Events in June

Forthcoming Events

Mon 2nd June

Junkbusters: 3pm - 6pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.

LGBTQ+ Wellbeing drop in: 3:30pm - 7pm; Behind main reception, Guild of Students; Led by Birmingham LGBT sexual health team and supported by Umbrella, these drop-in sessions offer free support for LGBTQ+ students. You can access testing, advice and support, and pick up some freebies, as well as discovering other services.

Working effectively with your supervisor for PGRs: 5pm - 6:30pm; Online; Understand what to expect from the supervisor-researcher relationship as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) students and how to get the most from your supervisory team, and the support available to complement your supervision.

Tue 3rd June

Artisan Market: 1pm - 7pm; University Square; Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!

Pause@uni drop-in: 2pm - 6pm; No. 1 Lodge, North Gate; Pause@uni is a place for students aged up to the age of 25, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in without an appointment to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers.

Wed 4th June

Reading and note-making strategies for PGRs: noon - 1:30pm; Online; A huge quantity of reading is required for postgraduate research. This workshop helps you develop strategies to read effectively and efficiently, extracting the key information into your notes. Bring your own reading material to practise with!

Pause@UoB open house: 1pm - 2pm; No. 1 Lodge, North Gate; Ever wondered what Pause@UoB is like? Drop-in for our weekly open house to meet the team, explore the space, and ask any questions, without sessions running. We'll even put the kettle on!

Pause@uni drop-in: 2pm - 6pm; No. 1 Lodge, North Gate; Pause@uni is a place for students aged up to the age of 25, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in without an appointment to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers.

Introduction to AI tools for researchers: 4pm - 5pm; Online; Develop an understanding of the opportunities and risks of using AI tools in the research process as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) student.

Wednesday Crafternoon with Pause@UoB: 4pm - 7pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Join Pause@UoB for a relaxed afternoon getting creative with some free arts and crafts, and space to chat and relax.

Thu 5th June

Literature searching training for PGRs: 1pm - 3pm; Online; Develop a search strategy, use that to undertake a literature search, keep the resulting records of your search and get tips and techniques to maximise effectiveness, as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) student.

Pause@uni drop-in: 2pm - 6pm; No. 1 Lodge, North Gate; Pause@uni is a place for students aged up to the age of 25, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in without an appointment to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers.

Increasing your productivity for PGRs: 4pm - 5:30pm; Online; As Postgraduate Research (PGR) students, we cannot change the number of hours in a day, but we can use them as effectively as possible. This workshop encourages you to understand your own working preferences to be as productive as possible.

Comfort Zone with Pause@UoB: 5pm - 6pm; No. 1 Lodge, North Gate; Head to the No. 1 Lodge at North Gate for space to meet others, create, play and relax - or enjoy a free snack and a drink!

The Exchange X Barber LATES: Art, science and the natural world: 9pm - 11pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; The Exchange, The Barber Institute, and Vivid Projects team up for a playful and thought-provoking evening of art, creativity and conversation, inspired by René Magritte’s The Flavour of Tears. Come for the art, stay for the conversation!

Fri 6th June

Structuring your thesis for PGRs: noon - 1:30pm; Online; Already have some draft texts but unsure how these might fit together in a logical thesis structure? This highly interactive workshop for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students will cover common thesis structures and strategies for creating your own.

Sat 7th June

Valefest 2025: 7pm - 2am; The Vale Village; ValeFest is back with a bang on 7 June! Celebrate the end of the year with live music and performances, showcasing the best of student and local talent right on your doorstep! Tickets from £20.

Sun 8th June

Summer Festival of Music: University Folk Band at Power Folk: 5pm - 1am; Hockley Social Club, 60 Hampton Street, B19 3LU; You say Folk, they say Power! It’s time for the annual Power Folk festival, directed by local folk legend, Joe Broughton. Join the University Folk Band, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire Folk Band and local artists and bands! Tickets £2-£17.

Mon 9th June

Masters Consultancy Challenge: 9th June 3am - 26th June 3am; On campus; Work in interdisciplinary groups to solve a real-world business problem that an employer is facing with the Masters Consultancy Challenge. Develop your teamwork, commercial awareness, and pitching skills. Applications close 5 May.

The Birmingham Project: 9th June noon - 13th June 8pm; On campus; Build your teamwork and enterprise skills with an exciting one-week challenge for first year undergrads, developing innovative solutions to social or environmental issues in small groups with students from across campus. Enrol from 7 April 2025.

Careers Network's Garden Party: 2pm - 5pm; Green Heart; Pop by the Green Heart for a chance to relax, play games and enjoy a sweet treat, all while having access to our Careers team, who can support you over the summer and beyond. Come for the vibes, stay for the chat!

Sustainability Workshop using LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®: 2pm - 4pm; Room 112, Muirhead Tower; Join us for a fun and engaging session where you can learn more about Sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) using LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY®

The Big Birthday Bash: 2pm - 10pm; Green Heart; The University is 125 years old, and we're here to celebrate! On Monday and Tuesday, travel back in time and have fun like our students in 1900 would have, with a traditional helter skelter, swing boats, and side stalls!

