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Tue 3rd December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Working effectively with your supervisor for PGRs
10am - 11:30am
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.
Cosy Christmas crochet
1pm - 2pm
Library Lounge, Main Library
Head to the Library Lounge for some cosy crochet with Library Services. All abilities welcome and all materials provided - just come along!
Interview Skills: Top Tips for Postgrads
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
Understand more about interview situations both within and beyond academia, and know how to manage yourself and do yourself justice in interviews. This event counts as one of the Masterclasses for the Postgraduate Professional Development Award.
Library Tour Drop-Ins
1pm - 1:20pm
Main Library
Get an essential introduction to Main Library with one of our drop-in tours.
Literature searching training for PGRs
2pm - 4pm
Online
Get hints and tips for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students to help you plan your search strategy and manage the results.
Holiday Classics at the Museum: the Sekine Quartet
6pm - 7:30pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Get into the festive spirit at the Lapworth Museum, where the magic of the season meets the museum’s fascinating exhibits, including Roary the Allosaurus. It’s an unforgettable way to experience Christmas classics like never before!
Holiday Classics at the Museum: the Sekine Quartet
8pm - 9:30pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Get into the festive spirit at the Lapworth Museum, where the magic of the season meets the museum’s fascinating exhibits, including Roary the Allosaurus. It’s an unforgettable way to experience Christmas classics like never before!
Wed 4th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Christmas Market
10am - 8pm
University Square
We’re bringing a little magic to campus with a Christmas Market featuring unique handmade gifts, and delicious sweet treats to get everyone in the festive spirit!
Development needs analysis for PGRs
10am - noon
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
The Development Needs Analysis (GRS1) form is a mandatory requirement of Postgraduate Research (PGR) programmes and must be completed annually. This practical workshop supports the process and supports you in identifying your development needs.
Christmas Craft Fair
11am - 3pm
Bramall Music Building
Our brand new Christmas Craft Fair showcases items hand made by our students, staff and alumni. Browse the stalls and meet some of campus' most talented members!
Christmas Marquee
11am - 4:30pm
Chancellor's Court
Head to Chancellor's Court for some festive fun, with Christmas arts and crafts, a photobooth for souvenir snaps, and of course - Santa himself!
The Big Wheel
4th December 11am - 6th December 6pm
University Square
Take a ride on our FREE big wheel and see campus like you've never seen it before! Open 11:00-18:00, enjoy a ride between studying, or head down as the sun sets for an illuminated ride.
Using EndNote Q&A session for PGRs
11am - noon
Online
Completed the EndNote training and got questions? Join a question and answer session with the Research Skills Team. This session is for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students.
Christmas at the OLRC
noon - 2pm
OLRC, Selly Oak campus
Join staff and students at the Orchard Learning Resource Centre (OLRC) on the Selly Oak campus for some seasonal fun and creativity.
Wednesday Crafternoon with Pause
1pm - 4pm
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.
Crafting Portraits with Marley Starskey Butler
2pm - 4pm
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Step into the world of photo portraiture with award-winning artist Marley Starskey Butler. Perfect for beginners, this student workshop requires no prior photography experience. Just bring your phone and get ready to take some photos!
LGBTQ+ Christmas Coffee Social
2pm - 4pm
Beorma Bar, Guild of Students
Your LGBTQ+ Officer Trinity invites you for Christmas social! Decorate cookies, enjoy some drinks and snacks, and meet other LGBTQ+ students on campus.
International Student Board Game Cafe
3pm - 5pm
Costa Coffee, University Square
Game On! We are inviting our international students to an exciting Board Game Cafe! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just here for the fun, there’s plenty of room for everyone!
PGR Christmas on Campus Meet-up
3:30pm - 5:30pm
Chancellor's Court
Join your UGS Scholars and PGR community for Christmas on Campus! We'll meet and go to the event together for a festive social.
Express English: Writing reflectively for Arts and Social Sciences
4pm - 5pm
Lecture Theatre 6, Strathcona
Express English is a dynamic and interactive session for international students to enhance a particular aspect of their English language. This week's topic is Writing reflectively for Arts and Social Sciences.
Strike
4pm - 6pm
Bournbrook 3G
Support UoB Football in their biggest event of the year, as the Men’s 1s & Women’s 1s both take on their respective Cambridge teams under the lights! Performances and plenty more entertainment will round out a night of fun, football & festivities!
Christmas light switch-on
5pm - 5:15pm
Chancellor's Court
3, 2, 1... it's Christmas! Join us for our annual Christmas light switch-on in Chancellor's Court.
