Events in April

Sat 18th April

A close up of a giant illuminated sun sculpture Quiet sunrise session: April
9am - 10am
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Discover Helios together with your family during this limited, quiet session ideal for families with children aged 5–15 who have autism or sensory processing differences. Siblings are very welcome; all attendees must book a place.
A parent and two children draw on a large artwork Barber Family: Chalk Cliff Comics
11am - 3pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Join a writing and illustration workshop with artist Michael D Kennedy inspired by Chalk Cliffs in the Sun, by Otto Dix. Barber Family workshops are for children aged 4 –10 years and their grown-ups.

Mon 20th April

Get research experience with the Future Focused Micro Internships
5pm - 6pm
Looking for a short, impactful way to boost your CV? This Micro Internships Programme gives you hands-on experience in a research environment at the University of Birmingham in just 35 hours.

Tue 21st April

A student at the door of the Pause lodge, which has a poster and crafted heart pinned to it Pause@uni drop-in
11am - 5pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Pause@uni is a place for all students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers who will offer a listening ear, and share support and advice if needed.

Wed 22nd April

Birmingham Business School Scholars: Employer Challenge event
22nd April 9am - 23rd April 5pm
You will gain practical experience and apply your learning in a professional setting with world-leading employers.
A student and staff member chat in the Pause lodge Pause@uni drop-in
11am - 5pm
Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate
Pause@uni is a place for all students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you. Drop in to chat to the friendly team of trained and experienced workers who will offer a listening ear, and share support and advice if needed.
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.

Thu 23rd April

Stone carved University crests University of Birmingham Inclusion Research Conference
8:30am - 2pm
Great Hall, Aston Webb building
Explore inclusion/SEND research at the University, connect with other researchers at the University interested in Inclusion/SEND, and engage with external partners and individuals especially in the city and region.
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.
Students listening in a teaching room Human Leadership Conference
2pm - 4:30pm
Carroll Room (G15), Muirhead Tower
Launching the new book 'Human leadership' this half-day conference will have experienced leaders discussing leading modern human services with compassion, authenticity, and courage.

Sat 25th April

A person silhouetted against a giant illuminated sun scuplture Helios and Seeing the Sun: BSL Tour
2pm - 4pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Guide Olivier Jamin leads a BSL tour taking in Luke Jerram’s Helios sculpture and solar research at the University of Birmingham. This tour will be delivered in BSL, with English voice-over translation for hearing visitors.

Sun 26th April

A student sat reading a bible Morning Mass
11am - noon
Room UG07, Murray Learning Centre
Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 27th April

A student sits at a table with a laptop, chatting to a staff member Reviewing the literature
11am - 1pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Understand the nature of a quality literature review and how to effectively synthesise the literature you have read in your thesis.
A student sat looking at someone off screen What to do after a Vacation Scheme or Training Contract rejection with AllAboutLaw
2pm - 3pm
Online
Not getting a vacation scheme or training contract can feel deeply personal. This session will help you understand why these setbacks can hit so hard, how to reframe the result more clearly and how to decide what your next best step should be.

Tue 28th April

Two students walk along a path, with market stalls in the background Artisan Market
10am - 4pm
University Square
Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!
Vitae's Researcher Development Framework Development Needs Analysis
10am - noon
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
The Development Needs Analysis (GRS1) form is a requirement of research programmes. This highly practical workshop supports the process, including introducing you to Vitae’s Researcher Development Framework.
Image of a student smiling whilst taking part in a group activity Design Your PhD: Making your Doctorate work for you
1pm - 4:30pm
Seminar Room, Westmere House
How can you get what you want from your Birmingham PhD? This workshop aims to help you navigate this, and set you up for success both during and beyond your time at Birmingham: whatever ‘success’ means for you.

