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Published by UK Point and Doctoral Studies Office, contact: info@cuni.cz

November 2025

Doctoral Study Hub

for Doctoral Candidates

Dear Doctoral Candidates,

This month, we are pleased to offer a wide range of courses and events designed to support you—not only in your research and studies, but also in maintaining your well-being. Whether you're looking to sharpen your academic skills or simply take a moment to recharge, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available.

We also share an important update from the university leadership: The Academic Senate of Charles University has elected Professor Jiří Zima as the new Rector. In February 2026, he will succeed the current Rector, Milena Králíčková.

Kind regards,

Your Doctoral Study Hub Team

Introduction to CU for PhD candidates

NOV 5 This session of Onboarding course introduces doctoral candidates at Charles University to key study regulations, support structures, funding opportunities and much more to navigate your PhD journey with confidence.

Self-Care on Daily Bases & Minduful Scrolling

NOV 6; NOV 19 We warmly invite to our November seminars held in English: How to Self-Care on Daily Bases and Swipe, Stress Scroll: Mental Health in Digital Era. More info and registration is on the Carolina Centre website.

Stop by on your way to the lecture or lunch and give hope

NOV 11 Stop by on your way to the lecture and give hope! You don’t have to come to UK Point Hall just for student ID cards—this time, you’ll have the chance to learn a lot about bone marrow donation directly from the staff of a transplant center and even enter the donor registry.

Survival Czech 2

NOV 11–NOV 12 Last vacancies for the language webinar! If you want to improve your basics in Czech, join our follow-up course for total beginners! This session is focused on time expressions, daily activities and apologies! Join us on Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:00!

Doctoral Peer Club: Share Your Introduction

NOV 18 Dissertation, scientific article, conference contribution; Bring a piece of your academic text, join our coaching, and gain feedback! This session is focused on the introductory content of your text.

Workshop Impact of Science on Policy and Society – UN SDGs

NOV 19 Join us for an event on the Sustainable Development Goals at Kampus Hybernská, organised in collaboration with the United Nations. The session will also focus on the crucial role of research in achieving them.

AI and Ethics in Research for Ph.D.

DEC 1 Use generative AI responsibly in research: ethics basics, handling personal data, copyright, and AI for writing and publishing. We invite you to a webinar intended mainly for English-speaking students.

Doctoral Peer Club: Titel & Abstract

DEC 12 Are you not sure about your academic writing? Bring a piece of you academic work, join our coaching, and gain feedback! This session is focused on considering a clear, effective titles and abstracts.

A new early childhood center at Charles University

Charles University’s new early childhood center is opening its doors to children aged 1 - 6 from staff families. Come visit during our open house days - and don’t forget to enroll!

Useful Information

The new Charles University mobile app is here!

Your timetable, courses, grades, exams, news, and campus map – all in one place. Coming soon: integration with canteens and the library. CU at your fingertips.

Proofreading Service for Academic Texts

Troubles with grammar, style, and spelling in your dissertation or research article? Don't be concerned about language in your academic texts and keep writing!

Giving Tuesday

Join the university-wide festival of goodness! CU is organizing events for students, staff, and the wider public. Together, we’ll show that even a small gesture can make a big impact.