Program Overview

Scientific Information Bootcamp

The Scientific Information bootcamp is a program designed to equip participants with the skills to search for and manage scientific information, making optimal use of current technological possibilities for research and education purposes.

Program Details

• The program is intended for first-year PhD candidates from the University of Twente.
• The study load for this course is equivalent to 0.5 ECTS.
• The course will be offered five times per year, with two on-campus sessions and three online sessions.
• In 2025, the online courses will be held in January, September, and November.
• The specific time and place of the on-campus courses will be shared two weeks ahead of time.

Course Structure

• The course will take one whole mandatory day and approximately 10 hours of home study for assignments.
• The location for on-campus courses may vary, with exact locations provided before each course starts.
• The other two dates will be held online.

Requirements and Fees

• English language proficiency at level CEF B2 or higher (Common European Framework) is required.
• The training will be paid from central funds. However, if a participant registers and withdraws less than one week before it starts, their supervisor will be informed and asked to pay.
• There is a maximum of 50 participants.

Trainers and Materials

• The course will be led by LISA qualified teachers.
• Course materials will be provided during the training.

Important Notes

• It is prohibited to register for this course more than once. Any double registrations will be cancelled.
• Participants will be informed about the course and preparatory assignments via email and will receive an invite to Canvas.
• During the first meeting, additional information will be provided regarding the assignments required to successfully complete the course.