Did you know postgraduates make up 40% of our student community? We've got lots of events for our whole student community, but we know sometimes you want events and activities designed exclusively for postgraduate students. Explore our range of events for postgraduate taught and postgraduate research students.

Postgraduate Taught (PGT) programmes include: MA, MSc, MBA, MEd, LLM, MPH, Maths SKE, MPA, PG Affiliate, PG Certificate, PG Dip Ed, PG Diploma, and PGCE.​ Postgraduate Research (PGR) programmes include: PhD, PhD with integrated study, MPhil, MMus, MRes, MA by Research, MSc by Research, MLitt, EngD, DDS, MD, Higher doctorates and Professional doctorates.

Our postgraduate exclusive events

A student leans over a laptop in concentration Planning for success for PGRs
25th November 2pm - 4pm
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
Designed primarily for Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) in the very early stages of their research programme (approximately during the first three months), this workshop cover research project management techniques.
Postgraduate
Four students sit around a low table chatting in the Oasis Lounge Postgrad & Early Career Researcher Conversation & Cake
25th November 2pm - 3pm
Oasis Lounge, St Francis Hall
Take some time out of your day and connect with other postgrads and early career researchers at the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Postgraduate
A student studying in a library full of books. PGR Shut Up and Work
28th November 9:30am - 4:30pm
Online
Online, monthly co-working sessions for PGRs from all colleges and years of study. Come tackle your to-do list and get more done!
Postgraduate
Four students sit around a low table chatting in the Oasis Lounge Postgrad & Early Career Researcher Conversation & Cake
2nd December 2pm - 3pm
Oasis Lounge, St Francis Hall
Take some time out of your day and connect with other postgrads and early career researchers at the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Postgraduate
Two students in lab coats look at something together Working effectively with your supervisor for PGRs
3rd December 10am - 11:30am
Online
Understand what to expect from the supervisor-researcher relationship as a Postgraduate Research (PGR) students and how to get the most from your supervisory team, and the support available to complement your supervision.
Postgraduate
A group of students and an academic sit around a table in discussion Interview Skills: Top Tips for Postgrads
3rd December 1pm - 2:30pm
Online
Understand more about interview situations both within and beyond academia, and know how to manage yourself and do yourself justice in interviews. This event counts as one of the Masterclasses for the Postgraduate Professional Development Award.
Careers Network | Postgraduate
A student working on a laptop Literature searching training for PGRs
3rd December 2pm - 4pm
Online
Get hints and tips for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students to help you plan your search strategy and manage the results.
Postgraduate
Two people sit chatting in a training room Development needs analysis for PGRs
4th December 10am - noon
Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library
The Development Needs Analysis (GRS1) form is a mandatory requirement of Postgraduate Research (PGR) programmes and must be completed annually. This practical workshop supports the process and supports you in identifying your development needs.
Postgraduate
A student and staff member sit at a table in conversation Using EndNote Q&A session for PGRs
4th December 11am - noon
Online
Completed the EndNote training and got questions? Join a question and answer session with the Research Skills Team. This session is for Postgraduate Research (PGR) students.
Postgraduate
5 students sitting around a picnic table. PGR Christmas on Campus Meet-up
4th December 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Chancellor's Court
Join your UGS Scholars and PGR community for Christmas on Campus! We'll meet and go to the event together for a festive social.
University Graduate School | Postgraduate | Christmas on Campus
Two students on a deck chair PGR Film Club
5th December 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Westmere House
A PGR-Led Monthly Film Club for postgraduate researchers. Join us to watch a film and chat about it! December is our Christmas special, with a festive film choice to celebrate the season.
University Graduate School | Postgraduate | Christmas on Campus
Four students sit around a low table chatting in the Oasis Lounge Postgrad & Early Career Researcher Conversation & Cake
9th December 2pm - 3pm
Oasis Lounge, St Francis Hall
Take some time out of your day and connect with other postgrads and early career researchers at the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy.
Multi-Faith Chaplaincy | Postgraduate
5 students sitting around a picnic table. PGR Westmere Christmas Party
10th December 3pm - 5pm
Westmere House
A festive PGR social to celebrate the end of term, with games, food, and drink to help you get into the festive spirit with your PGR community!
University Graduate School | Postgraduate | Christmas on Campus
A student studying in a library full of books. PGR Shut Up and Work
12th December 9:30am - 3pm
PGR SUAW Teams site
Online, monthly co-working sessions for PGRs from all colleges and years of study. Come tackle your to-do list and get more done!
Postgraduate
A student playing a racket game PGR Social Badminton
16th December 2pm - 3pm
Slater Hall, Sports and Fitness Centre
An informal, social badminton event for PGRs of all levels to relax and meet new people. Racquets and Shuttlecocks are provided!
University Graduate School | Postgraduate
A person sits at a table Preparing for your viva for PGRs
19th December 10am - 11am
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.
Postgraduate
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