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PGRO: Leave to Work Away Process For Staff Who Support PGR Students (In Person Face to Face)
Tue 20 Feb 2024
10:00
Finished
This course will explore considerations for Leave to Work Away, with a focus on supporting postgraduate research students who wish to undertake research outside of the University.
Sessions will be given by members of the Postgraduate Research Office, the Safety Office, the International Student Office, Student Registry, and the Director of PG Training in the Department of Geography.
Topics covered include:
- introduction to Leave to Work Away, including what it is (and what it isn’t), when it is appropriate, and why the application process is important
- factors for the supervisor, department, College, and Degree Committee to consider before making a recommendation on an application to work away
- safeguarding work away and risk assessment
- considerations for student visa holders
- good practice in supporting students while working away