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Events in September

Forthcoming Events

Sat 26th September

Welcome & Well-Caffeinated with the Library team: 7am - 8:30am; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Meet the Library and Learning Resources team over coffee, discover academic support services, and take on the Meta-Verse Challenge for a chance to win exclusive UoBD merchandise.

Building Connections for success: Welcome brunch with the Provost: 9am - 9:30am; Innovation Lounge; Join us for an exclusive lunch with the Provost of the University of Birmingham Yusra

Making the most of your Careers Service: 9am - 9:45am; Harvard Lecture Theatre; Discover how your Careers Service can support you throughout your university journey. Explore career guidance, job opportunities, workshops, employer events and resources designed to help you prepare for your future.

Welcome Fair: 10am - 2pm; Welcome Zone (ground floor); Meet our student societies and find your new community!

Social Sport Taster: Campus League Basketball: 11am - 1pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Get a taster of our Campus League Basketball - a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

Student Visa Support Session: 11am - 11:45am; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Welcome to Halls: Freshers Finale: 3pm - 9:30pm; The Vale (outside Shackleton, lake side); Celebrate the end of your first week in halls in style! Come along and take part in our fun activities and enjoy some free food.

Social Sport: Climbing: 3:30pm - 4:30pm; 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.

Sun 27th September

Cereal Cafe: 7am - 8:30am; tbc; Build your perfect bowl at Cereal Café and enjoy a relaxed morning of conversation and connection. Meet new people, take part in fun icebreaker activities, and kick-start your day with breakfast and great company.

Inside the Majlis: A Journey Through Emirati Culture: 8am - 10am; Innovation Lounge; Whether you are new to the UAE or eager to deepen your cultural knowledge, this event offers a unique opportunity to sit, listen, and learn within a recreated majlis environment.

Introduction to the UAE Labour Market: 9am - 9:45am; Harvard Lecture Theatre; Discover the UAE job market and what employers are looking for. Learn about key industries, workplace expectations, career opportunities and practical tips to help you prepare for working in the UAE.

Student Visa Support Session: 9am - 9:45am; 409; Get practical guidance on your UAE student visa, including key requirements, important processes and what you need to do to keep everything up to date throughout your studies.

Sunday Morning Mass: 10am - 11am; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

University Music Sing and Play Day: 10:30am - 4:30pm; Elgar Concert Hall and Dome Rehearsal Space, Bramall Music building; Join University Music for a day of joyful music-making to kick-start the new academic year. Whether you are new to us or returning after the summer break, we can’t wait to start making music together!

Succeeding at University: 11am - 11:45am; 1203 (Academic Skills Centre); Build healthy habits and getting practical tips for learning & study.

Social Sport Taster: Campus League Hockey: noon - 2pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Get a taster of our Campus League Hockey - a great way to have fun, stay active, and meet new people. Check out our taster sessions this Welcome to find out more.

PG Welcome Mixer: 12:45pm - 2:30pm; Welcome Zone (ground floor); Meet your fellow PG students

Student matchday sorted: Birmingham City Women v Crystal Palace: 2pm - 5pm; St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park; Enjoy some top quality football with two matches at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park! Round up your mates, grab a drink and experience elite women's football at St Andrew's. Student tickets are just £6, PLUS all drinks are half price.

Vibes Only: RnB Day Party: 2pm - 6pm; Guild of Students; The Guild of Students' RnB Day Party is the perfect way to spend your Sunday with great music, great people and an unbeatable atmosphere.

Christian Evening Prayer for the Start of the Academic Year: 4:30pm - 5:30pm; Oak Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy - St Francis Hall; Meet & pray with the Methodist Chaplain for our world, our loved ones, ourselves, and a good start to the academic year. This short prayer service will be followed by a time of snacks and visiting.