Junkbusters: 3pm - 6pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.

Social Sport: Racquetball: 3pm - 4pm; Squash Courts, Sport & Fitness Centre; Enjoy some fun and informal racquetball in this session that is ideal for beginners! All equipment is provided, just book your place via the Sport & Fitness app.

Xtra Connections: 3pm - 7pm; Green Heart; “There are no strangers here, only friends you haven’t met yet” – W.B. Yeats. It’s never too late to meet new people – join us to make 'Xtra Connections' to meet students from across the University in a fun relaxed setting!

Youth Mental Health First Aid: 4pm - 7pm; Campus; This introductory three-hour certificated session raises awareness of young people’s mental health, delivered by a licenced MHFA England Trainer. Booking required.

UoB Xtra outdoor cinema: 5pm - 10pm; Green Heart; We're transforming campus into a giant FREE outdoor cinema! Bring your snacks and blankets and settle down to watch films chosen by you, the students.

Tue 10th June

5 Ways to Wellbeing: Giving Back – Random Acts of Kindness: 10th June midnight - 17th June 11pm; Dubai; Spread some positivity by sharing a random act of kindness that you have done for someone. Tag @uobdubai_studentexperience for a chance to win a prize!

Innovate for Impact Week: 10th June 3am - 12th June 3am; On campus; Are you ready to make a difference and create ideas that could change lives? Join forces with fellow students and academics to tackle real-world challenges through structured sessions and group work, working alongside leading academics. Open to all.

Introduction to Python Programming: 10am - 1pm; E-lab 1326; This hands-on session offers a beginner-friendly introduction to Python—one of the most versatile and in-demand programming languages today.

5 Ways to Wellbeing: Moodboard Workshop: noon - 2pm; Academic Skills Centre; Unleash your creativity and design your own moodboard! It’s your moodboard, your space, your way.

Emergency First Aid: noon - 7pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Learn essential skills in emergency first aid. This course will cover key topics such as adult resuscitation, burns, choking and shock as well as other protocols for adult casualties. Spaces are limited, so make sure to book your place!

Leading in Science & Engineering workshop with industry leaders(EPS): noon - 9pm; location will be confirmed to booked attendees; This workshop provides an introduction to some of the key leadership skills that are required for effective careers in Engineering and Physical Sciences.

Artisan Market: 1pm - 7pm; University Square; Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

Careers Network's Garden Party: 2pm - 5pm; Green Heart; Pop by the Green Heart for a chance to relax, play games and enjoy a sweet treat, all while having access to our Careers team, who can support you over the summer and beyond. Come for the vibes, stay for the chat!

Get into Education: Discover Your Path to Teaching: 2pm - 4pm; Innovation Lounge; Curious about a career that shapes the future? This vibrant, campus-wide session is designed for undergraduate students who are interested in making a real impact through education.

Global Celebration: 2pm - 8pm; Green Heart; Celebrate our diverse global community on campus! Enjoy fun, free activities, and sit back and be entertained by performances and film screenings.

Go Global Fair: 2pm - 7pm; Tent, Green Heart; Are you interested in having a global experience as part of your time at university or spending some time abroad for part of your course? Come to the Go Global Fair to find out about the exciting global opportunities available!

Henna workshop 1 @ Global Celebration: 2pm - 3pm; Green Heart (Tent); Experience this meditative and creative process first-hand with a trial application, leaving you with a stunning custom-design!

The Big Birthday Bash: 2pm - 10pm; Green Heart; The University is 125 years old, and we're here to celebrate! On Monday and Tuesday, travel back in time and have fun like our students in 1900 would have, with a traditional helter skelter, swing boats, and side stalls!

DESIblitz Bus Bhangra Experience Zone: 2:30pm - 7pm; University Square; Join us for an energetic and vibrant celebration of Punjabi culture with the DESIblitz Truck Art Bus! Step into our Bhangra Experience Zone!

Pets as Therapy dog session: 3pm - 5pm; Wolfson Room, Main Library; Join us to relax and play with some friendly dogs from Pets as Therapy!

The Philosophy Garden: When is nature art?: 3:30pm - 4:30pm; Winterbourne House & Gardens; What does respectful political engagement look like, in a deeply pluralistic society like ours? Head to Winterbourne for a free philosophy workshop for all ages, facilitated by UoB academics.

Final Year Transition Alumni Event (LES): 4pm - 6pm; Old Gym; Prepare your next steps beyond UoB with our LES Transition Event designed for final year students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences.

Henna workshop 2 @ Global Celebration: 4pm - 5pm; Green Heart (Tent); Experience this meditative and creative process first-hand with a trial application, leaving you with a stunning custom-design!

Soca Carnival @ Global Celebration: 4pm - 4:45pm; Green Heart; Returning for a second year, join dancers from ACE dance and music for a taste of SOCA CARNIVAL!

Unwind & Create: Pom-pom making workshop: 4pm - 6pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Come along to ‘Unwind and Create' in the Main Library Library Lounge where you can make cute pom-pom characters!

