News and information for all postgraduate researchers at the University of York.
This year, we’re expanding University Mental Health Day into a whole week of activities, under the theme ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’. With a packed list of events including wellbeing workshops to an Instagram takeover with York Student Minds, there are a range of options and resources to explore. See also our collection of wellbeing resources … Continue reading University Mental Health Day
Calling all PhD Researchers! We’re looking for an enthusiastic and committed PGR to take on our Thrive and Survive Coordinator role. This is a fixed term & part time position, for 2 years. For those of who who haven’t attended any of our popular “Thrive and Survive” series of workshops, these sessions are themed around key areas of … Continue reading Vacancy – Thrive and Survive Coordinator role
The Emerging Researchers’ Forum is a new 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 Emerging Researchers’ Forum is a new 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 short talks and discussions with peers in an … Continue reading Come to the Emerging Researchers’ Forum
We recognise the importance of promoting personal safety and we want to help you deal with harassment or aggressive behaviour should you experience it in the course of your studies or work life. We have teamed up with the Suzy Lamplugh Trust to produce some essential training, giving you the know-how to assess, manage and reduce risks. … Continue reading Dealing with harassment, stalking and conflict
I wonder how many of you will have that conversation with friends, family or colleagues over the Christmas vacation ? Whether you’re working towards a career plan, facing a change of plan, or still not sure what you want to do, the Careers and Placements team at York is here to support you. The vacation … Continue reading So what are you going to do when you finish your PhD ?
Do you have a deadline coming up or a piece of writing that’s long overdue? Or maybe some data analysis that just keeps slipping to the bottom of your to-do list? Alongside everything else that needs to fit in with our busy research lives, it can be hard to schedule devoted time in which to … Continue reading Virtual Writing Retreats
Our buddy scheme is open to new postgraduate researchers to pair with an existing PGR to help you settle into your York research experience. If you’re a new PGR, sign up for a buddy. If you’re an existing PGR, sign up to be a buddy. Our mentoring scheme is for 2nd, 3rd and final year … Continue reading Mentoring and buddying support
Missed the York Graduate Research School induction event or want a refresher? You can now view all presentations on the YGRS web pages. The York Graduate Research School induction event provides an introduction to all professional support available to you as a postgraduate researcher and gives an opportunity to celebrate the success of our current students … Continue reading Induction presentations now available
Congratulations! You are about to start on a challenging and rewarding PhD journey at the University of York. A little about myself before I jump into the fascinating details of this journey. My name is Estelia Bórquez Sánchez, and I am from Chile (South America). In August last year, I was awarded my PhD degree in … Continue reading Starting your PhD and surviving the journey