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Forthcoming Events

Fri 16th May

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva for PGRs
1pm - 2pm
Online
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.
A student working on a laptop and writing in a notebook Reviewing the literature for PGRs
1pm - 3pm
Room 122, Muirhead Tower
Understand how to create a quality literature review and effectively synthesise the literature you have read as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) student.

Mon 19th May

A student sat in a relaxed chair working on a laptop Structuring your thesis for PGRs
5pm - 7pm
Room 122, Muirhead Tower
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.

Tue 20th May

A student on their phone in a social space Planning for success for PGRs
5pm - 7pm
Room 122, Muirhead Tower
Designed primarily for Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) in the very early stages of their research programme (approximately during the first three months), this workshop cover research project management techniques.

Thu 22nd May

A student studying in a library full of books. PGR Shut Up and Work
12:30pm - 7:30pm
PGR SUAW Teams site
Monthly online co-working sessions for PGRs. Stay focussed and productive, and take breaks together in a supportive online community.
A person sat down, looking down at their laptop appearing to be working/studying PGR Shut Up and Work
12:30pm - 7:30pm
Online
Join monthly online co-working sessions to stay focussed and productive, and take breaks together in a supportive online community.
A student speaks to a staff member at a stand in the Great Hall Making the most of conferences for PGRs
6pm - 8pm
Room 122, Muirhead Tower
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.
A projector beams light into dusty air, creating light trails PGR Film Club
9:30pm - 12:30am
Westmere House
Settle in for a PGR-led monthly Film Club for postgraduate researchers. Join us to watch a film and chat about it!
Line of red cinema/lecture room seats PGR Film Club
9:30pm - midnight
Westmere House, 50 Edgbaston Park Road Birmingham B15 2RA
A PGR-Led Monthly Film Club for postgraduate researchers. Join us to watch a film and chat about it!

Wed 28th May

A student wearing headphones stands at a PC in the library Reading and note-making strategies for PGRs
5pm - 7pm
Room 122, Muirhead Tower
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!

Thu 29th May

A student smiles whilst working on a laptop Writing clearly and concisely for PGRs
1pm - 3pm
Room 122, Muirhead Tower
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.

Mon 2nd June

Two students in lab coats look at something together 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.

Wed 4th June

A student wearing headphones stands at a PC in the library 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!
Two students look at a phone showing a scientific diagram 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.

Thu 5th June

A staff member sits working at a laptop in a café space 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.
A student smiles sitting at a desk 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.

Fri 6th June

A student sat in a relaxed chair working on a laptop 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.

Mon 9th June

Three students sit chatting on a bench on a sunny day 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.

Wed 11th June

Two staff members chat in a meeting room 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.
ASC staff member delivering a workshop. 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,

Thu 12th June

Three students sit chatting in front of a poster display board 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.

Fri 13th June

A student working on a laptop and writing in a notebook 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.
drinks being cheered 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.

Mon 16th June

A student speaks to a staff member at a stand in the Great Hall 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.
A student writing in a notebook in a study space 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.

Wed 18th June

A student leans over a laptop in concentration 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.
A person sits at a table 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.

Wed 25th June

ASC staff member delivering a workshop. 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.
A student smiles whilst working on a laptop 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.

Thu 26th June

A student looks up at another student, whilst sat studying 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.

Mon 30th June

A student sits at a laptop, in conversation 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.

Tue 1st July

Two students look at a phone showing a scientific diagram 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.

Wed 9th July

ASC staff member delivering a workshop. PGT Academic Skills: Dissertation Writing - Secondary Research
5pm - 6:30pm
Online
Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop, where we’ll look at the approaches you can take to writing up your research, followed by a Q&A where you can ask any questions related to this topic.

Thu 17th July

A student and staff member sit at a table in conversation Raise your research profile for PGRs
1pm - 3pm
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
This workshop for Postgraduate Research (PGR)students introduces the concept of a research profile and their importance within the research landscape. Through a series of practical activities, you'll learn how to enhance your profile as a researcher.

Mon 21st July

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva for PGRs
4pm - 5pm
Online
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.

Wed 23rd July

ASC staff member delivering a workshop. PGT Academic Skills: Dissertation writing - primary research
5pm - 6:30pm
Online
Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop, where we’ll look at the approaches you can take to writing up your research, followed by a Q&A where you can ask any questions related to this topic.

Tue 12th August

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva for PGRs
3pm - 4pm
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.

Wed 13th August

A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready for PGRs
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.

Wed 20th August

Tutor talking to student PGT Academic Skills: Editing and proofreading your dissertation
1:30pm - 3pm
ASC Training Room, 1st Floor of Main Library
Join the Academic Skills Centre for this in-person workshop on editing and proofreading your dissertation.

Tue 16th September

A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready for PGRs
5pm - 7pm
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.

Thu 18th September

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva for PGRs
1pm - 2pm
Online
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.
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