Sunday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 28th September

Welcome Registration Hub: 9am - 4pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Belonging: 2:15pm - 4:15pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Bake, eat and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Commuter Students Social: 3pm - 5pm; Beorma Bar and Amos Room, Guild of Students; Not living on campus? No problem! Find your travel buddies, meet the Commuter Students’ Society at your Guild of Students and get to know your people. There will be various activities and refreshments.

Tue 29th September

Welcome Registration Hub: 9am - 4pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Artisan Market: 10am - 4pm; University Square; Find tasty food, handmade gifts, and more as the bustling Artisan Market comes to campus!

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

LGBTQ+ Students' Social: 2pm - 4pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Come along to the Guild and meet fellow LGBTQ+ students! Chat and make new friends over board games and other relaxing activities.

Answer from Anywhere: Online Social and Quiz: 6pm - 8pm; Online; Whether you're an online or distance learner, a new student looking to make friends or just want something to do from the comfort of your own room, show off your skills with a friendly and fun quiz and get to know others just like you.

Night at the Museum Screening - Lapworth Museum After Hours: 7pm - 9pm; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Watch Night at the Museum inside an actual Museum! Join us for a free students-only movie night, welcoming you to Birmingham!

Wed 30th September

Community Breakfast: 9am - 11am; Reception, Guild of Students; You are invited to the Guild of Students to come along for a free continental breakfast.

Welcome Registration Hub: 9am - 4pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Plant Sale: 10am - 7pm; Staff House/University Centre plaza; The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 250 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Holy Communion Service: 12:30pm - 1pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury 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.

What do students do all day?: How to build academic skills into your daily routine.: 1pm - 2pm; 4th Floor Training Room, Main Library; This session explores how students spend their time, how they talk about their day, and how you can shape your own study habits. With real examples and practical tips, you’ll leave with ideas for building academic skills into your daily routine.

Student jazz sessions: 1:15pm - 2pm; Mezzanine, Bramall Music building; Join us on your lunch break for an informal jazz performance from a selection of our student jazz musicians.

Prepare for final year or your dissertation with The Academic Skills Centre: 2pm - 3pm; Online; This workshop, specifically tailored for final year UG students, will help you manage your time and work-load and strengthen your critical thinking and academic voice as you start to prepare for final year projects or dissertations.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Belonging: 4pm - 6pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Bake, eat and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

A journey to the centre of the Sun: 6pm - 7:30pm; The Exchange, Centenary Square; What is the Sun really like beneath its glowing surface – and how can we possibly know? The Exchange presents this free lecture on University of Birmingham research into how we explore our nearest star.

Student Christian Movement Meeting: 6:30pm - 8pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Student Christian Movement (SCM) Birmingham has free food and good discussions about what it means to follow Jesus. People of all church backgrounds, and none, are welcome to attend this inclusive community.

Student matchday sorted: Birmingham City Women v Liverpool: 7pm - 10pm; St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park; Enjoy some top quality football with two matches at St Andrew's @ Knighthead Park! Round up your mates, grab a drink and experience elite women's football at St Andrew's. Student tickets are just £6, PLUS all drinks are half price.

Thu 1st October

Black History Month Book Competition: 1st October 9am - 23rd October 5pm; Main Campus Library; To celebrate Black History Month 2026, the Student EDI Team, working in collaboration with Libraries and Learning Resources are giving away a selection of books that explore Black history, culture, identity, community, and resilience.

Main Library's Black History Month Display: 1st October 9am - 31st October 8pm; Main Campus Library; Looking for your next great read, watch or listen throughout October? This Black History Month head to the Main Library atrium and explore a curated collection of books, films, documentaries and a specially selected playlist.

Welcome Registration Hub: 9am - 4pm; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Plant Sale: 10am - 7pm; Staff House/University Centre plaza; The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 250 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

The Birmingham Award: drop-in: noon - 1pm; Room 112, Alan Walters Building; The Birmingham Award team will be on hand to help guide you through your award, check your progress or help with troubleshooting. No appointment needed, just come along and get the support you need.

