Postgraduate Researcher Development Portfolio

Recording your development as a researcher

PGR Student Name: Mohammed Musallam Bakhit Al Mahri

Supervisors should confirm that you have completed your skills training by signing off the form below at each annual progression point. At the final sign off (i.e. prior to your research degree examination) the form should be completed in full. Please note the form must be completed in full or your research degree examination will not be allowed to proceed.

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Section One (estimated to be completed within one year for full time students and within two years for full time students.)
Knowledge and ntellectual Abilities (!omain A) "his domain contains the knowledge and intellectual abilities needed to be able to carry out excellent research#

Subject Knowledge

Information seeking

#cademic literacy and numeracy

Synthesising roblem solving

Has, at least, core knowledge and basic understanding of key concepts, issues and history of thought. Knows of recent advances within own research area and in related areas. Is working towards making an original contribution to knowledge. Is developing a broader awareness of international and non-academic aspects of knowledge creation. #c$uires and develops search and discovery skills and techni$ues. Identifies and accesses appropriate bibliographical resources, archives and other sources of relevant information including web-based resources, primary sources and repositories. %akes best use of a range of current tools and techni$ues. #ssesses the reliability, reputation, currency, authority and relevance of sources. Seeks feedback from relevant groups to access other insights. #bility to understand, interpret, create and communicate appropriately within an academic conte)t. repares grammatically and syntactically correct content for presentations. *rites in a style appropriate to purpose and conte)t for specialist and non-specialist audiences. Is mathematically competent to undertake research in own discipline+research area, understands and applies any statistics that may be used in the discipline+research area, analyses data and uses appropriate computer packages. Is I' literate and competent in using information and digital technology. Sees connections between own research and previous studies. 6enefits from guidance with synthesising information+data and ideas. Isolates basic themes of own research, formulates basic research $uestions and hypotheses.

lanning and Searching for the !iterature "eview

lanning and Searching for the !iterature "eview. %anaging research data- &" 'raining sessions. (ses library sources including other university libraries and inter-library loans. (ses internal and on-line search engines.

lan to attend 'raining ./I/0 1 23ualitative data analysis software4 'raining 5ndnote 2used to manage bibliographies and references4 (se %icrosoft 0ffice on a daily basis at work

!iterature reviews submitted to supervisors and as part of annual progression. Has identified problem areas such as gap between evaluate employees7 awareness and proper training by using various tools. lan to attend /itae7s 5ffective "esearcher programme 2a two day workshop4

Personal $ffectiveness (!omain %). "his domain contains the personal &ualities' career and self(management skills re&uired to take ownership for and control of professional development.
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5nthusiasm Integrity reparation and prioritisation 8ommitment to research 'ime management

%aintains enthusiasm and motivation for own research. "ecognises the need for passion and pride in own work. Is highly motivated even when work is mundane. (nderstand and demonstrates standards of good research practice in the institution and+or discipline+research area. Seeks guidance as necessary. repares and plans project to meet objectives and, with support, is able to adapt if necessary. 8ommits to and completes first project and establishes research credentials. %anages own time effectively to complete research project, adheres to clear plan.

Submit work on time and maintain fre$uent contact with supervisors 'ranscribe+ code my data #ttend &" Induction (se of 5nd.ote program to reference all the work used in the research Submit work on time and maintain fre$uent contact with supervisors

Submit work on time and maintain fre$uent contact with supervisors (sing roject lan to schedule project. Submit work on time and maintain fre$uent contact with supervisors

)esearch *overnance and +rganisation (!omain ,). "his domain contains the knowledge of the standards' re&uirements and professional
conduct that are needed for the effective management of research.
Health and safety
(nderstands relevant health and safety issues and demonstrates responsible working practices. 'akes responsibility for own work space. #ware of impact on others and wider environment. Has basic understanding of legal re$uirements surrounding research, e.g. 9ata rotection #ct, :reedom of Information #ct, 5$uality #ct ;<=< and e$uivalent .orthern Irish legislation. I have 'he Institution of 0ccupational Safety and Health 2I0SH4 8ertificate.

!egal re$uirements

#ttribution and co-authorship roject planning and delivery "isk management

(nderstands concept of attribution and applies it consistently and fairly to appropriately recognise contributions and co-authorships. Seeks advice on local codes of conduct.

#pplies effective project management through the setting of research goals, intermediate milestones and prioritisation of activities. #cts on decisions agreed with supervisor+line manager and delivers results. %akes basic risk assessment and is able to manage risks in own project with support. #ware of risks in virtual environments and when using interactive communication technologies.

