Tag: Master’s Students

CfAE ‘Writing a research paper’ sessions (27 May, 03, 10 & 17 June 2026)

Writing a paper for publication?

Register for CfAE’s ‘Writing a research paper’ activity sessions.

In these sessions, you will be trained to become more reader-aware through guided analysis of published research papers to identify the structure, language and strategies used by successful writers in your field. This training will both speed up your writing and ensure your paper truly communicates the value of your research to an increasingly global and interdisciplinary readership. Many participants who’ve benefited from this training have fed back that it’s transformed their approach to writing papers.

In case you’re not aware, all members of Imperial (whether or not English is their first language) at all stages of their degree or academic career have the opportunity to benefit from CfAE provision.

These weekly 50-minute sessions are offered online.

Upcoming sessions:

Writing a successful abstract: Wednesday 27 May 16.00-17.00

Writing a successful introduction: Wednesday 3 June 16.00-17.00

Writing a successful results section: Wednesday 10 June 16.00-17.00

Writing a successful discussion and conclusions section: Wednesday 17 June 16.00-17.00

Reserve your place by filling out the registration form.

Further information: Work on your writing in guided activity sessions

 

Grantham Institute seeking volunteers for Great Exhibition Road Festival

The Grantham Institute is looking for volunteers to take part in this year’s Great Exhibition Road Festival at three stalls on Sat 6 June from 12 – 6pm and Sun 7 June 2025 from 11am – 6pm. We will offer gift vouchers as a token thank you to volunteers, unless you are able to arrange time off in lieu.

  1. Grantham’s Climate Friendly Pop Up Kitchen in Exhibition Road. This popular award-winning stall will offer a selection of plant-based food samples, recipe cards, info leaflets and interactive games about sustainable food. The aim is to show that climate friendly cooking is healthy, affordable and delicious.This would suit someone who’s passionate about food, particularly plant-based food – and keen to talk to the public about small changes we can make to benefit the planet.

  2. The Eco Pawprint of our Pets in the Family Fun Zone near the Albert Memorial demonstrate the ecological damage pets flea and tick treatments can do to wildlife, giving visitors the chance to learn how to reduce use of these and how to dispose of them safely if a pet has fleas. The stall will be run by Imperial’s PREPP team of vets, ecologists and water experts. There will be interactive activities including testing river water samples to check the prevalence of flea and tick treatments, looking at fleas under a microscope and an art activity for kids creating dragonflies, butterflies and bees – all at threat from these treatments – as part of a vibrant collage.This would suit someone who’s an animal/ nature lover, keen to do engagement with families and young children or who has creative skills.

  3. The Urban Wildlife stall in the Underground Adventure Zone in Princess Gardens will offer visitors the chance to make seed bombs packed with wildflower seeds to plant in their garden, park or in a window box. The team will also offer their Decision Tree, advising on the most pollinator friendly plants you can grow on windowsills/ balconies/ patios and gardens. Visitors will also be able to play the Scurry through the City boardgame, which focuses on the importance of pocket parks, planters and pollinator friendly flowers.This would suit someone passionate about nature and ecology happy to chat with kids and adults alike.

Time slots

You can volunteer for one or more timeslots on one or both stalls.

Saturday
10.30am – 12noon Setting up
12noon – 2pm Chatting to visitors, playing interactive games etc
2 – 4pm As above
4 – 6pm As above
6 – 7pm Tidying up

Sunday
10.30am – 11am Setting up
11am – 2pm Chatting to visitors, playing interactive games etc
2 – 4pm As above
4 – 6pm As above
6 – 7.30pm Tidying up

Please contact Linsey Wynton, l.wynton@imperial.ac.uk, with the activity you would like to support and the date and times you are available ASAP. Online briefings meeting for volunteers will take place ahead of the festival.

Venture Catalyst Challenge 2026 – Applications Open (deadline: 14 June)

Applications are now open for the Venture Catalyst Challenge (VCC) 2026, Imperial’s flagship entrepreneurial competition for Students, Alumni and Early Career Researchers.

Over three months, 25 teams will receive 1‑to‑1 coaching, expert meetings, evening workshops and pitch training to help turn bold ideas into real‑world ventures, competing across five tracks for a share of a £100,000 equity‑free prize fund.

The programme starts in August 2026, with applications open now and closing on Sunday, 14 June 2026.

Find out more and apply: https://www.imperialenterpriselab.com/programmes/vcc/

Any questions: vcc@imperial.ac.uk

Students as Actors of Change: Addressing Gender-Based Violence in Higher Education (11 June 2026)

This interactive training aims to support students in understanding gender-based violence in higher education and identifying how they can actively contribute to prevention and institutional change. The session combines key concepts, practical examples and participatory exercises to help participants reflect on their role as students and identify concrete actions they can take within their institutions. It is designed to go beyond awareness-raising by encouraging participants to connect what they learn to their own institutional context and to explore how students can contribute to change in practice.