Intersectional Book Club (Virtual Event): 12:30pm - 1:30pm; Online; Join the University of Birmingham's Race Equality Network and Neurodiversity Network to discuss the book "We See Things They'll Never See: love, hope and neurodiversity" by Chantelle Lewis and Jason Arday.

Community Wellbeing Café: 1pm - 3pm; Reception, Guild of Students; Take a break and join us at the monthly Community Wellbeing Café. Enjoy free refreshments in a relaxed setting at the Guild of Students while accessing practical advice, wellbeing resources, and support.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 2:30pm - 5:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

International Students' Meet & Greet: 3pm - 5pm; Amos, Guild Of Students; New to Birmingham and want to meet fellow students from around the world?

Sexual health advice with Umbrella: 5pm - 7pm; Common Room, The Metalworks; Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.

Night at the Museum Screening - Lapworth Museum After Hours: 7pm - 9pm; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Watch Night at the Museum inside an actual Museum! Join us for a free students-only movie night, welcoming you to Birmingham!

Fri 2nd October

Welcome Registration Hub: 9am - noon; Marquee next to the Main Library; The Welcome Registration Hub brings together key teams to help you complete essential administrative tasks, including ID card collection and Right to Study checks for international students.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Plant Sale: 10am - 7pm; Staff House/University Centre plaza; The ever popular plant sale is back! Come along and grab some green goodness for your room. Whatever your style, there's something for everyone with over 250 types of plants, and everything you need to take care of them.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 1:15pm - 2:15pm; Oak 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.

Welcome to Halls Neuro Night: Mario Kart Tournament: 4pm - 7pm; Chamberlain Social Space; Join your Guild of Students for the first Neuro Night of the year in Chamberlain Social Space. This video games night edition, will feature Mario Kart, Mario Party, EA FC 26, Overcooked, and more.

Cheese & Wine Social for Postgraduate & Mature Students: 5pm - 7:30pm; Beorma Bar, Guild of Students; Take some time to unwind and get to know your fellow postgraduate and mature students in a relaxed setting! Non-alcoholic drink and vegan cheese options will be available.

Friday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sat 3rd October

Welcome Ball: 10pm - 4am; Guild of Students; End Welcome Week in style at the Welcome Ball 2026 taking place at your Guild of Students!

Sun 4th October

Sunday Morning Mass: 10am - 11am; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Lutheran Worship Service: 11:30am - 1pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join us for our monthly Lutheran Worship Service, a time of scripture, prayer, and reflection. All are welcome.

Sunday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 5th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 2pm - 4pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Tue 6th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Deloitte: Meet your Future: 10:30am - 3:30pm; Under the arches, Law Building; Meet Deloitte with their interactive activation on campus. Get inspired, connect with their values, culture and people, and get an authentic glimpse into the people behind Deloitte and the different career journeys available.

Careers Support for Postgraduate Researchers: An Introduction: noon - 1pm; Online; This short one-hour webinar will introduce the online resources, upcoming events, and other support that you can make the most of your time as a Postgraduate Researcher in the 2026-27 academic year.

Wed 7th October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Autumn Careers Fair 2026: 10:30am - 3pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Kick start the academic year with the Autumn Fair - your chance to meet employers and graduates and explore graduate and work experience opportunities, no matter what stage of your career planning you are at.

International Hub @ Autumn Careers Fair: 11am - 2pm; Beale Room, Aston Webb Building; Find a dedicated space for international students to learn about careers and employability support, whether you're just starting to think about your future or are actively searching for opportunities.

Holy Communion Service: 12:30pm - 1pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury 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.

PGT Academic Skills Chat: 1pm - 1:45pm; Online; Your opportunity to ask study skills questions and connect with other PGT students. PGT Skills Chat is a monthly online community space for postgraduate taught students held on the first Wednesday of every month in term time.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 2pm - 4pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Aspiring Researchers: 3pm - 4pm; Online; Curious about a career in research? Whether you're using your Master's as a pathway to a PhD or simply exploring your options, this interactive session will help you understand the support available from Careers Network.

