Transferable Skills & Events

The IMPRS curriculum involves regular Transferable Skill Seminars to help develop personal competences.

Upcoming Transferable Skill Seminars

2 and 3 June 2022: Scientific Presentation (M. Baker, Speaking Adventure)

Students are encouraged to

• gain an insight into the subtleties of verbal and non-verbal communication, energy management and the balance between internal and external awareness
• assess their own presentation strengths and weaknesses and try out new/ more successful communication strategies where appropriate
• develop a critical awareness of their own and each other’s presentation styles to give and receive constructive feedback
• build on and practice the English phrases of presentation
• develop strategies for dealing with unexpected or difficult situations, e.g. answering questions,
• technical problems, audience hostility
• develop confidence and enjoyment in public speaking