Emergency Student Support Fund – new round open

The Emergency Student Support Fund (ESSF) provides support for the unanticipated needs of students caused or exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Apply for a maximum of £500 of non-repayable funding to cover things like living costs, health-related costs, accommodation, travel expenses, and study-related costs. The Fund opens at midday today and the current round of … Continue reading Emergency Student Support Fund – new round open

Moving from three terms to two semesters – what do you think?

We’re planning to change the way we structure the academic year for taught students at York from three terms (Autumn, Spring and Summer) to two semesters, starting from the academic year 2023/24. We believe this will be better for our students – but we want to know what you think, especially if you are a … Continue reading Moving from three terms to two semesters – what do you think?

Skills training in March

Take a look at the schedule for March and sign up via Skillsforge. Wed 17 March – Careers Beyond Academia: Exploring Options Thu 18 March – Careers Beyond Academia: Interviews Tue 23 March – Preparing for Your Viva Wed 24 March – Getting Published in Peer-reviewed Journals Wed 31 March – Social Media for Researchers We hope to see you … Continue reading Skills training in March

Give your feedback in the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey

We are always looking for ways to enhance the learning and supervision experience. To do that, we need your feedback on your experience. The Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) is the only national survey of postgraduate researchers’ experience. We use the feedback to improve the experience of PGRs. The survey is an opportunity for you … Continue reading Give your feedback in the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey

Pushing through procrastination

Do you check emails or constantly find ways to distract yourself from your work? Are you very self-critical about your ability to work? Do you feel drained yet have nothing to show for it? Explore the causes of procrastination and look at practical ways to overcome putting things off. Read our tips to beat procrastination. Come … Continue reading Pushing through procrastination

Take part in our survey to help shape what we say about York

As we develop our University Strategy, we’re exploring different ways of talking in our communications, so we can better connect with you and others. Please could you spare five minutes to let us know the words and messages that best resonate with you? There are three simple questions and you’ll be shown a number of … Continue reading Take part in our survey to help shape what we say about York

WUN ECR Networking Workshop: Registration open

The next session in the Worldwide Universities Network (WUN) Early Career Researcher International Network Development Series is now open for registration. The focus area of this session is Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, and will take place on Wednesday 24 March. The workshops are intended to bring together early career researchers from … Continue reading WUN ECR Networking Workshop: Registration open

Design the new Anne Lister College shield

Be part of York’s history and enter a unique competition to design the shield for the new Anne Lister College, opening September 2021. We’re looking for draft ideas or completed designs. Submit your design by Friday 23 April. Find out more about the Anne Lister College shield competition

Asia Career Insights Series

Connect with organisations and discover career opportunities across Asia The Asia Careers Insight Series offers an opportunity to familiarise yourself with organisations looking to hire students and graduates across Asia. During March 2021, you will be able to attend a series of employer presentations, panel discussions and skills workshops to help you enhance your employability … Continue reading Asia Career Insights Series