In this workshop, you will:

• Understand the importance of academic collaboration
• Discuss why networking is important in academia
• Identify strategies to network effectively

You will have the opportunity to ask questions, share your online profiles, and network with other students throughout.

Meet the Consultant, Dr Abbie Edgar

Dr Abbie Edgar is a Researcher Development Consultant at the Graduate School. Abbie supports postgraduate students with their research development and is passionate about enabling them to reach their academic potential. Abbie has a PhD in Education and is a trained post-primary teacher.

Abbie's previous experience before taking up her role at the Graduate School included supporting undergraduate students with their academic skills in the Learning Development Service at QUB, working as a Support Provider for students with disabilities at QUB and as an Associate Lecturer at the Open University.