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
Data Discoveries: the power of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence across subjects
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
SafePods and the SafePod Network: a researcher’s guide – 29 September 10am
We know the SafePod service is important to researchers who need to access sensitive datasets for their research. This webinar will highlight what’s on offer, so that those who may benefit from using a SafePod know about the service and how to use it. Registration is now open for this online webinar on Eventbrite.
Cost of living increases to stipends for UKRI and UoY funded PGRs for academic year 2022/23
Dear PGRs, As you may be aware, the UKRI has published a statement on ukri.org announcing their decision to increase the UKRI minimum doctoral stipend. I will talk more about that below and how this will work for both UKRI and University of York funded PGRs. Importantly, I realise that the majority of York’s PGRs … Continue reading Cost of living increases to stipends for UKRI and UoY funded PGRs for academic year 2022/23
Worried about the impact of Covid-19 on your research programme?
Various contingency measures remain in place to help you deal with any impact that Covid-19 may have had on your research and consequently on progression, submission and examination: Progression If you are concerned about progression please speak to your supervisor. You can opt to submit a Covid progression statement to explain to your progression panel … Continue reading Worried about the impact of Covid-19 on your research programme?
Survey – Impact of Covid on PGRs
Since Spring 2020, many educational programmes have had to be offered on-line or with hybrid delivery, due to COVID-19. This change has affected the way we undertake our activities and deliver our services. New learning structures and support were designed and offered to enable the learning process of PhD students. Also, education and services offered … Continue reading Survey – Impact of Covid on PGRs
5 Reasons To Become a PGR Buddy
Each year, hundreds of new PhD students become part of our PGR community at York, and we need your help to make them feel welcome! Here’s 5 reasons why you should sign up to become a PGR Buddy today: Fresh starts can be awesome, but scary! ~ Everyone remembers the excitement of getting started on … Continue reading 5 Reasons To Become a PGR Buddy
Studying for a PhD – The Inside Story: Online Q & A for prospective PhD students
Date: Tuesday 26 July 2022, 12 – 1pm Are you interested in studying a PhD and from an underrepresented group*? The Yorkshire Consortium for Equity in Doctoral Education (YCEDE) partners; the Universities of York, Sheffield, Bradford, Leeds and Sheffield Hallam University are running a Q & A webinar on 26 July from 12-1pm where you can meet … Continue reading Studying for a PhD – The Inside Story: Online Q & A for prospective PhD students
Exploring Resilience and Work-life Balance: Combating Imposter Syndrome
Due to high demand, we’ve added an additional date for our highly popular Exploring Resilience and Work-life Balance: Combating Imposter Syndrome workshop. 25th July 2022, 10:00-12:00, Online This session, tailored to the research environment, and led by former academic researcher Steve Hutchinson, will focus on the Inner Game of being a researcher. He’ll examine the beliefs that help and … Continue reading Exploring Resilience and Work-life Balance: Combating Imposter Syndrome
In-person summer study sessions
Are you struggling to find the motivation to sit down and study? Then attending the GSA Study Sessions might just be what you need! In addition to our online summer writing retreats, find your motivation with the GSA. The next in-person study session is on Tuesday 26 July. Come along and discover the benefits of … Continue reading In-person summer study sessions