PGT Essentials: Develop your skills for postgraduate study with the Academic Skills Centre: 3pm - 4:30pm; Online; Postgraduate study can feel like a big transition, whether you are returning to university straight after an undergraduate degree or a longer break from education. This session will explore some key skills required for PGT study, followed by a Q&A.

Telling the Truth and Shaming the Devil: the Church's Complicity with the Transatlantic Slave Trade: 6:30pm - 8pm; St Francis Hall (Multifaith Chaplaincy); Join us for a thought-provoking and timely discussion with Professor Anthony Reddie (Oxford University and University of Birmingham alumnus), a leading theologian, educator, and scholar of Black theology.

Thu 8th October

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

The Birmingham Award Explained: 11:30am - 12:30pm; Room LG12, Old Gym; Superboost your CV with The Birmingham Award. The Birmingham Award is the University’s employability award for all students. Come along to this session, open to all students, to find out everything you need to know about the award.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 2:30pm - 5:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Sarafina! Film Screening: 5pm - 7pm; Gisbert Kapp Building, Lecture Room 1; Join the University of Birmingham's Race Equality Network for the screening of the powerful story of Sarafina! Set during the apartheid era in South Africa, this powerful and inspiring film follows a young student whose passion for freedom and justic

Fri 9th October

Shut Up and Work for early career researchers: 9:30am - 4:30pm; Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room; Work on your own writing, planning or literature discovery in a quiet but supportive environment. There will be time to set targets at the beginning of the day and there will be regular planned breaks to enable you to network or take a walk.

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 1:15pm - 2:15pm; Oak 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.

Friday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sun 11th October

Sunday Morning Mass: 10am - 11am; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sunday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 6pm - 8pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Mon 12th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Your UK career plan for international students: 1pm - 2pm; Online; Not sure how to get a job in the UK after your studies? This online session will help you find jobs, understand when to apply, and what UK employers want. We'll also explain graduate jobs, graduate schemes, and how to talk about your visa.

Tue 13th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Welcome to Westmere Drop-in: noon - 4pm; Westmere House; Join us at Westmere House for an informal PGR drop-in. Meet the University Doctoral School team, learn about the support and resources available to postgraduate researchers, enjoy refreshments, and explore the facilities through a guided tour.

First Black Brummies Documentary Screening: 12:30pm - 1:30pm; Aston Webb Building, Room WG12; Join the University of Birmingham's Race Equality Network for the screening of the inspiring documentary about the first Black Brummies and their incredible stories.

PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Career Changers: 1pm - 2pm; Online; Changing career can feel daunting, but we’re here to help! This interactive session is designed to help you navigate what’s on offer from Careers Network to make the change a reality.

Business for non-Business: How students from any degree can build a Business career: 3:30pm - 5pm; To be confirmed; Are you interested in exploring careers in business but not studying a Business-related degree? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring professionals and graduates working across a range of business functions and graduate schemes.

Law career for non-law students: 4pm - 5pm; To be confirmed; Discover how you can apply for law training contracts and how you can train as a lawyer, as a student who isn't studying Law.

Preparing for your viva: 4pm - 5pm; Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room 1; 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.

PG Induction: Making the Most of Careers Network for Career Developers: 4:30pm - 5:30pm; Online; Are you undertaking postgraduate study alongside your job for professional development, or with the aim of a promotion or professional accreditation? This interactive session is designed to help you navigate what’s on offer from Careers Network.

Wed 14th October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Starting to write for PGRs: 10am - noon; Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room 1; An introduction to the writing process, strategies for planning and creating text, and the role of GenAI in writing for research, suitable for those at the beginning of their development as postgraduate research level academic writers.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

STEM Careers Fair 2026: 10:30am - 3pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Join us to discover a wide range of career paths in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Connect directly with recruiters who are eager to meet UoB students for graduate jobs, placements, and work experience.

