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Wed 14th January

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.

Tue 20th January

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 21st January

A student wearing headphones stands at a PC in the library Reading and note-making
3:30pm - 5pm
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!

Fri 23rd January

A student working on a laptop AI for academic writing for PGRs
10am - noon
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
Explore effective and appropriate use of generative AI tools in the context of academic writing and the University's regulations and guidelines for the assessment of research degree theses.

Tue 27th January

A student speaks to a staff member at a stand in the Great Hall Making the most of conferences
2pm - 4pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
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.

Thu 29th January

A student on their phone in a social space Planning for success
2pm - 4pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Designed primarily for postgraduate researchers (PGRs) in the very early stages of their research programme (approximately during the first three months), this workshop covers research project management techniques.

Mon 2nd February

A student smiles whilst working on a laptop Writing clearly and concisely
2pm - 4pm
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
Sharpen up your writing to communicate your research and ideas more effectively. This will be most useful for those who have already drafted some texts.

Wed 4th February

Two people having a conversation Working effectively with your supervisor
10am - noon
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Understand what to expect from the supervisor-PGR relationship, how to get the most from your supervisory team, and the support available to complement your supervision.
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop PGT Essentials: Getting started with your research strategy
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Where do you begin when faced with a broad research topic? How do you turn an idea into a precise, effective search for related literature? Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop followed by a Q&A where you can ask questions.

Thu 5th February

Students sit around circular tables chatting Starting to write for PGRs
10am - noon
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
An introduction to the writing process, your knowledge of yourself as a writer, and strategies for planning and creating text, suitable for those at the beginning of their development as postgraduate research level academic writers.
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Supporting your Dissertation: Writing your literature review
noon - 1pm
Online
The literature review is an important component of a dissertation. This workshop, hosted by the ASC, will explore what an effective literature review involves, focusing on how to structure a review, and how to write critically about the literature.

Mon 9th February

Vitae's Researcher Development Framework Development Needs Analysis
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
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 10th February

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Building on your Skills: Using EndNote to store references
1pm - 2pm
Online
New to reference management software or EndNote 21? Come along to this session, hosted by the ASC, which will cover the basics: loading EndNote 21, importing references, creating groups, and connecting your EndNote 21 library with MS Word.

Wed 11th February

Three students sit chatting in front of a poster display board Designing and presenting your poster at conferences
9am - 11am
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Learn how to maximise the opportunity to communicate your research in a highly visual way using a poster. Understand the nature of a poster session, how to create visual impact, and how to use PowerPoint in this context.
Three people look at a computer screen together Structuring your thesis
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
Already have some draft texts but unsure how these might fit together in a logical thesis structure? This highly interactive workshop will cover common thesis structures and strategies for creating your own.
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Supporting your dissertation: Writing Writing skills (secondary research)
1pm - 2pm
Online
This workshop, hosted by the ASC, will focus on some key writing skills for your dissertations. Including: Signposting to structure your argument. Writing critically. What to include in your introduction and conclusion. Approaches to editing.

Thu 12th February

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva
10am - 11am
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.

Tue 17th February

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Supporting your dissertation: Writing Writing skills (primary research)
1pm - 2pm
Online
This workshop, hosted by the ASC, will focus on some key writing skills for your dissertations. Including: Signposting to structure your argument. Writing critically. What to include in your introduction and conclusion. Approaches to editing.
A student on their phone in a social space Planning for success
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Designed primarily for postgraduate researchers (PGRs) in the very early stages of their research programme (approximately during the first three months), this workshop covers research project management techniques.

Wed 18th February

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop PGT Essentials: Critical Thinking
1:30pm - 3pm
Online
Join the Academic Skills Centre for for an online workshop on critical thinking, including strategies for success and expert advice, followed by a Q&A where you can ask any questions related to critical thinking and writing.
A student sits at a table with a laptop, chatting to a staff member Reviewing the literature
2pm - 4pm
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
Understand the nature of a quality literature review and how to effectively synthesise the literature you have read in your thesis.

Thu 19th February

Two people look at a vase illuminated by a ring light Unearthing the past: using archives and special collections
10am - noon
Cadbury Research Library, Lower Ground Floor, Muirhead Tower
Get an introduction to archives and a practical guide to special collections departments. Explore how archives and special collections can be best used for your research. Go behind the scenes at the Cadbury Research Library.
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Building on your Skills: Improve your academic writing
noon - 1pm
Online
Looking to develop your academic writing style further? This workshop, hosted by the ASC, will help you to: Develop your academic voice. Integrate critical discussion. Understand how to make your writing clear and concise.