Glow Up: Invest in future you edition!: 5pm - 8:30pm; Lecture Theatre 1, Teaching & Learning building; Get ready for your next steps as you hear from our inspiring speakers and alumni about building your networks. Get an exclusive opportunity to ask questions and network with our speakers and like-minded students!

Summer Festival of Music: Big Band Come and Play: 5pm - 8pm; The Dome, Bramall Music Building; Join the Summer Festival Big Band! Bring your instrument, meet like-minded musicians, and play some great music together in this free workshop!

UoB Xtra outdoor cinema: 5pm - 10pm; Green Heart; We're transforming campus into a giant FREE outdoor cinema! Bring your snacks and blankets and settle down to watch films chosen by you, the students.

Soca Carnival @ Global Celebration: 5:30pm - 6:15pm; Green Heart; Returning for a second year, join dancers from ACE dance and music for a taste of SOCA CARNIVAL!

Henna workshop 3 @ Global Celebration: 6pm - 7pm; Green Heart (Tent); Experience this meditative and creative process first-hand with a trial application, leaving you with a stunning custom-design!

Social Sport: Kickboxing: 7pm - 8pm; Dojo, Sport & Fitness Centre; Take on some fitness-focused drills and exercises in this Kickboxing session that is ideal for beginners! All equipment is provided, just book your place via the Sport & Fitness app.

Social Sport: Racquetball: 7pm - 8pm; Squash Courts, Sport & Fitness Centre; Enjoy some fun and informal racquetball in this session that is ideal for beginners! All equipment is provided, just book your place via the Sport & Fitness app.

Learn to ride and basic bike skills: 8pm - 10pm; On campus; Ideal for total beginners, this course will teach you how to pedal a bike in an off-road environment, along with essential bike handling skills. Led by qualified instructors, this four session course is a great place to start.

Social Sport: Boxing: 8pm - 9pm; Dojo, Sport & Fitness Centre; Take on some fitness-focused drills and exercises in this Kickboxing session that is ideal for beginners! All equipment is provided, just book your place via the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 11th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

The Gamified Entrepreneur Training Workshop: 9am - 1pm; 0208; Step into the world of entrepreneurship through this high-energy, campus-wide session designed to spark your startup mindset.

Microsoft AI Prompt-a-Thon: noon - 4pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; This interactive workshop introduces you to Microsoft Copilot and the art of prompt crafting to get the best out of generative AI tools in your daily work and studies.

Careers Network's Garden Party: 2pm - 5pm; Green Heart; Pop by the Green Heart for a chance to relax, play games and enjoy a sweet treat, all while having access to our Careers team, who can support you over the summer and beyond. Come for the vibes, stay for the chat!

Have a go at Wheelchair Basketball: 2pm - 6pm; Chancellor's Court; We're setting up an outdoor Wheelchair Basketball court right in the middle of Chancellor's Court - come along and give it a go! This session is open to anyone who wants to try this fun and inclusive sport, whether you are a wheelchair user or not.

Sustainability in Action: Principles, Practice, and the Next Generation of Leaders: 2pm - 5pm; Harvard Lecture Theatre; This campus-wide session invites all students explores the principles of sustainability and their real-world applications across industries—both in the UAE and globally.

The Big Birthday Bash: 2pm - 10pm; Green Heart; The University is 125 years old, and we're here to celebrate! Wednesday takes a sporty vibe with the Campus 3k Your Way, including mini golf on the hill!

Top tips to effectively find or source work opportunities: 2pm - 3pm; 0208; This workshop will show you how to find work opportunities

Volunteer with Campus 3k your way!: 2pm - 6pm; On campus; Help deliver one of our favourite campus events! Build skills and experience in event delivery as our students, staff, and community make their way around campus in our inclusive event for all abilities.

Lapworth Museum Tour: 3pm - 4pm; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Not visited the Lapworth Museum of Geology yet? Join Museum staff and volunteers for a guided tour of the museum and discover our hidden gems on campus!

Campus 3k Your Way!: 3:30pm - 5pm; On campus; On your marks, get set, go! Run, walk, hop, skip, or wheel your way around the Edgbaston campus - it's 3k your way! Open to students and staff of all abilities, what better way to get some fresh air and be part of the campus community.

Zine Making and Collage Creations: 4pm - 7pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Join the Pause@uni team in a drop-in zine-making and collage afternoon.

5 Ways to Wellbeing: Summer Send Off: 5pm - 8pm; Atrium Space - Ground floor; Summer's here! Let’s kick it off with BBQs, games, freebies and good vibes!

Introduction to presentation skills: 5pm - 7pm; Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library; Are you a Postgraduate Researcher who wants to build your confidence in delivering presentations? This workshop covers the basics of a good presentation, including structure and visual aids. Get peer feedback on an informal presentation of your own.

PGT Academic Skills: Getting started with your dissertation: 5pm - 6pm; Online; Three advisors from the Academic Skills Centre will give you some top tips for acing the final hurdle of your postgraduate degree and tackle your dissertation questions. Join the Academic Skills Centre for a discussion about all-things dissertation,

UoB Xtra outdoor cinema: 5pm - 10pm; Green Heart; We're transforming campus into a giant FREE outdoor cinema! Bring your snacks and blankets and settle down to watch films chosen by you, the students.

