The 10th Annual Postgraduate Research Conference – 1 Day to Go!
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The Doctoral College kindly invites you to attend the 10th Annual Postgraduate Research Conference taking place in the Fusion Building, Talbot Campus.
The Annual Postgraduate Research Conference is an opportunity to listen to and engage with current postgraduate research taking place at BU. Organised and hosted by the Doctoral College this cross-faculty and interdisciplinary conference supports postgraduate researchers at all stages in presenting their research to their peers and colleagues across BU.
There will be oral, poster and photography presentations taking place throughout the day with a networking opportunity at the end.
If you have any questions please email pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk. We look forward to seeing you.
British Federation of Women Graduates: Research Presentations Day
Saturday May 12th 2018 (10.30am – 4.00pm)
At BFWG HQ: 4 Mandeville Courtyard, 142 Battersea Park Road, London SW11 4NB
Are you a postgraduate woman student? Do you have research you would like to present to a discerning audience – and have the chance of winning a small prize of £120 for the best presentation to a general audience? Or would you like to join with us just to listen to other postgraduate women students presenting their research? The British Federation of Women Graduates Research Presentations Day (RPD) offers these opportunities. Past attendees, both presenters and audience, have found the Day thoroughly enjoyable and helpful in developing presentation skills.
If you think you would like to submit an abstract please go to the following webpages www.bfwg.org.uk where you can find more details and an abstract form. Closing date for applications is Saturday March 24th 2018.
All, postgraduates and anyone else interested (male or female), are welcome to attend as audience. Bona fide students (UG or PG) come free. For others there is a charge of £10. A sandwich lunch is included. For further information or to express interest in attending, please contact: rpd@bfwg.org.uk
Sent on the behalf of the Doctoral College, Researcher Development Programme 
This month Vitae’s ‘Focus on theme’ is realising your potential.
‘Your doctorate is more than a research project, it is an invaluable opportunity to develop yourself professionally and progress in your career. Make sure you make the most of this time by thinking about, and planning for, what comes next!
Whether you are just starting out or already juggling many balls; browse our advice, guidance and tools to help you. This ‘focus on’ is designed to help you think through your career goals, and discover the myriad of ways in which you can realise your potential as a researcher.’
Find out more on this topic and a whole range of resources offered by Vitae on their website.
The Doctoral College RDP workshops up until June 2018 are available to book for PGRs via the myBU BU: Doctoral College Community. If you are a PGR and cannot view this community please let us know and we will add you.
If you have any questions regarding PGR development or the Researcher Development Programme please get in touch with Natalie or Clare (Research Skills and Development Officers) at pgrskillsdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk.
Only a few more days left to get your application in for the inaugural Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition ⏱.
Find out more information about eligibility, prizes and how to apply on the Doctoral College Research Development Hub.
For any queries please email Natalie or Clare at PGRskillsdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Do you want to showcase your PhD? Raise the profile of your research? Be in with the chance of winning over £500 worth in prizes?
If the answer is yes to any of the above then the 3MT® might be the opportunity for you.
The 3MT® competition cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills.
Presenting in a 3MT® competition increases capacity to effectively explain research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience.
Eligibility: Active PhD and Professional Doctorate candidates who have successfully passed their transfer milestone (including candidates whose thesis is under submission) by the date of their first presentation are eligible to participate. If your Viva Voce will take place before the date of the University final (7 June 2018) you are not eligible to enter the competition.
Eligible applicants should submit a fully completed application form, to the Research Skills and Development Officers at PGRskillsdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk by midnight on Monday 5 February 2018.
We look forward to receiving your application.

The Doctoral College is happy to announce that this year we will be running the first official Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) event at BU. 3MT® is an academic research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland celebrating the exciting research conducted by PhD students around the world.
The competition cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. Presenting in a 3MT® competition increases capacity to effectively explain research in three minutes, in a language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. Competitors are allowed one static PowerPoint slide, but no other resources or props.
Watch this year’s 3MT® UK finalists presentations which was hosted at the Vitae Researcher Development International Conference where the winner received a £3,000 grant to spend on public engagement activity (sponsored by RCUK).
The BU University winner will receive up to £400 towards a conference of their choice, plus entry into the Vitae National 3MT® competition, plus a £100 Amazon voucher.
In order to be considered for a place in the University heat you must submit a fully completed application form, to PGRskillsdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk by midnight on Monday 5 February 2018. For full eligibility, judging and prizes please visit the website.
The Doctoral C
ollege would like to present the January monthly update.
Happy New Year! This monthly update is for PGRs and their supervisors to outline upcoming research skills and development opportunities including events, workshops and networking opportunities supported by the Doctoral College. In this update we would like to promote the 3 Minute Thesis (3MT®) event, R.E.D talks, the Researcher Development Programme for 2017-18, and the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference.
