Events in July

Tue 14th July

a student working on a tablet in a coffee shop Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School
14th July 9:30am - 16th July 4:30pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
The annual Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School is back for 2026, and we are in person exploring writing for your thesis and writing for publication. Network, practice your writing, and build your confidence. Enrol now!
Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
5pm - 5:40pm
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.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 15th July

a student working on a tablet in a coffee shop Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School
14th July 9:30am - 16th July 4:30pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
The annual Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School is back for 2026, and we are in person exploring writing for your thesis and writing for publication. Network, practice your writing, and build your confidence. Enrol now!
Golden Chalice on Table Beside a Priest in Green Chasuble Holy Communion Service
12:30pm - 1pm
Multifaith Chaplaincy, St Francis Hall - Baobab Room
Join students and staff to take time out to hear scripture, contemplate the holy, and feed your spiritual life led by a Methodist or Anglican clergy.
Students playing tennis outdoors Active Residences: Intro to tennis
4pm - 5pm
Outdoor Tennis Courts, Sport & Fitness
Living in UoB or partner accommodation? Join us for some no-pressure fun with Active Residences! Every session is free and suitable for all abilities, no experience needed. Just make sure to book your space!

Thu 16th July

a student working on a tablet in a coffee shop Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School
14th July 9:30am - 16th July 4:30pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
The annual Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School is back for 2026, and we are in person exploring writing for your thesis and writing for publication. Network, practice your writing, and build your confidence. Enrol now!
A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready
2pm - 4pm
Room 112, Muirhead Tower
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.
A student in a wheelchair holds a basketball Active Residences: Wheelchair Basketball
5pm - 6pm
Munrow Arena, Sport & Fitness Centre
Try something new and enjoy the excitement of Wheelchair Basketball! Whether you're a wheelchair user or not, learn the basics through fun drills, alongside playing some casual games! Free for UoB and partner accommodation residents.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Fri 17th July

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva
11am - noon
Online
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.
People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
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 20th July

A student working on a laptop Summer Thesis & Dissertation Writing course: Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities
20th July midnight - 24th July midnight
Online
Improve your understanding of academic conventions and writing when preparing longer, research-based texts at postgraduate level (e.g. PhD thesis or Master's dissertation) with these summer sessions for international students.
A student working on a laptop outdoors Summer Thesis & Dissertation Writing course: Technology, Engineering and Medical Sciences
20th July midnight - 24th July midnight
Online
Improve your understanding of academic conventions and writing when preparing longer, research-based texts at postgraduate level (e.g. PhD thesis or Master's dissertation) with these summer sessions for international students.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Tue 21st July

A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 22nd July

Metal structures stand between trees in a forest seen from above BIFoR Annual Meeting 2026: The Remembering Forest
22nd July midnight - 23rd July midnight
Alan Walters Building
The BIFoR Annual Meeting 2026 marks ten years of CO₂ enrichment research at the FACE facility and brings together international researchers, policymakers and practitioners to explore how forests “remember” environmental change.
A students working on a laptop at a picnic table PGT Summer Series: Dissertation writing - secondary research
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
If your postgraduate dissertation is chapter-based and uses secondary research, then this workshop will provide support and advice to help you with writing it up. Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop.

Thu 23rd July

Small children watch a saxophonist Barber Baby: The Drinking Place in the Forest
11am - 11:40am
The Dome, Bramall Music Building
Experience the magic of live music inspired by works from the Barber collection. Relax, listen, or dance - adventure awaits! Ideal for 0-4yo and their grown ups and siblings, book your free ticket now.
Small children watch a saxophonist Barber Baby: The Drinking Place in the Forest
11:50am - 12:30pm
The Dome, Bramall Music Building
Experience the magic of live music inspired by works from the Barber collection. Relax, listen, or dance - adventure awaits! Ideal for 0-4yo and their grown ups and siblings, book your free ticket now.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Fri 24th July

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
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 27th July

A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Tue 28th July

Two students eating samosas Artisan Market
10am - 4pm
University Square
Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 29th July

An adult and child look at a human anatomy model together University of Birmingham Discovery Club
10am - 4pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Our first Summer School at The Exchange invites children to spend the day with us exploring science, art, and the natural world. Explore leaves and trees, the Barber Institute's art, and solar telescopes. Tickets £30 per child.
Three students sat on a bench Postgraduate Q&A - Chat to us!
1pm - 2pm
Online
Join this session to speak to the postgraduate team about postgraduate study at the University of Birmingham!
A student working on a laptop under a tree PGT Summer Series: Communicating research - formatting, visuals and data presentation
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
If your postgraduate dissertation involves primary research and you’d like support with formatting your document and communicating your findings, then this workshop is for you. Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop.

Thu 30th July

A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
5:45pm - 6:45pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.
A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
7pm - 8pm
Climbing Wall, Sport & Fitness
Our Social Sport sessions offer the chance to 'just climb', supervised by a qualified instructor. Wear comfortable clothes and flat soled shoes, and come ready to meet new people! Student spaces cost £4 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Fri 31st July

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
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 3rd August

A student in a coffee shop Meet our UK Postgraduates: Q&A Panel
11am - noon
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
11am - 4pm
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!

Tue 4th August

Students sat on a wall chatting Meet our international Postgraduates: Q&A panel
11am - noon
Online
Join us for an engaging Q&A panel featuring current international postgraduate students from the University of Birmingham.
Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
5pm - 5:40pm
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
10am - 5pm
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!
Two students chatting on stairs Postgraduate Q&A - Chat to us!
1pm - 2pm
Online
Join this session to speak to the postgraduate team about postgraduate study at the University of Birmingham!

Fri 7th August

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
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
10am - noon
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

Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
5pm - 5:40pm
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

Three students chatting Your PhD - A PhD Student Guide
noon - 1pm
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
3pm - 4pm
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.
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