Thinking of applying for a Masters after graduation? Explore benefits, funding and network with current PGTs: 5:30pm - 7pm; Room G11, Alan Walters building; Meet Careers Network and Postgraduate Recruitment team to find out the benefits of doing a Masters, explore courses and funding resources, as well as to ask questions to a panel of postgraduate students representing the five Colleges.

Social Sport: Badminton: 6pm - 10pm; Munrow Arena 3, Sport & Fitness Centre; Drop-in for a relaxed and informal badminton session! Sessions run each hour with all equipment provided. Come along to meet new people and get moving!

Social Sport: Basketball: 6pm - 10pm; Munrow Arena 3, Sport & Fitness Centre; Drop-in for a relaxed and informal basketball session! Sessions run each hour with all equipment provided. Come along to meet new people and get moving!

Social Sport: Football: 6pm - 8pm; Hockey Pitches, Bournbrook; Join Sport & Fitness for a kickabout this UoB Xtra! Drop in to one of our hour-long sessions for some fun and informal football, open to everyone, regardless of ability. All equipment is provided - just come dressed for being active.

Social Sport: Women's Football: 8pm - 9pm; Hockey Pitches, Bournbrook; Join Sport & Fitness for a kickabout this UoB Xtra! Our Women's Football session is a great opportunity to get moving and feel active, regardless of experience. All equipment is provided - just come dressed for being active.

Summer Festival of Music: Dreamscapes: 8pm - 10pm; Foyer, Bramall Music building; It’s the final free foyer gig of the academic year and Dreamscapes bring their genre-blurring sound to campus! Join us for a musical journey that shifts from serene and ambient to moments full of powerful prog-rock grooves. No booking needed.

Sports Ball 2025: 9pm - 2am; Luna Springs and Guild of Students; Celebrate a bumper year of sport with Sports Ball 2025, and enjoy a night to remember with your club mates as you dance the night away at Luna Springs, followed by an all out after party at the Guild! Tickets cost £27.50.

Thu 12th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

IFZA Interdisciplinary Hackathon Challenge: 9am - 5:30pm; Innovation Lounge; In this dynamic, real-world hackathon, student teams will work collaboratively to solve an interdisciplinary business challenge currently faced by IFZA.

Exploring Knowledge at Al Shinghda Museum: 11am - 4pm; Al Shinghda Museum - Meet at reception; A visit to Al Shinghda Museum, one of Dubai’s most historic and vibrant heritage sites. Nestled along the beautiful Dubai Creek, the museum will take us on a journey through the rich culture, traditions, and history that shaped the UAE.

Bag a Qual: Mental Health First Aid Training: 12th June noon - 13th June 5pm; 0209; An incredible opportunity to build your confidence and skills in supporting your own wellbeing and that of others around you.

Automated External Defibrillation (AED) course: 1pm - 6pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Defibrillator training, including basic life support, will give you the confidence to act quickly and effectively if someone has a cardiac arrest. You will learn how to operate a defibrillator and how to perform effective CPR.

German Career Roadshow: 1pm - 7pm; Teaching and Learning Building; Discover how you could work in Germany or with leading German companies, through workshops, talks, and activities to explore internships, careers, and other opportunities. Open to all students, this event is sponsored by the Goethe Institut.

Life Design for Birmingham Scholars: 1pm - 5pm; Beale Room, Aston Webb Building; Are you a Birmingham Scholar with big dreams and goals? It's time to turn those aspirations into reality with our exclusive training session inspired by Stanford University's renowned Life Design Lab methodology.

Pop-up activities in the Tent: 1pm - 8pm; Tent, Green Heart; Join us under the big tent in the Green Heart and try your hand at some fun, free drop-in activities!

Careers Network's Garden Party: 2pm - 5pm; Green Heart; Pop by the Green Heart for a chance to relax, play games and enjoy a sweet treat, all while having access to our Careers team, who can support you over the summer and beyond. Come for the vibes, stay for the chat!

The Big Birthday Bash: 2pm - 10pm; Green Heart; The University is 125 years old, and we're here to celebrate! Join us on campus for fun and games across the week. We're finishing up the week with unfiltered fun - come along and find your inner child with our inflatables and bungee trampolines!

LES Lapworth Oddities & Old Joe: a summer drawing session: 4pm - 5:30pm; On campus; Take a well-deserved break after exams and join us for a relaxed drawing session on campus for students in the College of Life & Environmental Sciences.

Pride and Play: 4pm - 6pm; Bournbrook pitches; Sport is for everyone - come along for some big, colourful and inclusive fun! From garden games to opportunities to meet our staff and teams and chat all things inclusion, there's something for everyone.

Unwind & Create: Pom-pom making workshop: 4pm - 6pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Come along to ‘Unwind and Create' in the Main Library Library Lounge where you can make cute pom-pom characters!