Wed 29th April

CMH Culturefest
12:30pm - 4pm
Wolfson Common Room, Birmingham Medical School
Share your culture with us at Culturefest!
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop PGT Essentials: Getting started with your dissertation
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
How do I get started with my dissertation? Where do I begin with literature searching? How can I engage with my subject critically communicate this in my writing? Three advisors from the ASC will give you some top tips followed by a Q&A.
Old Joe on a blue sky day with a bird flying nearby Women and armed struggle against the Brazilian dictatorship (1964–1979): Dialogues with Anglophone historiography
2pm - 3pm
Room 415, Muirhead Tower
The Brazil Institute present their latest seminar with Dr Juliana Marques (Brazil Visiting Research Fellow, Universidade Federal Fluminense) and Dr Courtney Campbell (Co-Director of Brazil Institute and Associate Professor of Latin American History).
Old Joe on a blue sky day with a bird flying nearby Re-viewing the ‘bad’ arts of Tudor and Stuart England
5pm - 6pm
Room G11, Alan Walters building
In her inaugural lecture, Professor Tara Hamling argues that deeply engrained value judgements about what constitutes ‘art’ or serious historical evidence have produced a distorted and partial version of Tudor and Stuart history.
Two students walking across campus chatting Tackling linguistic discrimination in higher-education: a student-staff collaboration
6pm - 7pm
Lecture Room 1, Arts building and online
Christian Ilbury, Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh, explores the ways universities are complicit in the maintenance, circulation, and promotion of linguistic inequality. There will also be contributions from current UoB students.

Thu 30th April

Small children watch a saxophonist Barber Baby: Still Life with a Garland of Fruit
11am - noon
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, free and drop-in.
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.
An aerial photo of the Edgbaston campus on a sunny day Every monument will fall: in conversation with Dan Hicks
4:30pm - 6:30pm
Lecture Room 1, Arts building and online
Hear Prof Dan Hicks (University of Oxford) in conversation with Prof Corinne Fowler (University of Leicester) to discuss his new book 'Every Monument Will Fall: a story of remembering and forgetting', with support from The Heath Bookshop.

Fri 1st May

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
12:20pm - 1:20pm
Worship Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two 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.
People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
Worship Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two 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.
2026 Creative Competitions – enter now!
5pm - 6pm
Showcase your creativity in our One Minute Movie or Sixty Word Story Competition!
Birmingham Business School Scholars: Make the Most of Personal Academic Tutor Support During Easter Vacation
5pm - 6pm
One-to-one meetings with Personal Academic Tutors for BBS students are available throughout the Easter Vacation
Go Global - Sustainability Stories
5pm - 6pm
In celebration of Green Week taking place last week at UoB, the Go Global team wanted to share some of your incredible sustainability stories

Sat 2nd May

A tour guide in a room of safety deposit boxes Heritage Tours at The Exchange
11am - 4pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Discover The Exchange, opened in 1933 as the Headquarters of Birmingham Municipal Bank and now part of the University. See the banking hall, vaults, and rooms not normally open to the public. Tours at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00, booking essential.

Sun 3rd May

A student in a Team UoB tshirt poses with a lion mascot Great Birmingham Run with #TeamUoB
midnight - 11:59pm
Birmingham city centre
Join students, staff, and alumni as part of #TeamUoB at The Great Birmingham Run on Sunday 3 May. The 10k and Half Marathon take place on the same day, so whatever your race, and whatever your pace, join in the fun with #TeamUoB!
A student sat reading a bible Morning Mass
11am - noon
Room UG07, Murray Learning Centre
Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Tue 5th May

Person walking through Winterbourne gardens Philosophy Workshop: Are robots the future?
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Winterbourne House & Gardens
Loneliness is on the rise, but are robots the answer? Should they care for children and the elderly? Explore the topic with Dr Henry Taylor at Winterbourne - free entry with student ID, but booking for this workshop is essential.

Wed 6th May

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.
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.
A sooty tern in flight The Remarkable Lives of Sooty Terns
6pm - 7:30pm
The Exchange, Centenary Square
Inspired by the science of the Sun, The Exchange presents this latest lecture on University of Birmingham research into The Remarkable Lives of Sooty Terns with Dr Jim Reynolds. Book your free place.

Thu 7th May

A student sat on a sofa working on a laptop, seen from above Data management plans for PGRs
11am - noon
Online
All postgraduate researchers are required to have a Data Management Plan in place before completing their first annual review (GRS3). This workshop will help you to achieve this by covering the basics of research data management.
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.