I have done my %aster in Internet 8omputer and System Security in (niversity of 6radford, (K in ;<<> and my roject title was %easuring and %anaging "isk which includes 9ata rotection #ct, IS0+I58 ;?<<=-;<<@ and 6S IS0+I58 ;?<<;-;<<@. lans to learn more about :reedom of Information. #ttendance at !aboratories 9emonstrator &" 'raining session "esearch 9ata %anagement &" 'raining Sessions 5thics 5ssential course &" 'raining Sessions &etting ublished A successfullyB &" training sessions lan to attend #n Introduction to %anaging rojects for &"s Session

I have done my %aster in Internet 8omputer and System Security in (niversity of 6radford, (K in ;<<> and my roject title was %easuring and %anaging "isk lan to attend #n Introduction to %anaging rojects for &"s.

$ngagement' influence and impact (!omain !). "his domain contains the knowledge' understanding and skills needed to engage with' influence
and impact on the academic' social' cultural and economic context.
8ollegiality
Shows consideration to others. #ttendance at !aboratories 9emonstrator &" 'raining session

!istens, gives and receives feedback and responds perceptively to others. .egotiates activities and deadlines with supervisor. Is sensitive to and respectful of individual differences. 9evelops awareness of diversity and difference within working environment. (nderstands e$uality and diversity re$uirements of institution. 9evelops awareness of the impact of research on wider society and of the impact of society, the environment and culture on research.

eople management 5$uality and diversity Society and culture

#cademic 'eaching Skills 6eing a 8ollege lecturer lan to attend /itae7s 5ffective "esearcher programme 2a two day workshop4 6eing a 8ollege lecturer Has e)perience in teaching communications, and work with many employees from various countries. Internal conference attendance and presentations. International conference attendance.

Section Two (Estimated to be completed within two years for full time students and within three years for part time students.)
Knowledge and ntellectual Abilities (!omain A). "his domain contains the knowledge and intellectual abilities needed to be able to carry out excellent research#
"esearch methods and theoretical knowledge
(nderstands relevant research methodologies and techni$ues and their appropriate application within own research area. Custifies the principles and e)perimental techni$ues used in own research. #ppreciates the value of a range of standards and methods+techni$ues for information+data collection and analysis, assesses and demonstrates usefulness and validity of information+data in the conte)t of a specific problem+$uestion. 9esigns and e)ecutes systems for the ac$uisition and collation of information using information technology appropriately 2e.g. word processing, spreadsheets, simulation systems, databases4. 9evelops awareness of information+data security and longevity issues. Knows where to obtain e)pert advice, i.e. information+data managers, archivists and librarians. 8ritically analyses and evaluates own findings and those of others. /alidates datasets of others. #ble to understand argument 2oral and te)tual4 and articulate own assumptions, developing independent and critical thinking. Has the ability to recognise and validate problems. "ecognises multiple ways of knowing and alternative paradigms. 9emonstrates a willingness and ability to learn and ac$uire knowledge. 9emonstrates fle)ibility and open-mindedness. 9evelops a style of $uestioning and $uestioning techni$ue. #bsorbs and appropriates ideas, is intellectually astute. #ttend "esearch hilosophies and aradigm &" training session

Information literacy and management #nalysing 8ritical thinking In$uiring %ind Intellectual

lanning and searching for the !iterature "eview 2!ibrary Skills Session4 %anaging research data- &" 'raining sessions.

Has practical knowledge of language of teaching through my working e)perience.

8onference attendance "esearch hilosophies and aradigm &" training session "esearch hilosophies and aradigm &" training session

insight

8reates ideas and opportunities by investigating+seeking information.