Youth Mental Health First Aid: 4pm - 7pm; On campus; This introductory three-hour certificated session raises awareness of young people’s mental health, delivered by a licenced MHFA England Trainer. Booking required.

Designing and presenting your poster at conferences: 5pm - 7pm; Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library; Learn how to maximise the opportunity to communicate your research in a highly visual way using a poster as a Postgraduate Researcher. Understand the nature of a poster session, how to create visual impact, and how to use PowerPoint in this context.

Student Association Awards Evening: 5pm - 8pm; Dubai; Calling all Students' Association Club Leaders and Student Reps, join us for an amazing evening to celebrate YOU!

UoB Xtra outdoor cinema: 5pm - 10pm; On campus; We're transforming campus into a giant FREE outdoor cinema! Bring your snacks and blankets and settle down to watch films chosen by you, the students.

Fri 13th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

LES Make a Difference: Research Spotlight Talks: noon - 8pm; Room LG18, Teaching and Learning Building; Students from Life and Environmental Sciences, get to grips with world-class research happening right here, in your College!

First Aid Society pop-up session: 1pm - 7pm; Tent, Green Heart; Do you know what to do in an emergency? Drop-in to learn some essential first aid skills and CPR with the First Aid Society.

Life Design for Birmingham Scholars: 1pm - 5pm; Beale Room, Aston Webb Building; Are you a Birmingham Scholar with big dreams and goals? It's time to turn those aspirations into reality with our exclusive training session inspired by Stanford University's renowned Life Design Lab methodology.

Pop-up activities in the Tent: 1pm - 8pm; Tent, Green Heart; Join us under the big tent in the Green Heart and try your hand at some fun, free drop-in activities!

Careers Network's Garden Party: 2pm - 5pm; Green Heart; Pop by the Green Heart for a chance to relax, play games and enjoy a sweet treat, all while having access to our Careers team, who can support you over the summer and beyond. Come for the vibes, stay for the chat!

Make your own personalised cushion covers: 2pm - 8pm; Green Heart (Tent); Add a unique, handmade touch to your space by personalising your own envelope-style cushion cover! We will provide fabric offcuts, a pre-cut initial of your choice and a sewing machine for you to stitch it all together!

The Big Birthday Bash: 2pm - 10pm; Green Heart; The University is 125 years old, and we're here to celebrate! Join us on campus for fun and games across the week. We're finishing up the week with unfiltered fun - come along and find your inner child with our inflatables and bungee trampolines!

ETextiles - soft circuit sewing session (11:30): 2:30pm - 4pm; Green Heart (Tent); Book your place to attend this hands-on, creative session which introduces you to the basics of e-textiles by guiding you through the process of creating a simple soft circuit.

Reviewing the literature for PGRs: 4pm - 5:30pm; Online; Understand how to create a quality literature review and effectively synthesise the literature you have read as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) student.

ETextiles - soft circuit sewing session (13:30): 4:30pm - 6pm; Green Heart (Tent); Book your place to attend this hands-on, creative session which introduces you to the basics of e-textiles by guiding you through the process of creating a simple soft circuit.

UoB Xtra outdoor cinema: 5pm - 10pm; Green Heart; We're transforming campus into a giant FREE outdoor cinema! Bring your snacks and blankets and settle down to watch films chosen by you, the students.

End of Year Luxury Dinner Cruise | A Night to Remember: 6pm - 9pm; Meeting point at reception; After a year of hard work, big achievements and unforgettable experiences, it's time to come together and celebrate.

ETextiles - soft circuit sewing session (15:30): 6:30pm - 8pm; Green Heart (Tent); Book your place to attend this hands-on, creative session which introduces you to the basics of e-textiles by guiding you through the process of creating a simple soft circuit.

Sat 14th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

Volunteer at the MS Walk Birmingham: 11am - 8pm; Birmingham city centre; Be part of something special and volunteer at MS Walk Birmingham. Join an incredible team of volunteers who will be helping to make MS Walk 2025 bigger and better than ever!

TEDx University of Birmingham Dubai: noon - 8pm; Dubai campus; Join us for our second TEDx University of Birmingham Dubai, this year's theme: Vitality!

How to say no to your phone: 4pm - 6pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; Inspired by the powerful themes in Adolescence and the empowering and practical guide, How to say no to your phone, this workshop feeds into the urgent conversation about phone use and online safety. Suitable for adults and young people over age 11.

Sun 15th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

5 Ways to Wellbeing: Quick Meals Masterclass: 11am - noon; Atrium Café, Ground Floor; Ready to discover the secrets of healthy, quick meals?

Mon 16th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

Impact Challenge: 16th June 3am - 20th June 3am; On campus; The Impact Challenge is an opportunity to work on a small group project tackling real-life problems set by an employer, and is open to Birmingham Scholars, disabled students, and those with a home address in an IMD Quintile 1. Apply by 24 April.

5 Ways to Wellbeing: Get Moving and Feel Great!: 11am - 3pm; Loco Bear; Join us at Locobear for a fun-filled day of activities that’ll lift your spirits and brighten your mood.

