Events in August

Tue 18th August

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 £4.50 - 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 £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 19th August

Two students walking across campus chatting 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!
Two students look at a laptop together PGT Summer Series: Editing and proofreading your dissertation
2pm - 3:30pm
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.

Thu 20th August

Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
4pm - 5pm
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 £4.50 - 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 £4.50 - 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 £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Fri 21st August

Two students look at a leaflet with a staff member Drug and alcohol information with Aquarius
noon - 2pm
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
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.

Sat 22nd August

A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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 £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Mon 24th August

Two students look at a leaflet together Blood donation drive
1:50pm - 7:20pm
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
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 £4.50 - 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 £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Wed 26th August

A heritage photo of a sailing ship amongst icebergs Family Fun Day - Antarctic Adventures
10am - 5pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Discover more than 100 years of Antarctic research from the University of Birmingham at the Lapworth Museum's free family fun day.

Thu 27th August

Students playing badminton in a sports hall Social Sport: Badminton
4pm - 5pm
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 £4.50 - 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 £4.50 - 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 £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Fri 28th 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.

Sat 29th August

A person on a climbing wall Social Sport: Climbing
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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 £4.50 - book on the Sport & Fitness app.

Tue 1st September

Two students sat in a cafe Meet UBS London - office visit and tour
1:30pm - 6pm
Off campus
Discover UBS, a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. Hear from colleagues, get first-hand insight into graduate opportunities, learn more about the recruitment process, and build your network.

Wed 2nd September

Students around a laptop Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair
2pm - 5pm
Online
Meet the nation’s leading law firms, right from your laptop. The Fair features 60 exhibitors, including Magic Circle, leading US firms’ London offices, international and national firms across the UK.
Three students in conversation UBS Women in Banking insight event
2pm - 5:30pm
Off campus
Discover UBS, a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. Hear about colleagues' career journeys, gain insights into recruitment, build your skills through interactive tasks, and network with experts.

Thu 3rd September

A student in conversation with a staff member UBS Black heritage careers insight event In partnership with MOSAIC-UK
2pm - 5:30pm
Off campus
Discover UBS, a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. Hear about colleagues' career journeys, gain insights into recruitment, build your skills through interactive tasks, and network with experts.

Tue 8th September

A student at a laptop Airbus Global Graduate Programme - Live online session
8th September midnight - 10th September midnight
Online
Join us for a live session hosted by the Airbus Global Graduate Programme managers where they will share more information about the programme, these sessions will be the opportunity to hear from current AGGPians and ask any questions you may have!

Thu 10th September

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

Sat 12th September

Black and white photos of an art gallery Reimagine the Archive: Reimagine the Barber Art Gallery
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
What if there was a place where anything was possible? Let’s imagine together. Delve into the history of the Barber Institute and let’s imagine what your dream art gallery would look like. Perfect for children aged 4 – 10 and their grown-ups.
Old Joe on a blue sky day with a bird flying nearby Storytelling and Sculpture: beneath your feet!
noon - 3pm
Meet at Sport & Fitness
Gather the family for a magical afternoon of storytelling, history and discovery led by acclaimed storyteller and artist Cat Weatherill! Choose from four 30 minute time-slots. Recommended for children aged 5+ and their families.

Tue 15th September

A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready
2pm - 4pm
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 16th September

An exhibition of posters and banners in aston webb People Powered! Student-led exhibition tours
noon - 4:15pm
Aston Webb building
Discover stories of social change and community action, led by the student researchers who helped create the exhibition. Choose your 30 minute time slot.
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