Month: April 2022

York Festival of Ideas 2022 – programme and free tickets available

York Festival of Ideas returns from 11 to 24 June with an eclectic programme featuring over 150 free online and in-person events. Presented under the banner of The Next Chapter, this year’s Festival promises to educate, entertain and inspire with an array of talks, performances, family activities and panel discussions. With events covering 16 different … Continue reading York Festival of Ideas 2022 – programme and free tickets available

York Open Research Awards Returns

We are pleased to announce the return of the York Open Research Awards. This scheme provides an inclusive opportunity to celebrate projects and advocacy initiatives across a variety of disciplines, recognising work which encourages dialogue, reflection and broader thinking about some of the issues involved in open research and its implementation. This year’s awards have been organised in … Continue reading York Open Research Awards Returns

Food and Environment Research Agency (FERA) information session (online)

Wednesday, May 4th 2022, 16.00-17.00 Located just outside York, Fera is a national and international centre of excellence for interdisciplinary investigation and problem solving across plant and bee health, crop protection, sustainable agriculture, food and feed quality and chemical safety in the environment. Come along to this virtual session to hear more about the work … Continue reading Food and Environment Research Agency (FERA) information session (online)

Choosing to study in the UK: The thrills and the trials

Choosing to study in the UK, while already intimidating, becomes more intense when you have to decide where to study. Choosing a UK university for me was, however, a pretty easy decision. UK universities – what’s the appeal? For starters, UK universities are globally upheld and recognised. Known for their vast range of courses, they … Continue reading Choosing to study in the UK: The thrills and the trials

Are UK universities worth it?

Is choosing a UK university worth it? Two years ago, I asked myself this question repeatedly. Would I regret my decision? I can confidently say I don’t. Here’s what you need to consider and why I think UK universities are worth it. Making the choice As an international student, you need to consider a multitude … Continue reading Are UK universities worth it?

Summer Internship Opportunities

The Student Internship Bureau (SIB) is advertising paid summer internship opportunities with local employers, including the University of York. Some of these are available on a part-time, hybrid working basis so may suit PGRs. More opportunities will be added over the next couple of weeks. Examples of some of the part-time roles available include: A … Continue reading Summer Internship Opportunities

Emerging Researchers’ Forum – Wine Mixer, 28 April, 18:00

Thursday 28 April, 18:00 – W/135 The Emerging Researchers’ Forum is an informal network for researchers (PhD, MRes, ECRs) to share experiences, offer peer-support and socialise with those at a similar level within the university. The Forum aims to bridge the gap between PhDs and ECRs in providing a potential platform for discussions with peers … Continue reading Emerging Researchers’ Forum – Wine Mixer, 28 April, 18:00

Become a Brilliant Club tutor – PhD and ECR opportunities – 2022-23

The Brilliant Club is an award-winning university access charity. They recruit and train PhD students and ECRs to support disadvantaged school pupils access the most competitive universities and succeed when they get there.  The Brilliant Club provides PhDs and ECRs training in widening participation, research communication, and teaching. Researchers are then paid to deliver academically … Continue reading Become a Brilliant Club tutor – PhD and ECR opportunities – 2022-23