Fri 8th May

People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
12:20pm - 1:20pm
Worship Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two 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.
People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
Worship Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two 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.

Sun 10th May

A student sat reading a bible Morning Mass
10am - 11am
Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.
Three people walk under a tree chatting Winterbourne's Spring Vegan Market
10:30am - 4:30pm
Winterbourne House & Gardens
The Vegan Market is returning to Winterbourne in spring 2026! Enjoy mouth-wateringly delicious plant-based food from independent, eco-friendly businesses. Entry free with your student ID card.
St Francis Hall Lutheran Worship Service
11:30am - 12:30pm
Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Join us for our monthly Lutheran Worship Service, a time of scripture, prayer, and reflection. All are welcome.
Three students walk out of the Chaplaincy building Evening Mass
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 11th May

A tour group stood at the foot of Old Joe Wondrous Wander: Old Joe to Selly Oak Campus via UoB’s Quaker connections
5pm - 6:30pm
Meet at Old Joe
Get another opportunity to join this popular, free walking tour, led by Dr Rhiannon Grant, as part of National Walking Month. Discover the University's connections with Quakerism as we wander from Old Joe to the Selly Oak campus. Booking essential.

Wed 13th May

a student working on a tablet in a coffee shop Building your academic profile during your PhD: Training & Development showcase
11am - 12:30pm
Online
Discover key things that you can do during your PhD to develop your academic profile, all based around free training and development initiatives run by the University of Birmingham.
A staff member sits working at a laptop in a café space Literature searching: hints and tips for researchers
11am - 1pm
Online
This practical introduction to effective literature searching provides guidance on search strategy planning, the use of keywords and subject headings, and tips on managing search results.
A student wearing headphones stands at a PC in the library Reading and note-making
11am - 12:30pm
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!
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.
Three students with small children sit in the Green Heart Parents' and carers' group
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Are you a student who's also a parent or carer? Balancing studies and caring can feel tough, but you're not alone. Find a network who understand what it's like with our termly online therapeutic group.

Thu 14th May

A student speaks to a staff member at a stand in the Great Hall Making the most of conferences
9am - 10:30am
Online
This workshop introduces practical tips for postgraduate researchers (PGRs) preparing to attend a conference, helping you get the maximum value from your conference, including getting the most out of networking opportunities.
Three students sat on a wall Culture Forward: Insights into freelancing, portfolio careers and the gig economy
1pm - 4pm
Amos Room, Guild of Students
Interested in working in the cultural and creative industries? Discover how you can succeed as a freelancer with Culture Forward and Partnerships, who work with 141 culture, heritage and community-based organisations in Birmingham and West Midlands!
A person uses a watering can on a raised flowerbed Thrive at UoB: gardening for wellbeing
1:30pm - 3:30pm
On campus
Do you struggle with social isolation, low self-esteem or low mood? Meet Thrive – a gardening for health charity with 40 years’ experience. Work with volunteers and practitioners on seasonal gardening activities to meet others and build confidence.

Fri 15th May

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva
10am - 11am
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
12:20pm - 1:20pm
Worship Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two 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.
People gathered in a prayer room listening to a speaker at the front. Jummah Prayers
1:15pm - 2:15pm
Worship Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Every Friday, the Multifaith Chaplaincy hosts two 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 16th May

A keytar player on stage in front of a projected image of a cartoon witch Groove Sensations
11am - noon
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Part of our Groove Baby: Barber Family double-bill. Groove Baby present a sensational sensory voyage specially created for under 5s and their grown-ups. Tickets £5, plus sensory crafting 10:00-16:00 in the foyer for ticket holders!
A keytar player on stage in front of a projected image of a cartoon witch Groove into the Woods
2pm - 3pm
Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building
Part of our Groove Baby: Barber Family double-bill. Calling all adventurers! We are going on a woodland expedition with the Groove Baby crew. Tickets £5, suitable for ages 3-7, plus sensory crating 10:00-16:00 in the foyer for ticketholders.

Sun 17th May

A student sat reading a bible Morning Mass
10am - 11am
Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.
Three students walk out of St Francis Hall Evening Mass
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy
Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.
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