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A Graduate Collective in Earth and Environmental Sciences
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:17
Abstract
Doctoral students will engage in expert- and peer-led workshops to enhance skills that are crucial for their success. Scientific writing will constitute a major part. Additional topics will be chosen by students and could include project management, data visualization, genAI and presentation skills. Students will bolster their scientific networks by learning and collaborating with peers.
Objective
Students will learn tools and strategies that will be foundational to completing their doctoral research projects and beyond. For scientific writing, the specific learning goal is: • Effectively write scientific texts, including structuring of sections and use of fluent, reader-focused sentences and paragraphs. Other learning goals will depend on the additional workshop topics chosen and could include, for example: • Structure and visualize complex content; effectively use slide-based presentations. • Apply methods and tools to define milestones, manage risks, plan doctoral project next steps, and effectively communicate with stakeholders (e.g., supervisor, collaborators, thesis committee). • Visualize scientific data to maximize impact of graphs and plots
Content
This course will equip doctoral students in Earth and Environmental Sciences with the skills crucial for success in their Ph.D. Through a blend of workshops, hands-on assignments, and peer-led sessions, students will refine their ability to produce high-quality scientific writing and will develop and refine competencies across several research-support areas. The course is divided into two primary components: Part 1: Expert-led scientific writing workshops Students will enhance their scientific writing abilities across 5 workshops by completing several short written assignments and receiving individualized feedback. Content and materials deal specifically with the demands of writing in systems-oriented natural sciences. Assignments will therefore allow students to practice components of their prospective research articles. Part 2: Peer-led skill development workshops Students will partake in an interactive, peer-led learning experience. Participants will select topics of interest from a curated list, for example including: • AI-based tools and generative AI in research • Effective presentation skills • Academic project management • Data visualization techniques • Effective reference management and smart note-taking strategies • Maintain your scientific integrity and avoid plagiarism • Publishing: dealing with journals, editors, reviewers, open access etc. Working alone or in pairs, students will research, prepare, and conduct a workshop-style session on their chosen topic, gaining experience in both teaching and subject mastery. Access to expert consultation is provided to ensure a high-quality teaching and learning experience. Experts will offer support and guidance on content and will be available during presentations to add insights or address complex questions. This course is offered by D-EAPS and ETH Library. The minimum number of students is 8. The costs for the scientific writing sessions are 350 CHF per student. Professors from D-EAPS have agreed on paying this course for their students.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DR
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Registration & Places
- Max Places
- 20
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| seminar | A Graduate Collective in Earth and Environmental Sciences |
|
3 h weekly |
Offered In
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Doktorat Erd- und Planetenwissenschaften (Mehr Informationen unter: )