Personal $ffectiveness (!omain %). "his domain contains the personal &ualities' career and self(management skills re&uired to take ownership for and control of professional development.
Self "eflection
%akes time to reflect on practice and e)perience. 9evelops strengths and improves on weak areas. Seeks personal feedback. !earns from mistakes. &radually takes complete responsibility for own project and own well-being 9evelops independence. #dapts approach when re$uired to, seeks guidance and recognises risks. Is developing an awareness of work-life balance issues. (ses support and advisory resources when necessary to avoid undue pressure and to enhance personal well-being. 8onsiders the needs of others. 9evelops and maintains co-operative networks and working relationships with supervisors, colleagues and peers, within the institution and the wider research community. (ses personal and+or online networks effectively for feedback, advice, critical appraisal of work and for responding to opportunities 5ngages with learned societies and public bodies. 6eing a 8ollege lecturer 8ompletion of &" development portfolio and identification of research training re$uirements as necessary. !ack of e)perience in conducting research interviews. 6eing a 8ollege lecturer 0rganised and conducted my fieldwork independently. Submit work on time and maintain fre$uent contact with supervisors #ttend 'ake 8ontrol- #n Introduction to %anaging rojects for &"s session. Has managed priorities between family life and studies successfully in the first year. Has managed my time effectively as research student. I manage my work+ h9+life with my supervisor7s support through monthly catch A up meetings. I have attended some conferences in 0man which helped me to make a good communications with e)pert people from the country and abroad. I have a good communication with my supervisors and colleagues in the university.

"esponsibility "esponsivene ss to change *ork A life balance

.etworking

)esearch *overnance and +rganisation (!omain ,). "his domain contains the knowledge of the standards' re&uirements and professional
conduct that are needed for the effective management of research.
(nderstands and applies the relevant codes of conduct and guidelines for the ethical conduct of research, seeks advice from supervisor. 9emonstrates awareness of issues relating to the rights of other researchers, of research subjects, and of others who may be affected by the research. Is mindful of own impact on the environment. (nderstands how to behave and work in a sustainable way. (nderstands the concept of corporate social responsibility, seeks guidance as necessary. (nderstands and adheres to the rules and regulations concerning academic malpractice in the institution in which based and of professional body and funder, if appropriate. #ttend "esponsibility and "eputation- Integrity and 5thical behaviour in research

5thics, principles and sustainability

#ppropriate practice

#ttend !aboratories 9emonstrator &" 'raining session #ttendance at &" induction which includes sessions on plagiarism #ttend "esearch 9ata %anagement &" 'raining Sessions 5thics 5ssential course &" 'raining Sessions

"esearch strategy Infrastructure and resources

#ware of how own research aligns with the research strategy of the institution and strategic focus of the discipline+research area. 9evelops understanding of broader conte)t of research. %akes efficient use of available resources. Knows immediate academic system+work environment, departmental or faculty.

8onference attendance 9epartmental seminars Has made good use of services available within the university, and has successfully applied for internal support with attendance at conference.

$ngagement' influence and impact (!omain !). "his domain contains the knowledge' understanding and skills needed to engage with' influence
and impact on the academic' social' cultural and economic context.
Supervision 8ommunicatio n methods
5ngages in peer support and evaluation, and undergraduate support and assessment. 8onstructs coherent arguments and articulates ideas clearly to a range of audiences, formally and informally, through a variety of techni$ues. #ctively engages in knowledge e)change and debate with colleagues, sometimes between disciplines+research areas. #ppreciates the skills of rhetoric. 9evelops skills in a range of communication means, e.g. face-to-face interaction using interactive technologies, and+or te)tual and visual media, where useful+necessary. Has a web presence as a researcher. (ses audio-visual aids effectively in presentations. 8ontributes to teaching at undergraduate level. #ssists in the supervision of undergraduate projects. articipates in research meetings 2seminars, workshops, conferences, etc4. Has a developing awareness of the ways research influences+interacts with teaching. 9evelops awareness of the impact of research on wider society and of the impact of society, the environment and culture on research.

8ommunicatio n media

'eaching

6eing a 8ollege lecturer

Society and culture

Section Three (Estimated to be completed within three years for full time students and within five years for part time students.)
Knowledge and ntellectual Abilities (!omain A). "his domain contains the knowledge and intellectual abilities needed to be able to carry out excellent research#
(ses a range of research methods linked to study area, documents own activity. Shows growing competence in own subject area and are developing awareness of alternative methods and analysis techni$ues. 9evelops research approach and applies a range of appropriate methods and techni$ues with confidence. 9ocuments and evaluates research processes, using statistics where appropriate. (se $uantitative, $ualitative research method practical e)ercises to to measure and improve information security, employees7 knowledge, attitude and behaviour within the higher educational sector in 0man.