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Automated External Defibrillation (AED) course: 1pm - 6pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Defibrillator training, including basic life support, will give you the confidence to act quickly and effectively if someone has a cardiac arrest. You will learn how to operate a defibrillator and how to perform effective CPR.

Sustainability in Action training: 1pm - 3pm; On campus; Do you want to enhance your sustainability and climate change knowledge and learn more about the practical ways to be sustainable? Join us for Sustainability in Action training to learn more and be ready to act.

Making the most of conferences for PGRs: 2pm - 3:30pm; Online; This workshop will introduce practical tips for Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) preparing to attend a conference, attending and following up with actions to get the maximum value, including getting the most out of networking opportunities.

Junkbusters: 3pm - 6pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.

Reimagine Our Future: 4pm - 7pm; On campus; Calling all undergraduates - do you have the solution to address global sustainability? This four-day challenge will give you the training and support to propose a solution aligned with UN goals, working independently or as part of a team.

Starting to write for PGRs: 5pm - 7pm; Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library; This workshop provides an introduction to: the writing process, your knowledge of yourself as a writer, and strategies for planning and creating text, and is suitable for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students.

Wondrous Wander: Old Joe to Selly Oak campus via UoB’s Quaker connections: 6pm - 7:30pm; Meet at Old Joe; Join this popular guided tour from the Old Joe to the Selly Oak campus, learning about the connections between Quakerism and the early history of the University, led by Dr Rhiannon Grant (Department of Theology and Religion and Woodbrooke).

Tue 17th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Innovate for Impact Week: Presentations: 17th June 3am - 19th June 3am; On campus; For groups taking part in Innovate for Impact Week, it's time to share your ideas at one of our Ten Talks sessions to an audience of students, academics, and industry, using the skills we've built through our structured sessions with Careers Network.

Global Showcase: 10am - 6pm; Spanish steps; Celebrate our student's diversity at our annual global day

How to Kickstart your Graduate Journey: 2pm - 4pm; On campus; Final years, kickstart your graduate job search and explore exciting career opportunities! We'll myth-bust graduate jobs, applications, and what employers are really looking for, and support you with applying for live vacancies.

Ten Talks: The Future of Healthcare: 2:30pm - 4pm; Lecture Theatre, Physics West; Discover the answers to ten big questions that could change your lives, with with our free TED-style talks from leading Birmingham academics. In this session we explore whether we can achieve global universal healthcare, and just how safe surgery is.

Pause@uni Block Party: 3pm - 7pm; Outside No.1 Lodge, North Gate; Come join us for us an old school sports day packed full of games, freebies and fun.

College of Life and Environmental Sciences (LES) Garden Party: 4pm - 7pm; Undercroft, School of Biosciences; Enjoy an afternoon of fun, games and free food at our LES Garden Party.

Youth Mental Health First Aid: 4pm - 7pm; On campus; This introductory three-hour certificated session raises awareness of young people’s mental health, delivered by a licenced MHFA England Trainer.

Budgeting to thrive, not just survive: 5pm - 6pm; Online; Come and learn more about budgeting and how to thrive financially at University, not just survive.

Job hunting for those with 2+ years professional experience: 6pm - 8:30pm; Room G11, Alan Walters building; This event is for you if you are looking for jobs for after your course and have at least 2 years of professional work experience prior to your degree. Hear from experienced recruiters and alumni and discover how to make the most of your experiences.

Ten Talks: Our Digital Futures: 6pm - 7:30pm; Lecture Theatre, Physics West building; Discover the answers to ten big questions that could change your lives, with with our free TED-style talks from leading Birmingham academics. This session asks how we make sense of a changing digital world, and whether robots are the future.

Wed 18th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

The Discovery Freelancer Programme: 2pm - 4pm; Room LG12, Old Gym; Gain valuable insights into what it takes to start, grow, and succeed as a freelancer! Whether you're looking to launch a side business, or already running a venture, discover practical steps to take the next step in your journey.

Introduction to the Year Abroad for first years: 3pm - 4pm; Lecture Room 1, Arts building; Learn more about where you could go, how to apply, and how to spend your Summer and 2nd year preparing for a Year Abroad.

Thinking of doing a PhD after graduation?: 3pm - 4:30pm; Room UG05, Murray Learning Centre; If you're thinking of doing a PhD after graduations, this session delivered by Careers Network staff, Postgraduate Recruitment a panel of PhD students is perfect for you! You can explore reasons funding and network with current PhDs.

CMH Canal BoatTrip: 3:30pm - 6pm; Meet at Birmingham Medical School; Take a trip around the Birmingham canals with the CMH Student Experience Team! Enjoy a relaxed tour of the city's famous canals on this free trip, exclusively for students in the College of Medicine and Health.

EndNote Desktop Q&A session for PGRs: 4pm - 5pm; Online; Completed the Introduction to EndNote 21 Canvas course for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students and still have questions? Drop-in for an online Q&A with the Research Skills team.

Resilience Tree Workshop: 4pm - 7pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Join Pause@Uni for a creative drop-in session where you can draw your own 'Resilience Tree' to help recognise your strengths, wishes and goals and celebrate your emotional resilience.