We are very happy to announce that registration for the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference is now open. To book onto the conference please go to the Researcher Development Hub on the website. These exciting development opportunities are taking place now so check out our application processes and booking information to advance your current skills, knowledge and networks.
Don’t forget to check out the Doctoral College Facebook page.

The 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference abstract deadline is today. BU PGRs are invited to submit oral, poster or photography abstract to pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk by midnight tonight, Thursday 4 January 2018.
Please ensure you follow the how to apply guidance (pdf 253kb) and you can download the Application Form (docx 545kb) here.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference abstract deadline is near. BU PGRs are invited to submit oral, poster or photography abstract to pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk by midnight, Thursday 4 January 2018.
Please ensure you follow the how to apply guidance (pdf 253kb) and you can download the Application Form (docx 545kb) here.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference abstract deadline is near. BU PGRs are invited to submit oral, poster or photography abstract to pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk by midnight, Thursday 4 January 2018.
Please ensure you follow the how to apply guidance (pdf 253kb) and you can download the Application Form (docx 545kb) here.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Are you a PGR or do you know a PGR looking for an opportunity to share their research with peers and academic colleagues? If so, then the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference hosted by the Doctoral College is the opportunity for you.
With only 1 week to go The 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference abstract deadline is near. BU PGRs are invited to submit oral, poster or photography abstract to pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk by Thursday 4 January 2018 in order to be considered.
Please ensure you follow the how to apply guidance (pdf 253kb) and you can download the Application Form (docx 545kb) here.
Oral Presentation: 1st Prize £150; 2nd Prize £100; 3rd Prize £75
Poster Presentation: 1st Prize £100; 2nd Prize £75; 3rd Prize £50
Photo Presentation: Winner £50
*All prizes will be in the form of Amazon Vouchers
Successful oral presentations will be supported by a one day masterclass in presentation skills and successful poster presentations will be supported by a masterclass in creating an academic poster.
PGRs at all stages, on all research degree programmes, can apply.
Registration to attend the conference will open on Monday 8 January 2018.
Are you a PGR or do you know a PGR looking for an opportunity to share their research with peers and academic colleagues? If so, then the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference hosted by the Doctoral College is the opportunity for you.
With only 2 weeks to go The 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference abstract deadline is soon approaching. BU PGRs are invited to submit oral, poster or photography abstract to pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk by Thursday 4 January 2018 in order to be considered.
Please ensure you follow the how to apply guidance (pdf 253kb) and you can download the Application Form (docx 545kb) here.
Oral Presentation: 1st Prize £150; 2nd Prize £100; 3rd Prize £75
Poster Presentation: 1st Prize £100; 2nd Prize £75; 3rd Prize £50
Photo Presentation: Winner £50
*All prizes will be in the form of Amazon Vouchers
Successful oral presentations will be supported by a one day masterclass in presentation skills and successful poster presentations will be supported by a masterclass in creating an academic poster.
PGRs at all stages, on all research degree programmes, can apply.
Registration to attend the conference will open on Monday 8 January 2018.
Are you a PGR or do you know a PGR looking for an opportunity to share their research with peers and academic colleagues? If so, then the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference hosted by the Doctoral College is the opportunity for you.
With only 3 weeks do go The 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference abstract deadline is soon approaching. BU PGRs are invited to submit oral, poster or photography abstract to pgconference@bournemouth.ac.uk by Thursday 4 January 2018 in order to be considered.
Please ensure you follow the how to apply guidance (pdf 253kb) and you can download the Application Form (docx 545kb) here.
Oral Presentation: 1st Prize £150; 2nd Prize £100; 3rd Prize £75
Poster Presentation: 1st Prize £100; 2nd Prize £75; 3rd Prize £50
Photo Presentation: Winner £50
*All prizes will be in the form of Amazon Vouchers
Successful oral presentations will be supported by a one day masterclass in presentation skills and successful poster presentations will be supported by a masterclass in creating an academic poster.
Registration to attend the conference will open on Monday 8 January 2018.
This guide includes information and support with:
The link to the full guide can be found here.
The Doctoral C
ollege would like to present the December monthly update
This monthly update is for PGRs and their supervisors to outline upcoming research skills and development opportunities including events, workshops and networking opportunities supported by the Doctoral College. In this update we would like to introduce the inaugural 3 Minute Thesis (3MT®) event, R.E.D talks, the Researcher Development Programme for 2017-18 (January to July sessions now bookable), and the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference.
We are very happy to announce that our Keynote Speaker for the 10th Annual Postgraduate Conference is Professor Lee Miles from the BU’s Disaster Management Centre. With the deadline soon approaching, don’t forget to submit an application for oral, poster and photography presentations to present your research to your peers and colleagues.
These exciting development opportunities are taking place now so check out our application processes and booking information to advance your current skills, knowledge and networks.
Don’t forget to check out out the Doctoral College Facebook page and Researcher Development Hub on the website.