"esearch methods A practical application

!anguages

5valuating

Innovation #rgument construction Intellectual risk

Has e)cellent knowledge of language2s4 appropriate for research, including technical language Summarises, documents, reports and reflects on progress. 5valuates the impact and outcomes of own research activities. #ssesses the $uality, integrity and authenticity of primary and secondary research information+data. #ccepts and gives constructive criticism. (nderstands the role of innovation and creativity in research. %ay engage in inter-disciplinary research. 8onstructively defends research outcomes. rovides some evidence in support of ideas. Structures arguments clearly and concisely. 'ests the boundaries, is willing to e)pose ideas to a critical audience and to critically appraise other research.

Has practical knowledge of language of teaching through my working e)perience.

Personal $ffectiveness (!omain %). "his domain contains the personal &ualities' career and self(management skills re&uired to take ownership for and control of professional development.
erseverance
9emonstrates self-discipline, motivation and thoroughness. erseveres in the face of obstacles and set-backs but benefits from peer, supervisor or leader support. Is developing some resilience. 9eals effectively with the routine aspects of research. #ware of some personal abilities and willing to demonstrate them. "ecognises boundaries of own knowledge, skills and e)pertise and draws upon and uses sources of support, as appropriate. 'akes ownership for and manages own career progression, sets realistic and achievable career goals, identifies and develops ways to improve employability. resents own skills, personal attributes and e)periences through effective 8/s, applications and interviews. 6egins to establish a career network. 9emonstrates self-awareness and the ability to identify own development needs. #ppreciates the need for and shows commitment to continuing professional development. "ecognises transferability of own e)perience and articulates this to potential employers or line managers. 9evelops and maintains own records of achievement and e)perience. 9emonstrates an insight into the transferable nature of research skills to other work environments and the range of career opportunities

Self confidence

8areer management

8ontinuing professional development

"esponsiveness to opportunities

within and outside academia. (nderstands and takes advantage of a broad range of employment and professional development opportunities within and outside academia, including work e)perience and internships. Speaks with authority on own topic. 6egins to be known as a good researcher.

"eputation and esteem

)esearch *overnance and +rganisation (!omain ,). "his domain contains the knowledge of the standards' re&uirements and professional
conduct that are needed for the effective management of research.
Intellectual property rights and copyright "espect and confidentiality Income and funding generation :inancial management Infrastructure and resources
Has basic understanding of data ownership rules as they apply to own research. #ttendance at !aboratories 9emonstrator &" 'raining session "esearch 9ata %anagement &" 'raining Sessions 5thics 5ssential course &" 'raining Sessions #ttendance at !aboratories 9emonstrator &" 'raining session "esearch 9ata %anagement &" 'raining Sessions 5thics 5ssential course &" 'raining Sessions

*ithin own research respects the right of participants to confidentiality and anonymity. "espects colleagues. (nderstands the processes for funding and evaluation of research. *rites own research proposal. (nderstands the basic principles of financial management. Has some commercial awareness. %akes efficient use of available resources. Knows immediate academic system+work environment, departmental or faculty.

$ngagement' influence and impact (!omain !). "his domain contains the knowledge' understanding and skills needed to engage with' influence
and impact on the academic' social' cultural and economic context.

'eam working

%entoring

Influence and leadership 8ollaboration

(nderstands own behaviours and impact on others when working in and contributing to the success of formal and informal teams. #ppreciates contributions of other team members including nonacademic members. 'hanks people for their contribution. 5ffectively supports the learning of others when involved in teaching, mentoring, demonstrating or other research activities. "ecognises the importance of mentorship and receiving mentoring. 5ngages in debate and invites challenge 9evelops awareness of need to gain support. "ecognises implications of own research for real life conte)ts. !earns of the value to academia of engaging in dialogue with those who use the outputs of research to achieve influence and impact. #ware of the value of working collaboratively to benefit research and

ublication

ublic engagement

5nterprise

&lobal citiDenship

for ma)imising the potential for impact. 8o-produces research outputs with supervisors+research leaders. "ecognises common+conflicting interests within own and adjacent disciplines+research areas. (nderstands the processes of publication and academic e)ploitation of research results. roduces some publishable material in print, electronic or other format. Is developing awareness of the range and diversity of outlets for publications. (nderstands and appreciates the value of engaging with the public, willingly participates. 0pen to influence of public interactions on own work. "esponds to local opportunities and e)isting activities, presents aspects of research at public events. 8reates ideas and identifies opportunities internally and e)ternally. 9evelops ideas in an innovative manner within own institution or e)ternally. (nderstands the process of commercial e)ploitation of research results. !earns of the value to academia of establishing relationships in business+commercial conte)t. Shows a broad understanding of the conte)t in which own research takes place, at the national and international level.