Holy Communion Service: 12:30pm - 1pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury 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.

Student Sustainability Day: 1pm - 4pm; Atrium and G11, Alan Walters building; Join the Sustainability Team for an informal afternoon of talks, workshops and networking. Find out about sustainability research at UoB, ways to get involved and great opportunities for your CV.

Student Christian Movement Meeting: 6:30pm - 8pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Student Christian Movement (SCM) Birmingham has free food and good discussions about what it means to follow Jesus. People of all church backgrounds, and none, are welcome to attend this inclusive community.

Thu 15th October

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!

Macfarlanes Roadshow: 10am - 4pm; Under the arches, Law Building; Macfarlanes invite you to drop by to 'Pick n' Mix' your future in law! They are looking for open-minded and driven people who want to build their careers at the highest level of Private Capital, Private Wealth, M&A and Disputes.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Coffee Morning in the Researcher Suite: 11am - noon; Main Library First Floor Researcher Suite; Take a break and join the Research Skills Team for an informal coffee morning in the first-floor Researcher Suite, Main Library. Drop in for a cuppa, a biscuit, and a friendly chat about all things library and research related. No need to book.

The Birmingham Award: for College of Medicine and Health: 11am - noon; Online; Join this session to learn how the award can support your future, how to get started, and how to work towards The Birmingham Award with Distinction, an optional advanced level of the award. This session has been designed with CMH students in mind.

Preparing for your Assignments: Getting started with finding information: noon - 1pm; Online; Search strategies can provide a handy structure to your research. We’ll explore breaking down a topic into keywords, exploring alternatives and how to use search operators to make database searches easier. Open to UG and PGT students.

Starting Afresh, UK Experience Discussion with Dr. Chinyere Sam-Okerenta: noon - 2pm; Murray Learning Centre, Room LG14; Join Dr Chinyere Sam-Okerenta, a Nigerian consultant, author and community advocate, for an inspiring discussion exploring her personal and professional journey, including her heritage, migration experience and career progression in the UK.

Insight into the Pharmaceutical Sector: 12:30pm - 1:30pm; Online; Are you interested in the pharmaceutical industry and curious about the diverse career opportunities it offers? Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring professionals from various sectors of the pharmaceutical world.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 1pm - 3pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 2:30pm - 5:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Sexual health advice with Umbrella: 5pm - 7pm; Reception, Battery Park; Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.

Bread and Belief Film Evening: 6pm - 9pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; In Bread & Belief, we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Fri 16th October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 1:15pm - 2:15pm; Oak 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.

Friday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sun 18th October

Sunday Morning Mass: 10am - 11am; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sunday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

Mon 19th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Coffee and Careers with Teach First: 10am - 2pm; Under the arches, Law Building; Join Teach First, under the Law Arches for a free coffee and careers chat! They'll be on hand with their free hot drinks cart, ready to discuss theirr opportunities and top tips for applying to their Times Top 20 graduate scheme and Taster Programme.

Development Needs Analysis: 2pm - 4pm; Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room 1; 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.

Tue 20th October

Mini Explorers: Under 5s outdoor playgroup: 9:45am - 10:45am; Winterbourne House & Gardens; Our new outdoor playgroup lets your little one will discover new sounds, smells, and sights whilst you make some new friends and see just how much fun you can have as a family in the great outdoors. Ages 1-5, £7.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Get UK work experience for international students: noon - 1pm; Online; Want to find a part-time job, internship, or placement while you study? In this online workshop, you'll learn what work experience you could do in the UK and how to find the right opportunity for you.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 3pm - 5pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Wed 21st October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Business & Finance Careers Fair 2026: 10:30am - 3pm; Great Hall, Aston Webb building; Discover exciting career paths in business, finance, consultancy and professional services! You’ll have the chance to speak directly with recruiters who are keen to find candidates just like you for graduate roles, placements and work experience.

Holy Communion Service: 12:30pm - 1pm; Multifaith Chaplaincy, Cadbury 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.