Fri 20th February

A student in conversation with someone out of view Introduction to presentation skills
10am - noon
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Are you a postgraduate researcher who wants to build your confidence in delivering presentations? This workshop covers the basics of a good presentation, including structure and visual aids. Get peer feedback on an informal presentation of your own.

Tue 24th February

A student working on a laptop AI for academic writing for PGRs
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Explore effective and appropriate use of generative AI tools in the context of academic writing and the University's regulations and guidelines for the assessment of research degree theses.

Wed 25th February

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Building on your Skills: Critical thinking - how to get a first
1pm - 2pm
Online
In this workshop, hosted by the ASC, we’ll explore how to apply critical thinking skills to your writing in order to achieve higher marks in your assignments.

Thu 26th February

A student smiles sitting at a desk Increasing your productivity
3:30pm - 5pm
Online
As postgraduate researchers (PGRs), we cannot change the number of hours in a day, but we can use them as effectively as possible. This workshop encourages you to understand your own working preferences to be as productive as possible.

Tue 3rd March

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Building on your Skills: Reflective writing
1pm - 2pm
Online
Increasingly, assignments have a reflective component. You might be asked to reflect on your learning, your writing, or your practice. Whatever the context, this workshop hosted by the ASC, will help you get you started with your reflective writing.

Wed 4th March

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop PGT Essentials: Developing your writing
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Join the Academic Skills Centre for this online workshop on developing your academic writing, structuring your essays, and writing more critically, followed by a Q&A where you can ask any questions related to academic writing.

Thu 5th March

Students sit around circular tables chatting Starting to write for PGRs
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
An introduction to the writing process, your knowledge of yourself as a writer, and strategies for planning and creating text, suitable for those at the beginning of their development as postgraduate research level academic writers.

Fri 6th March

A student smiles whilst working on a laptop Writing clearly and concisely
9am - 10:30am
Online
Sharpen up your writing to communicate your research and ideas more effectively. This will be most useful for those who have already drafted some texts.

Tue 10th March

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.

Wed 11th March

A student wearing headphones stands at a PC in the library Reading and note-making
11am - 1pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
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!
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Building on your Skills: Writing introductions and conclusions
1pm - 2pm
Online
This workshop, hosted by the ASC, focuses on structure, content and wording, providing you with clear strategies and tips for writing introductions and conclusions.

Thu 12th March

A student speaks to a staff member at a stand in the Great Hall Making the most of conferences
11am - 12:30pm
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.

Fri 13th March

A student in conversation with someone out of view Introduction to presentation skills
11:30am - 1pm
Online
Are you a postgraduate researcher who wants to build your confidence in delivering presentations? This workshop covers the basics of a good presentation, including structure and visual aids. Get peer feedback on an informal presentation of your own.

Mon 16th March

A student sits at a table with a laptop, chatting to a staff member Reviewing the literature
1pm - 2:30pm
Online
Understand the nature of a quality literature review and how to effectively synthesise the literature you have read in your thesis.

Tue 17th March

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.

Wed 18th March

Three people look at a computer screen together Structuring your thesis
10am - noon
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
Already have some draft texts but unsure how these might fit together in a logical thesis structure? This highly interactive workshop will cover common thesis structures and strategies for creating your own.
A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready
2pm - 4pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
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.
An ASC advisor delivering a workshop PGT Essentials: Managing your research project
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Managing your PGT research project for the first time can be overwhelming and unfamiliar. Join the ASC for this online workshop on time management, working with your supervisor and getting started with your project, followed by a Q&A.

Mon 23rd March

Two people having a conversation Working effectively with your supervisor
2pm - 3:30pm
Online
Understand what to expect from the supervisor-PGR relationship, how to get the most from your supervisory team, and the support available to complement your supervision.

Wed 25th March

An ASC advisor delivering a workshop Building on your Skills: Exams and revision
1pm - 2pm
Online
This workshop, hosted by the ASC, will help you prepare for your exams. It will help reflect on your own approaches to revision, consider different strategies for revising, and ensure you’re prepared on the day for the exam.

Mon 13th April

A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva
2pm - 3pm
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.

Wed 29th April

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.

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.

Thu 16th July

A student sits at a laptop, in conversation Getting your thesis ready
2pm - 4pm
Main Library Fourth Floor Training Room
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.

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 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.
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