University Carol Service
6:15pm - 7:30pm
Great Hall, Aston Webb building
The annual University Carol Service returns, with a Christmas celebration in the Great Hall. With music from the University Upper Voices choir, it is a much loved tradition amongst the campus community. Doors open 17:30.
Quiz Night at the Lapworth Museum
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Get ready for an exciting evening of trivia where you can test your knowledge across a variety of fun categories, all while surrounded by the museum's fascinating exhibits. Come with friends, family or solo - book your tickets now!
Thu 5th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Comfort Zone with Pause
2pm - 3pm
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!
(Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
3pm - 5pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we bake, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
LES: The Polar Express film screening
3:15pm - 5pm
Room LG12, Old Gym
Students in Life & Environmental Sciences, settle down for a cosy afternoon watching The Polar Express (2004) with hot chocolate and popcorn. Places are limited, so make sure to book now!
Library Tour Drop-Ins
5pm - 5:20pm
Main Library
Get an essential introduction to Main Library with one of our drop-in tours.
PGR Film Club
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Westmere House
A PGR-Led Monthly Film Club for postgraduate researchers. Join us to watch a film and chat about it! December is our Christmas special, with a festive film choice to celebrate the season.
Fri 6th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Rise and Shine yoga at grounded.
8:30am - 9:30am
grounded. Selly Oak, Bournbrook Road
Get your day off to the best possible start with Harriette's Rise and Shine yoga at grounded. Selly Oak. Book your place now.
(Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
1pm - 3pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we bake, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
University Brass Band and Chamber Choirs
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
The University Brass Band give their first performance under the baton of their new musical director, Stephen Kane, in this joint concert with our student-led, unauditioned chamber choirs. Tickets £5 (plus booking fee).
Sat 7th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Christmas in Selly Oak Park
2:30pm - 6pm
Selly Oak Park, Gibbins Road
The Friends of Selly Oak Park are getting into the festive spirit, with a Christmas Decoration workshop using materials from the park at 14:30 in the Scout Hut, and Carols in the Park outside the Park Keepers' Lodge, gathering at 16:30.
Symphony Orchestra and String Orchestra
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Join the University’s Symphony Orchestra for all the bombast and romance of Verdi, Puccini, and Mascagni, alongside intimate gems by our student-conducted String Orchestra. Tickets £5 (plus booking fee).
Sun 8th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Philharmonic Orchestra
3pm - 5pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
All roads lead to Rome, they say - so join us on the Appian Way this afternoon as we delve into Respighi’s masterpiece, alongside familiar favourites from blockbusters The Godfather and Cinema Paradiso. Tickets £5 (plus booking fee).
Mon 9th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
The Big Wheel
9th December 11am - 13th December 6pm
University Square
Take a ride on our FREE big wheel and see campus like you've never seen it before! Open 11:00-18:00, enjoy a ride between studying, or head down as the sun sets for an illuminated ride.
LGBTQ+ Wellbeing drop in
12:30pm - 4pm
Lodge, North Gate
Led by Birmingham LGBT and supported by Umbrella, these drop-in sessions offer free sexual health and rapid HIV testing, wellbeing support and signposting. No appointments necessary - just come along.
Mindful & Merry
2pm - 4pm
Beorma Bar, Guild of Students
Meet other disabled students at this Christmas craft session with your Disabled Students' Officer, Abby. The event is open to all disabled students, regardless of whether your disability is visible, invisible, or disclosed to the university.
Postgrad & Early Career Researcher Conversation & Cake
2pm - 3pm
Oasis Lounge, St Francis Hall
Take some time out of your day and connect with other postgrads and early career researchers at the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy.
Tue 10th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Christmas Language Café
1pm - 3pm
Mermaid Bar, Guild of Students
Looking for a relaxed and supportive space to sharpen your language skills? Join your Guild of Students at the Christmas Language Café! You’ll also get to learn about Christmas traditions, create your own festive cards, and enjoy delicious snacks.
Library Tour Drop-Ins
1pm - 1:20pm
Main Library
Get an essential introduction to Main Library with one of our drop-in tours.
Spill the Tea: an LGBTQIA+ Wellbeing Group at grounded.
2pm - 3pm
grounded. Selly Oak, Bournbrook Road
Head down to grounded. Selly Oak for a relaxed wellbeing group especially for the LGBTQIA+ community. You'll find a safe space to discuss mental health and meet others, supported by William from Birmingham Mind.
PGR Westmere Christmas Party
3pm - 5pm
Westmere House
A festive PGR social to celebrate the end of term, with games, food, and drink to help you get into the festive spirit with your PGR community!