Ten Talks: Evolution and Education - from dinosaurs to digital debates: 4pm - 5:30pm; Carroll Room (G15), Muirhead Tower; Discover the answers to ten big questions that could change your lives, with with our free TED-style talks from leading Birmingham academics. How do we manage smartphones in schools, and what was life like on the Jurassic Highway?

Ten Talks: Energy, the Universe, and Evolving Perspectives: 6pm - 7:30pm; Carroll Room (G15), Muirhead Tower; Discover the answers to ten big questions that could change your lives, with with our free TED-style talks from leading Birmingham academics. Today we explore decoding the expanding universe, and delve into changing thinking about energy.

Preparing for your viva for PGRs: 7pm - 8pm; Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library; The viva is an important part of the assessment for your Postgraduate Research (PGR) programme - find out what to expect and demystify the process with some practical activities to help you prepare.

Thu 19th June

LES Campus Quest: a geocaching trail: 10th June 1pm - 19th June 6pm; On campus; Step outside and explore campus with our geocaching trail for students in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences!

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Birmingham Gives: 19th June noon - 21st June midnight; Various; Help celebrate our 125th anniversary by playing a part in our first giving day; Birmingham Gives! Save the date for this 36 hour around-the-clock event, and help spread the word so that as many people as possible get involved with Birmingham Gives.

LES Make a Difference: Research Spotlight Talks: 1pm - 8pm; Room LG18, Teaching and Learning Building; Students from Life and Environmental Sciences, get to grips with world-class research happening right here, in your College!

Study in Dubai: 3pm - 4pm; Arts Lecture Room 1; See if you're eligible to study abroad at our campus in Dubai!

Ten Talks: Europe’s Future - navigating Trumpism, gender, and generational divides: 4pm - 5:30pm; Carroll Room (G15), Muirhead Tower; Discover the answers to ten big questions that could change your lives, with with our free TED-style talks from leading Birmingham academics. Our final session considers the impacts of Trump's politics on Europe and gender and generation in politics.

Funding your Postgraduate study: 5pm - 6pm; Online; Are you considering postgraduate study at the University? From loans to scholarships, part-time work to budgeting, there's a lot to think about. Come and learn more about how to fund your continuing study at the University.

Birmingham Gives Quiz: 9:30pm - 11:30pm; Bratby Bar, Staff House; Test your knowledge with the first ever Birmingham Gives Quiz! Team up with fellow students, staff, and alumni for an evening of friendly competition across categories including music, sport, history, and more – all with a Birmingham theme!

World Refugee Week celebrations: 9:30pm - 11pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; Enjoy a special evening in partnership with Birmingham-based organisations supporting refugees. Through stories, music and art, we’ll celebrate the contributions of refugees and stand together in advocating for their rights and protection worldwide.

Grad Ball 2025: 10pm - 3:30am; On campus; End the year in style with the Guild of Students' Grad Ball 2025! Are you ready for the party of the year?

Fri 20th June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Festival of Innovation: 1pm - 8pm; On campus; Join Careers Network for our first ever Festival of Innovation, an exciting celebration of student innovation at UoB! Hear from inspiring speakers, explore the exhibition, and build your networks over lunch.

Pride & Prejudice in the Winterbourne Gardens: 10:30pm - 1am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with Illyria’s critically-acclaimed production of the glorious social comedy, Pride and Prejudice. Enjoy a summer evening of theatre on the lawns of Winterbourne. Student tickets cost £16.

Sat 21st June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Come to Campus Community Festival: 2pm - 8pm; On campus; In 2025, the University of Birmingham turns 125, and we’re inviting you to our special celebration weekend! Explore a fantastic lineup of free events, including captivating talks, campus tours, live performances, and family-friendly activities.

125 Anniversary Concert: 9:45pm - 1am; Green Heart; Experience the thrill of live music with a special Brummie twist; from the music of ELO to Elgar, pop to rock, classical to folk, and everything in between, we celebrate the music of Birmingham and its people. Book your FREE tickets now!

Sun 22nd June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Mon 23rd June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Level Up with LinkedIn Learning: 1:30pm - 2:30pm; Online; Make the most of your FREE University of Birmingham LinkedIn Learning account! Explore how you can use the platform to develop essential skills you need now and in the workplace, with first-hand experiences from fellow students.

Junkbusters: 3pm - 6pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.

Community Organising: How you can make change happen: 5pm - 7pm; On campus; If you’d like to learn how you can drive change and tap into people power, this interactive workshop run by Citizens UK is for you.

Summer Festival of Music: University String Orchestra: 9pm - 9:45pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; This student-directed orchestra brings together string players from across campus to share their love of music and passion for performing. Enjoy music from Elgar, Respighi, and Hans Zimmer's Pirates of the Caribbean score. Free, no booking needed.

Tue 24th June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

BEAR Challenge 2025: 24th June noon - 26th June 8pm; Main Lecture Theatre and study space, Aston Webb building; Have you got what it takes to tackle real world AI problems? This supercomputing challenge for undergraduate and postgraduate taught students starts with a crash course for beginners, ready for challenges in conjunction with industry experts!

