadline has passed, but where a few places are still available. To sign up for one of these opportunities, simply send an email to doctoralschools@uhasselt.be . Be quick — places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

In addition, registrations are still open for the following three workshops:

Speak your mind - Learn how to become more assertive
Learn how to communicate more confidently, set boundaries effectively and express your ideas with impact as well as how to strengthen your assertiveness skills.
Storytelling with data
Learn how to communicate research findings through clear visuals and compelling stories that resonate with a broader audience.

2. Nerdland Festival returns!

From 22 to 25 May 2026, Lieven Scheire and Hetty Helsmoortel once again present the largest science festival in the Benelux. Four days packed with experiments, shows, talks and hands-on experiences at the Puyenbroeck domain in Wachtebeke, for diehard nerds and curious minds of all ages. Programme and tickets: www.nerdlandfestival.be

3. Doctoral school partner in the spotlight: Education department

The Doctoral Schools collaborate with various partners to offer young researchers a broad and valuable learning experience. One of these valued partners is the Education department, which provides sessions and (digital learning) modules on teaching skills, educational development, policy and quality assurance. Discover their extensive offer (in both Dutch and English). Registrations close one week before each session.

Looking to broaden your horizon? Our generic competences training offer covers essential skills that bridge the gap between academia and the professional world. These "transferable skills" are generally open to all PhD students and postdocs.

Upcoming topics:

Speak your mind: Learn how to become more assertive
Storytelling with data
Overcoming procrastination – getting things done
Mindfulness here and now
Let's Talk Science, a taste of science communication

👉 Explore the generic course offer on our website!

Master the tools of the trade with our specialised academic research competences training offer. We provide training specifically designed to help researchers excel within the university context and sharpen their scientific profile.

Upcoming topics:

Academic writing with generative AI

👉 View the full academic research course offer here!

Ready to take the next step? Explore a dedicated programme of events, coaching and training designed to support your professional growth, together with a wide range of online resources.

Upcoming topics:

MyCareerCompanion
Individual career coaching
Valorisation Academy
Individual coaching on international labour mobility & Expat Centre Limburg
From academia to industry - personal brand building in your resume

👉 Check out our events and coaching options as well as the online tools overview!

The doctoral schools work together with several other departments and organisations. For more details about their course offer and acknowledgement in your doctoral school portfolio, please consult this webpage and check out:

In addition, the Doctoral Schools partner with a variety of external organisations. Curious to learn more? Explore their activities and course opportunities through the online overview.

We regularly collect inspiring links, tools and resources that may be valuable for your research and career development. Curious to explore more? Check out the full overview.

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