Events in August

Mon 3rd August

A student in a coffee shop Meet our UK Postgraduates: Q&A Panel
2pm - 3pm
Online
Join us for an engaging Q&A panel featuring current UK postgraduate students from the University of Birmingham.
A child holds a bee made of pipe cleaners Summer of Bees: Bee-Crafty
2pm - 7pm
Winterbourne House & Gardens
We’re celebrating a Summer of Bees here at Winterbourne! Step into our buzzing family craft space this summer – a hive of bee-themed activity for children of all ages. £3 per child, plus normal admission. No pre-booking required, just pay on the day!
Five students sat outside UK Work Visas: What you need to know with Ward Hadaway Law Firm
3:30pm - 4pm
Room LG18, Teaching and Learning Building
Are you an international student, graduate or postgrad researcher interested in working in the UK after your studies or research? Join this 30-minute informative session with Ward Hadaway to learn about the UK's four main post-study work visa routes.
A student in conversation with unseen people UK Work Visas: Advice Clinic with Ward Hadaway Law Firm
4pm - 5pm
Teaching and Learning Building
Do you have questions about your post-study visa options in the UK? Drop-in to our visa advice clinic to speak directly with an immigration specialist from Ward Hadaway.

Tue 4th August

Students sat on a wall chatting Meet our international Postgraduates: Q&A panel
2pm - 3pm
Online
Join us for an engaging Q&A panel featuring current international postgraduate students from the University of Birmingham.
A student at a laptop Get application ready – Learn how to perfect your CV with UBS
3pm - 4:30pm
Online
Keen to learn what UBS' recruiters are looking for? Want to stand out from the crowd and make your mark? We’re excited to bring you an interactive skills session series, designed to help you get recruitment ready.
A student working on a laptop under a tree Academic English Skills: The language of literature reviews
4pm - 6pm
Online
Join Academic English Skills sessions exclusively for PGR students. Today's session focuses on selecting resources and reviewing them critically for your thesis.
Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
8pm - 8:40pm
Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Badminton for the first time or a regular player, Social Sport sessions are open to all. Just book your place and come along - we'll provide all the equipment! Student spaces cost £4 - book via the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 5th August

A vintage map of North Wales Lapworth Family Fun Day: Magnificent Maps
1pm - 8pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Join us for a free family fun event with fun, creative and practical activities all about maps and geography. All activities are drop-in and there is a suitable activity for every age group!
A student smiles whilst working on a laptop Get assessment ready – Dive into online assessments and video interviews with UBS
3pm - 4:30pm
Online
Keen to learn what UBS' recruiters are looking for? Want to stand out from the crowd and make your mark? We’re excited to bring you an interactive skills session series, designed to help you get recruitment ready.
Two students chatting on stairs Postgraduate Q&A - Chat to us!
4pm - 5pm
Online
Join this session to speak to the postgraduate team about postgraduate study at the University of Birmingham!

Thu 6th August

A student writing in a notebook in a study space Academic English Skills: Writing critically
4pm - 6pm
Online
Join Academic English Skills sessions exclusively for PGR students. Today's session focuses on how to express critical thinking in your writing.

Fri 7th August

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
4:15pm - 5:15pm
Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Mon 10th August

A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready
1pm - 3pm
Online
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.

Tue 11th August

A student on a laptop Get career ready – Build skills that'll help transition from campus to corporate
3pm - 4:30pm
Online
Keen to learn what our recruiters are looking for? Want to stand out from the crowd and make your mark? UBS are excited to bring you an interactive skills session series, designed to help you get recruitment ready.
Two people chatting at a laptop Academic English Skills: Proofreading, polishing, and use of AI
4pm - 6pm
Online
Join Academic English Skills sessions exclusively for PGR students. Today's session focuses on understanding how to proofread and polish the language of your thesis using generative AI tools in ethical and acceptable ways.
Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
8pm - 8:40pm
Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Badminton for the first time or a regular player, Social Sport sessions are open to all. Just book your place and come along - we'll provide all the equipment! Student spaces cost £4 - book via the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 12th August

A student smiles whilst working on a laptop Get interview ready with SEO London – Gain tips on how to impress at your assessment day
3pm - 4:30pm
Online
Keen to learn what UBS' recruiters are looking for? Want to stand out from the crowd and make your mark? We’re excited to bring you an interactive skills session series, designed to help you get recruitment ready.
Three students chatting Your PhD - A PhD Student Guide
3pm - 4pm
Online
Join this session to hear directly from current PhD students as they share their experiences of doctoral research at the University of Birmingham.
A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva
6pm - 7pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
The viva is an important part of the assessment for your programme. Attend this workshop in the months approaching your viva to do some practical activities to help you prepare.

Fri 14th August

The Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room Shut Up and Work for early career researchers
12:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Work on your own writing, planning or literature discovery in a quiet but supportive environment. There will be time to set targets at the beginning of the day and there will be regular planned breaks to enable you to network or take a walk.
People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
4:15pm - 5:15pm
Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Tue 18th August

Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
8pm - 8:40pm
Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Badminton for the first time or a regular player, Social Sport sessions are open to all. Just book your place and come along - we'll provide all the equipment! Student spaces cost £4 - book via the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 19th August

Two students walking across campus chatting Postgraduate Q&A - Chat to us!
4pm - 5pm
Online
Join this session to speak to the postgraduate team about postgraduate study at the University of Birmingham!
Two students look at a laptop together PGT Summer Series: Editing and proofreading your dissertation
5pm - 6:30pm
Online
If you've recently finished a full or partial draft of your dissertation, then this workshop will provide guidance on how to approach editing and proofreading. Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop.

Fri 21st August

Two students look at a leaflet with a staff member Drug and alcohol information with Aquarius
3pm - 5pm
Reception, Guild of Students
Come chat with the Aquarius team! They'll be popping up in Guild Reception with lots of great information and advice on drug and alcohol use and how to support yourself and your peers.
People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
4:15pm - 5:15pm
Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.

Mon 24th August

Two students look at a leaflet together Blood donation drive
4:50pm - 10:20pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Sport & Fitness have joined the NHS for a blood donation drive in Slater Hall! If you are eligible to give blood, you can save up to three lives in one hour. Booking is essential, sign up now.

Tue 25th August

Two students look at pottery items at a market stall Artisan Market
1pm - 7pm
University Square
Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!
Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
8pm - 8:40pm
Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Badminton for the first time or a regular player, Social Sport sessions are open to all. Just book your place and come along - we'll provide all the equipment! Student spaces cost £4 - book via the Sport & Fitness app.

Fri 28th August

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
4:15pm - 5:15pm
Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts Jummah prayers. The speakers vary from week to week, and there are prayer facilities available for both brothers and sisters, Alhamdulilah. These prayers are organised by the Islamic Society.
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