EPS PGRs Go Malvern Hills: noon - 8pm; Coach collection location will be confirmed upon reserving your ticket; Join fellow EPS Postgraduate Research students for a free, one-day trip to the beautiful Malvern Hills. Take a mindful break, enjoy nature, and connect with your postgraduate community.

Postgraduate Research Festival 2025: 4pm - 8pm; Teaching and Learning Building; Explore the remarkable achievements of our postgraduate research community over the past 125 years, from personal stories and milestones, through to the cutting-edge research taking place today. Open to all students and staff.

Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars: 4pm - 5pm; The Dome, Bramall Music Building; University Music Scholars - part of Summer Festival of Music 2025. In this lunchtime concert a selection of scholars perform repertoire of their own choice and showcase their talents.

Wed 25th June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Emergency First Aid: noon - 7pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Learn essential skills in emergency first aid. This course will cover key topics such as adult resuscitation, burns, choking and shock as well as other protocols for adult casualties. Spaces are limited, so make sure to book your place!

Mandala Drawing Workshop: 4pm - 7pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Join Pause@UoB for a creative Workshop where you get the space to experience a sense of calm whilst drawing your own mandala.

Microsoft AI Prompt-a-Thon: 4pm - 8pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; This interactive workshop introduces you to Microsoft Copilot and the art of prompt crafting to get the best out of generative AI tools in your daily work and studies.

Summer Festival of Music: University Music mini recitals: 4pm - 5pm; The Dome, Bramall Music Building; University Music, Members Performance Platform at Summer Festival of Music. A selection of members of University Music perform solo and duo repertoire in this informal lunchtime concert.

Classics 125: Birmingham Past: 5pm - 6:45pm; On campus; Celebrate 125 years of Classics at Birmingham with a packed programme. This session explores the teaching of Classics here at Birmingham, with our expert panel sharing key figures from the department's history.

PGT Academic Skills: Research skills and tools for your dissertation: 5pm - 6:30pm; Online; Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop to help you get the most out of Library resources and reference (EndNote) software, followed by a Q&A.

Writing clearly and concisely for PGRs: 6:30pm - 8pm; Online; Sharpen up your writing to communicate your research and ideas more effectively as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) student. It will be most useful for those who have draft texts.

Classics 125: Birmingham Present: 7:15pm - 8:30pm; On campus; 125 years on, what does it mean to study Classics at Birmingham? Natalie Haynes, Peter Somner, Dr Polly Stoker, and Prof Patrick Finglass offer their personal perspectives in this panel discussion.

Summer Festival of Music: Birmingham Symphonic Brass: 9pm - 9:45pm; Chancellor's Court; Join Birmingham Symphonic Brass for a summer evening performance. Bring your drinks and snacks for some light entertainment to start your evening! Free, no booking needed.

Classics 125: Public lecture with Professor Alice Roberts: 9:30pm - 10:30pm; On campus; What is the interface between sciences and the humanities, and what is the place of Classics in a civic university today? Join Professor Alice Roberts, our Professor of Public Engagement with Science, to delve into classics in the modern world.

Thu 26th June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Neighbourhood Futures Festival: 26th June 1pm - 29th June 8pm; Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre @ Edgbaston Reservoir; A four-day festival embracing nature, in the heart of Brum! Thought-provoking activity, conversation, action, art & performance focused on community wellbeing & climate change, exploring how we can combat global issues within our own neighbourhoods!

Eco-poetry workshop with Cherry Doyle: 3pm - 4:30pm; Room LG03, Teaching and Learning Building; Fall in love with nature through the power of poetry. Get your creative juices flowing, learn more about nature, practice your poetry and get inspired! Join our eco-poetry workshop and celebrate the biodiversity of our wonderful Edgbaston campus.

Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices: 4pm - 5pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; Join us for the final concert of the academic year with a programme that reflects the hazy beauty and joy of a summer’s day. Summer Festival Voices and their student conductors will fill the air with the sweet sounds of the season. Free, no booking n

What is Citation Justice?: 5pm - 6pm; Online; Delve into the conversation of Citation Justice, exploring the role of influence and power in who we cite and, and how bias in this area can occur and be addressed. This workshop is for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students.

Fri 27th June

Sustainability Engagement micro internships: 16th June noon - 27th June 8pm; Various locations; If you’re passionate about sustainability we may just have the perfect work experience opportunity for you during UoB Xtra! Apply now!

Junkbusters: 3pm - 6pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.

Lapworth Museum Tour: 3pm - 4pm; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Not visited the Lapworth Museum of Geology yet? Join Museum staff and volunteers for a guided tour of the museum and discover our hidden gems on campus!

Mon 30th June

Getting your thesis ready for PGRs: 1pm - 3pm; Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library; For Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) approaching the final stages of preparing their thesis (4-6 months from submission), this workshop covers thesis presentation, the submission process and copyright considerations.

Junkbusters: 3pm - 6pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.

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