The training is open to Bachelor, Master and PhD students across Europe, especially those involved in student organisations, equality, diversity or inclusion initiatives or those motivated to contribute to change within their institution.

11 June 2026, 15:00 – 18:00 CEST, Online    Find out more &  Register

Student Awards for Outstanding Achievement (nominate by 14 June)

Do you know a student with an outstanding achievement?

Nominations are now open for the Student Awards for Outstanding Achievement.

Whether it is exceptional charity work, a sporting success, outstanding leadership roles, creative arts endeavours or contributions to societal causes, we want to spotlight the work of our incredible students!

You are invited to nominate students for consideration for this award. Undergraduate and postgraduate students are eligible for nomination, and you are welcome to nominate as many students as you wish for consideration. Nominees must be enrolled as students on the deadline date to be eligible.

These awards are to recognise and commend outstanding achievement beyond the academic subject area. Academic achievement is not relevant and will not be considered. The aim of the award is to recognise students who have made a singular substantial contribution to an activity outside of their studies/ research. Examples of past winners can be found on the awards’ webpage.

To nominate a student, complete the form by no later than 23.59 on Sunday 14 June 2026.

CfAE ‘Effective STEMM Writing’ sessions (29 April, 06, 13 & 20 May)

Writing a dissertation this summer? Join our Successful STEMM writing sessions to upgrade your academic writing.

These live, one-hour, interactive sessions are designed to give you practical strategies to make your writing more effective, persuasive, and precise. You’ll work on strengthening clarity, coherence, and criticality, and learn how best to use GenAI to evaluate your writing. Each session combines expert guidance and targeted activities, ensuring you can apply the strategies immediately to your own writing.

The sessions are delivered online. You can sign up for as many as you like.

Demonstrating criticality in your writing: Wed 29 April 13.00-14.00

Evaluating GenAI feedback on your academic writing: Wed 6 May 13.00-14.00

Writing with coherence and cohesion: Wed 13 May 13.00-14.00

Writing with clarity: Wed 20 May 13.00-14.00

Reserve your place by filling out the registration form.

Further information: Work on your writing in guided activity sessions.

CfAE Sessions on Speaking Skills (Summer Term)

Are you coming up to a viva or other assessed presentation? Are you keen to work on your public speaking or seminar skills?

Whether you’re an undergraduate or a postgraduate, our guided activity sessions for speaking can help you achieve success on your academic journey and beyond. Sessions are designed to give you the space and opportunity to prepare and rehearse for both everyday and high-stakes activities here at Imperial. Each session includes input tailored to academic STEMM settings and structured practice opportunities. There will be expert feedback and peer review to help you hone your skills.

The live, 50-minute, interactive sessions are held at different times and on different days throughout term, so you can access what you need, when you need it. We offer both on-campus and online options; check out the schedule. You can do as many as you like.

Engagement, Funding and Impact Masterclass (03 June)

📍Engagement, Funding and Impact Masterclass: Wednesday 3 June 2026, 14.00–16.30, South Kensington Campus

Discover how public engagement can lead to and amplify research impact. This interactive masterclass includes group activities, case studies and practical insights into funding criteria.

Open to all Imperial staff, doctoral students and postgraduate research masters students. Visit our website for further details and to register for this session or secure one of the final spaces in the Core Engagement Masterclass and Communication in Engagement Masterclass on 13 May 2026.

Applications open for EDI Seed Fund 2026-27 (deadline: 08 June)

We’re excited to share that the EDI Seed Fund 2026-27 is now officially open — and applications are welcome from all Imperial staff and students.

The fund’s purpose is to support Imperial staff and students, who have ideas for projects that can make a positive impact on equality, diversity and inclusion at Imperial.

If you’ve been thinking about an initiative that could strengthen belonging, improve accessibility, or drive culture change, we’d love to hear from you. Please feel free to share this opportunity across your networks.

You can find full details, guidance, and the application form here:
🔗 https://www.imperial.ac.uk/equality/resources/seed-fund/

The deadline is Monday 8 June 2026 at 7pm.

Postgraduate Sustainable Travel Fund 2025-26

Travel funding available for postgraduate students! The Postgraduate Sustainable Travel Fund 2025-26 is accepting applications to support PG students taking more sustainable modes of travel.

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, and funds must be utilised by 30 June 2026.

Please read the guidance document before applying via this form.