In recognition of the importance of PGRs to York’s research and teaching endeavours, the University has agreed to support our PGR community who are particularly affected by the cost of living crisis. PGRs who are not in receipt of funding for their postgraduate research, i.e. are self-funded, will be eligible for a £500 lump-sum payment. … Continue reading Cost of living support for self-funded PGRs
Identity, Engagement and Inclusion in Research 19th October, 11:00-12:00, Online This workshop will take the form of a panel-based discussion, examining topics such as how our own identities have shaped our research practices; engagement, inclusion and recruitment of marginalised groups in research; and how we can reduce the bridge between researchers and participants. Deadline 17th … Continue reading October: Upcoming researcher development sessions
Self-funded PhD students can apply for funding to attend research training events when other funding options have been exhausted. The fund may be bid into to support attendance at conferences held either in or outside the UK. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the relevance of the conference to their specific PhD project and what … Continue reading Apply for the YGRS Conference Fund
The Library’s Family Study Room is now open. We want everyone to be able to use the Library without barriers or limits; the Family Study Room is one way to enable our students with children to succeed in their academic endeavours. The Family Study Room is a dual use space, with half of the room … Continue reading Library Family Study Room is now open
The GSA are currently advertising a new part-time Communications and Events Coordinator role. Application deadline: 19 October 2022 Find out more
Please take a look at our Professional Development & Skills Programme – and see below for a couple of upcoming sessions we’d like to highlight to you. Please note that bookings close in advance of each session – so book soon to avoid missing out! Academic Careers: What’s Involved? 4th October, 9:30-11:00, Online This session will provide an … Continue reading Upcoming researcher training sessions
Careers and Placements are recruiting a small team of postgraduates to help facilitate Community Projects for the Autumn Term. These are part time paid roles (£14.06 per hour) and would suit those who are interested in developing their teaching experience or gaining experience in heritage, sustainability or working with City of York Council. Community Projects … Continue reading Paid Community Projects Facilitator roles
We are now accepting applications for our Postgraduate Student Ambassador scheme. Work flexibly alongside your study and help prospective York students to find out more about their postgraduate study options. Applications close on Sunday 2 October 2022. For more information and to apply, please see our Postgraduate Student Ambassador web pages.
We know new postgraduate researchers will be busy over the next few weeks, but there are a few things that you can do to make using IT easier: Get your computer, phone or tablet ready to connect to the University wifi before you leave home – this means that your devices will connect as soon … Continue reading Using IT at the University of York
Are you drowning in Data? Don’t think you’re making the most of your data? Don’t despair! This September, dip into our two-week interdisciplinary showcase. With events and selection boxes of talks across all three faculties, we’ll be showcasing data science and the power of machine learning/artificial intelligence across research at York. Perfect for staff and … Continue reading Data Discoveries: the power of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence across subjects