Christmas Movie Night at the Museum
6:30pm - 9pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
It's the time of the season where even Roary the Allosaurus will be looking festive! Start off your holiday season with a magical Christmas movie night at the Museum. Settle yourself in for Christmas classic Home Alone! Student tickets cost £9.37
Wed 11th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Preparing for revision and exams
11am - 11:45am
Online
Explore some top tips and strategies to help you prepare for upcoming revision and exams. This short workshop is part of our Preparing for your assignments: ASC workshop series.
Rights not charity: a brief history of UK disability rights in 3 steps
noon - 1pm
Room 109, Muirhead Tower and Online
Led by a disabled activist and scholar, this event provides an introduction to disability activism in the UK over the last 50+ years, bringing together scholarship with examples from disability culture.
Cosy Christmas crochet
1pm - 2pm
Library Lounge, Main Library
Head to the Library Lounge for some cosy crochet with Library Services. All abilities welcome and all materials provided - just come along!
Wednesday Crafternoon with Pause
1pm - 4pm
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.
(Ginger)Bread & Belief: a Christian community
2pm - 4pm
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy, St. Francis Hall
Bread & Belief celebrates Christmas by baking some tasty gingerbread cookies! Whilst we bake, we'll explore the Christmas story. All beliefs and perspectives are welcome.
University Camerata
7:30pm - 8:45pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
In these final recitals, the postgraduate students studying our choral conducting programme have selected a wide variety of music to explore with this talented group of singers. Join us to celebrate their hard work in this free performance.
Thu 12th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
PGR Shut Up and Work
9:30am - 3pm
PGR SUAW Teams site
Online, monthly co-working sessions for PGRs from all colleges and years of study. Come tackle your to-do list and get more done!
Therapy Dogs at the Library
10am - 3pm
Main Library
Join us for a break from your studies with Pets as Therapy dogs at Main Library.
Library Tour Drop-Ins
5pm - 5:20pm
Main Library
Get an essential introduction to Main Library with one of our drop-in tours.
University Vocal Consort
6:30pm - 7pm
The Dome, Bramall Music Building
Talented final-year choral conducting student, Jessica Duckworth takes to the podium with the University Vocal Consort to present a short recital as part of the final-year assessment for her music degree.
Fri 13th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Rise and Shine yoga at grounded.
8:30am - 9:30am
grounded. Selly Oak, Bournbrook Road
Get your day off to the best possible start with Harriette's Rise and Shine yoga at grounded. Selly Oak. Book your place now.
Christmas at Duck and Scholar
7pm - 11pm
Duck and Scholar, Vale Village
Living in halls? Celebrate the end of term at the Duck and Scholar! You can enjoy Christmas films and music, while catching up with your friends over your favourite drinks, including our special festive cocktail.
Sat 14th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Barber Family with Naoibh McNamee
11am - 2pm
Foyer and Project Space, Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Embark on an otherworldly expedition with costume and performance artist, Naoibh McNamee. Perfect for 4–10-year-olds and their grown-ups, there's no need to book for these free, drop-in activities.
Sun 15th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Mon 16th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Letter writing workshop for international students
noon - 2pm
Amos Room, Guild of Students
Are you an international student who is not travelling home for the holiday? Join your Guild of Students to write a letter to your loved ones. You can meet other international students, share a social space, and write together!
PGR Social Badminton
2pm - 3pm
Slater Hall, Sports and Fitness Centre
An informal, social badminton event for PGRs of all levels to relax and meet new people. Racquets and Shuttlecocks are provided!
Tue 17th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Wed 18th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Christmas lunch at Vale Infusion
1pm - 3pm
Infusion, Vale Village
Sit down for a traditional Christmas lunch, complete with crackers and festive songs! Look forward to roast turkey with all the trimmings, or delicious plant-based options. Lunch costs £15 (or £13.50 on Student Living Plus) - book by 30 November.
Thu 19th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Preparing for your viva for PGRs
10am - 11am
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.
Barber Baby Musical Picnics
11am - noon
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Experience the magic of live music in the galleries every third Thursday of the month. Ideal for ages 0-4 and their grown-ups, enjoy a varied mix of performers, styles and instruments. No need to book - just turn up!
Fri 20th December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Sat 21st December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Sun 22nd December
Christmas in Cathedral Square
13th November 11am - 22nd December 9pm
Cathedral Square
This magical festive market in the grounds of Birmingham Cathedral features local producers selling crafts, gifts, food and drink. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter and a tipple at the Pigeon in the Park Pub too. This is an external event.
Tue 24th December
Bournville Carols on the Green
6pm - 6:45pm
Bournville Village Green
Pop down to the Green for this fantastic yearly event! Led by the Vicar of St. Francis of Assisi Church, this tradition started in 1949 and brings our village and neighbours together to kick off Christmas celebrations. This is an external event.
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