Training elements and concepts
* Glass-Care’s training includes scientific training and the development of transferable skills

* Each DC undertakes a research project, allocating 75% of their time (135 ECTS) to original research related to their doctoral thesis

* The remaining 25% of time (45 ECTS) are devoted to structured technical training, consisting of network-wide courses and individualized program- tailored to the specific needs of the DC project

* Transferable skills including open science practices, leadership and research ethics are developed through doctoral school courses and online training modules

* Three types of training elements are provided:
* Each DC will co-create a personalised Career Development Plan (CDP) with their supervisory team.

* The training activities for each PhD/DC project are included in the Individual Training Portfolio (ITP)

In addition to the local university degree, the consortium awards a ‘Glass-Care certificate’ to students who meet excellence standards, which include 2 research presentations at international conferences, 3 publications (two-first author), and outstanding engagement in network meetings and courses. 

This certificate serves as a letter of endorsement for the future career prospects and will be signed by the coordinating team and the supervisory members.