Your Doctoral College newsletter
Hi everyone, and welcome back to your Doctoral College newsletter. In this week’s newsletter, you could win a shopping voucher for completing the Student Feedback Survey, join us on campus for our Christmas activities, apply for an international scholarship, attend a free lunch with fellow researchers, and learn about Warwick’s 60th anniversary celebrations in 2025.
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We’ve announced a series of exciting events throughout 2025 as we prepare to celebrate our 60th anniversary, premiering with the Festival of Innovation in January and culminating in a stunning light festival in November. This week marked 60 days until our landmark anniversary, and we can't wait to celebrate with you. Find out more!
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At Warwick, we care deeply about student wellbeing and making sure the best possible support is available for anyone in need. We’ve made significant efforts to ensure our students are safe and it’s vital that we encourage everyone to seek support and specialist help when they’re struggling. Please read more in our open letter.
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This week is your last opportunity to tell us about your experience this academic year so far, by taking part in the Student Feedback Survey. Don’t miss out! You could win 1 of 16 shopping vouchers.
In honour of Global Celebrations Week, Warwick Food Group invites you to share recipes that remind you of home, a cultural celebration, or simply your favourite dish. The winning dishes will feature on the menus or during our cultural celebrations. Plus, you'll receive a £50 voucher to spend in Warwick cafés and the option to attend a celebratory lunch with fellow winners. The competition will close on 13 December. Enter your recipe!
Up to 42 Chancellor's International Scholarships are available for exceptional PhD applicants with Overseas Fee status for 2025/26 entry. The award covers academic fees, a UKRI stipend for 3.5 years, and a Research Training Grant. Apply by 12 December.
COLIF, a partnership between The University of Warwick, Leicester, Coventry, and Aston, aims to reduce regional inequalities by connecting universities, industry, and policymakers. The programme will recruit two fellows from all academic backgrounds, by 1 March 2025 to explore and improve local, place-based innovation. Find more details and apply.
Send us your Christmas greeting
Would you like to see yourself on the big screen (Piazza) during our Christmas events? Please send us your written or video Christmas greeting for the Warwick community, to be featured! We're keen to hear festive greetings in different languages.
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We want to make sure our international community has access to support resources and important updates.
- Are you planning to travel outside of the UK as part of a research exchange, for a conference, or just for a visit? Our travelling abroad page is packed with practical guidance for a safe and hassle-free journey, including how to check visa requirements and get help.
- Too many emails? This week, Adila shares advice on how best to manage your inbox and stay organised. Read Adila's blog.
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Join the EUTOPIA Language Café to practice French, German, Italian, Spanish, or English through virtual discussions on MS Teams. Connect with students from the EUTOPIA alliance in small group conversations to improve your speaking and interpersonal skills.
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Planning for a career in teaching or research? Apply to take part in a one-day career workshop at the University of Reading. This event is open to PGRs from Black, Asian and other minoritised ethnic backgrounds who are registered as Home students, and in the final stages of research. Transport costs will be reimbursed up to £125. |
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The Doctoral College invites all PGRs to a lunch on 21 November at 12pm, in the Chancellor's Suite, Rootes Building. The event will include welcome activities for new PGRs, networking for returning PGRs, and a research poster display. Register to attend the event.
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Meet our International Student Advisor on 4 December at 12pm, in The Wolfson Research Exchange Library for an introduction to the Global Talent Visa and enjoy a free lunch with fellow researchers. Sign up here to attend.
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There’s something magical about Christmas that brings our community together.
Whether it’s connecting with friends, enjoying some festive fun with those who mean the most to you, or tucking into something tasty, we invite you to be part of Christmas at Warwick.
So, join us on campus for an exciting range of events and activities throughout November and December, and let's spread a little festive magic!
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This week, a PhD student shares their journey so far, from small victories to valuable lessons learned...
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Best wishes,
Betty
and the Doctoral College Team
Betty is a second-year PhD student in the School of Life Sciences, and PGR Coordinator in the Doctoral College, working on initiatives to enhance the postgraduate research student experience.
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Keep up to date with your teaching timetable, coursework deadlines and daily events and updates, straight to your phone.
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