Preparing for your Assignments: Reading and notetaking strategies: 1pm - 2pm; Online; In this workshop, open to all UG and PGT students, we’ll consider different strategies for reading effectively and taking active and useful notes for your assignments.

Your PhD what next? Understanding what you want from life after PhD: 1pm - 2:30pm; Online; This interactive virtual workshop is designed to help you identify your skills and preferences, recognise which of these you most want to use in your future work, and understand what you want from your future work.

Cake, crisps, and chat: 2pm - 4pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy - St. Francis Hall; Join Rev. Mindy Bell at the Multifaith Chaplaincy for an informal space to hang out and be nourished by conversation, crisps, and cake.

Student Christian Movement Meeting: 6:30pm - 8pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy (St Francis Hall); Student Christian Movement (SCM) Birmingham has free food and good discussions about what it means to follow Jesus. People of all church backgrounds, and none, are welcome to attend this inclusive community.

Thu 22nd October

Talking Space@UoB: 10am - 6pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Coffee Morning in the Researcher Suite: 11am - noon; Main Library First Floor Researcher Suite; Take a break and join the Research Skills Team for an informal coffee morning in the first-floor Researcher Suite, Main Library. Drop in for a cuppa, a biscuit, and a friendly chat about all things library and research related. No need to book.

Preparing for your Assignments: Getting started with referencing: noon - 1pm; Online; Being able to reference resources correctly is a key academic skill. This workshop will introduce you to some key principles of referencing as well as highlight the main styles (like Harvard) used at UoB.

PGR-Led Activities Fund - Drop-in: 1pm - 5pm; Westmere House; Interested in organising an activity or event for your fellow postgraduate researchers? Join our PGR-Led Activities Fund drop-in session to learn about available funding, discuss your ideas, and get practical guidance on developing an application.

Foundations: Construction Law Training: 2:30pm - 5:30pm; Online; "Foundations" is a free training programme delivered by the City of London Law Society introducing you to construction law in England and Wales, across five Thursday afternoon sessions, with presentations and interactive Q&As. Book by 30 September.

Bread and Belief: Making Bread, Exploring Authenticity: 5pm - 7pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy; What is real and not “performed”? Bread & Belief ponders the value of authenticity power as we bake, eat bread, and take bread home, All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.

Sexual health advice with Umbrella: 5pm - 7pm; Shackleton Reception, The Vale Village; Stop by the Umbrella Stall for free, confidential sexual health support at your student accommodation! Get expert advice, free contraception, and private STI testing – all in one place.

40 Years of Handsworth Songs: Film Screening and Q&A Panel: 6:30pm - 8:30pm; Mockingbird Cinema, The Custard Factory, Birmingham B9 4AA; A screening and panel discussion marking the 40th anniversary of the multi-awarding winning documentary feature film Handsworth Songs.

Fri 23rd October

Muddy Explorers: Stay and play for 6m-5yos: 10am - 11am; The Oaks Day Nursey, Bristol Road; A stay-and-play group designed for young adventurers; Muddy Explorers gives children the chance to let their imaginations run wild and develop real-life skills at The Oak’s award-winning Forest School. Ages 6m-5yo, from £8.50.

Talking Space@UoB: 1pm - 9pm; Wellbeing Lodge, North Gate; Talking Space@UoB is a a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment where you can drop-in for a listening ear, some guidance, or simply a space to pause and reflect. Sometimes, a conversation can make all the difference.

Jummah Prayers: 23rd October 1:15pm - 24th October 1:15pm; Oak 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.

Friday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Friday Evening Mass and end the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sun 25th October

Sunday Morning Mass: 10am - 11am; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Morning Mass and welcome the day with prayer, scripture and reflection.

Sunday Evening Mass: 5:30pm - 7pm; Cadbury Room, Multifaith Chaplaincy; Join our Catholic chaplain for Evening Mass and spend time in prayer, scripture and reflection.

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