There are three time point in the program where support for the portfolio work is given:
1. Introduction to PhD Studies (compulsory e-learning via competence portal)
Here you will get a general introduction to the portfolio, its purpose and some examples of when/what to write about.
2. Compulsory workshop given within the course "Introduction to Research Methodology" (part of the Research School in Medical Science).
In this workshop you will meet the course director, who will give a further introduction to the course. You will also carry out an exercise in with focus on discussing the course outcomes with fellow PhD students.
3. Elective workshops in zoom
We offer regular (3-4 per semester) workshops in zoom to support your portfolio work. The workshops have various themes, but always include a session on the basics of the web tool Mahara and how to structure and build your portfolio. We also offer tips on how to work with the categories/Journals and your reflective texts in your portfolio, You will also have an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the portfolio with other doctoral students.
These workshops are announced via email and under the link below. They are not the same as the compulsory workshop described above.
Course director:
Olga Göransson
Phone: 046-222 95 52,
Email: olga.goransson@med.lu.se
Support portfolio work in Mahara web tool
Matthias Bank
Phone: 046-222 33 07.
Email: matthias.bank@med.lu.se or Support PhD students
Technical problems with Mahara:
servicedesk@lu.se