Events in July

Tue 1st July

Three students walk along a path, with market stall in the background Artisan Market
10am - 4pm
University Square
Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!
A pickleball bat and ball Social Sport: Pickleball
noon - 1pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Pickleball 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.
Two students look at a phone showing a scientific diagram Introduction to AI tools for researchers
1pm - 2pm
Online
Develop an understanding of the opportunities and risks of using AI tools in the research process as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) student.

Thu 3rd July

Students holding litter pickers Community Wardens: Litter pick
11am - 1pm
Meet in Selly Park car park, Raddlebarn Road
Help keep our community clean this June with the Community Wardens this move-in/move-out season! We'll provide all the equipment, and a free coffee at Hey Brew afterwards!

Sat 5th July

Two people playing African style drums Birmingham Disability Festival
noon - 6pm
Aston University, Birmingham
Join Birmingham Disability Festival for a day of celebration, empowerment, and community! Taking place at Aston University, this festival is a celebration of the talents, achievements, and voices of the disabled community in Birmingham and beyond.
A volunteer helps a child use a badge making machine The Barber at CocoMAD
noon - 5pm
Cotteridge Park
Join the Barber for a fun-filled afternoon at the brilliant CocoMAD festival in Cotteridge Park! Kids can get creative with badge-making and bookmark crafting inspired by our exhibition, Fragments of Devotion.

Mon 7th July

Two staff members sit on the floor with children and craft materials BabyLab sessions
10am - noon
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join a relaxed session for parents and carers to explore fascinating research on topics from child development to science, health, and society while little ones play, feed, or snooze. Come as you are - curious minds (and wriggly babies) encouraged!
A model skeleton of an allosaurus at the Lapworth Museum of Geology Lapworth Museum Tour
noon - 1pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Dumbfounded by dinosaurs, confused about clastics, puzzled by pyrite? Why not join us today on our tour of the Museum and get the chance to see behind the scenes! All tours are free and first-come first-served basis - please meet at reception.

Tue 8th July

a student working on a tablet in a coffee shop Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School
8th July 10am - 10th July 5pm
Online
Calling all Postgraduate Researchers - the annual Postgraduate Researcher Writing Summer School is back for 2025, and its all online so you can join wherever you are in the world! Network, practice your writing, and build your confidence. Enrol now!
A pickleball bat and ball Social Sport: Pickleball
noon - 1pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Pickleball 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 9th July

ASC staff member delivering a workshop. PGT Academic Skills: Dissertation Writing - Secondary Research
2pm - 3:30pm
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.

Sun 13th July

Two people bend to look at a stall full of plants Rare Plants Fair 2025
10:30am - 4:30pm
Winterbourne House & Gardens
The ever-popular Rare Plant Fair returns to Winterbourne for 2025! Shop from specialist growers and nurseries from around the country and get their expert advice while you’re at it. Get free entry to Winterbourne with your student ID card,

Tue 15th July

A pickleball bat and ball Social Sport: Pickleball
noon - 1pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Pickleball 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.

Thu 17th July

A student and staff member sit at a table in conversation Raise your research profile for PGRs
10am - noon
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
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.

Tue 22nd July

A pickleball bat and ball Social Sport: Pickleball
noon - 1pm
Slater Hall, Sport & Fitness Centre
Whether you're trying Pickleball 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 23rd July

ASC staff member delivering a workshop. PGT Academic Skills: Dissertation writing - primary research
2pm - 3:30pm
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 24th July

Children and adults sit on the floor Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival: Jazz for families
10am - 12:30pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
We’re excited to welcome back the Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival! Join us for a special jazz concert for little ears, with a relaxed performance by Max & Veronica. Children can also get hands on and craft their own musical instruments to take home!
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