Category: Courses & Workshops

Generation Delta – Preparing for PGR Study (11 June 2024)

 

Generation Delta has recently culminated its initial set of advice and guidance workshops, and it is starting training sessions for skill development of undergraduate, PGT students and alumni who identify as Black, Asian and minority ethnic women who might be interested in pursuing doctoral studies. This free training workshop will take place at the University of Plymouth on Tuesday 11th June 2024 from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. In addition, we are offering transport reimbursement up to £100 and catering. Unfortunately, we cannot cover accommodation. There are 25 spaces available. Please do not make any travel arrangements until after you receive an email from us offering you a place.

This workshop will offer two interactive training sessions led by expert instructors on:

1.    Funding opportunities available to undertake doctoral study

2.    Writing a research proposal to apply for doctoral study

 Link to register

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Making an Impact 2024 (13 May – 14 June)

Running from 13 May – 14 June 2024, this varied programme is highly inclusive, with both online and in-person sessions and content tailored to postgraduate researchers (PGRs) – to early career researchers – to mid-career researchers – and to senior colleagues. Many sessions are also relevant to research technical professionals, clinical research staff and research-related professional services staff.

Participants can use sessions as opportunities to forge sustainable relationships with colleagues from across industry and network with staff from across the University of Liverpool and our external partners, aided by the community delegate database.

View all Open sessions here

All sessions are mapped to the Making an Impact Framework, which utilises the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) perspectives and Innovate UK’s innovation themes. Participants can design their own bespoke programme of engagement to develop their knowledge, skills and attributes in a way that best suits their needs and level of experience.

Imperial after:hours – adult education classes enrolling now

With spring on the way here in London, why not join Imperial’s Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication on one of our adult education evening class courses?

You can study online or in person, on a variety of classes, including an array of languages, from Chinese, Japanese and Hindi, to French, German and Italian, as well as practical art courses in painting, photography and creative writing, and classes on history and culture. You might be interested in joining Dr Matthew Rowe exploring the History of Science, or learning about the lives of the saints in paintings, sculpture and literature with Dr Sarah James

Those who love history are well catered for too, with courses on the Cold War and the role of espionage in the cyber age, and if you want to explore science in the news why not join Dr Arkhat Abzhanov on his weekly discussion class. And there is much more besides.

Beginners welcome, and there are no assessments or exams. Imperial students and staff can enrol at a reduced rate.

Full details can be found on the CLCC Imperial after:hours website.

Virtual Introductory Medical Statistics – 09 & 10 May 2024

Virtual ‘Introductory Medical Statistics’ course – Thursday 9 (pm) to Friday 10 May (am) 2024 – one day in total

Flyer – Virtual Introductory Medical Statistics Course – 9-10 May 2024

Dear Colleagues

I am pleased to inform you of the above event.  The course, to be held on Thursday 9 (pm) to Friday 10 May (am) – one day in total – is suitable for doctors (including trainee grades), nurses, allied health professionals, clinical research fellows and postgraduate students.

  1. Course and booking details

Held online, it is an introduction to basic statistical concepts, and is run by statisticians and epidemiologists based at the National Heart and Lung Institute (NHLI), part of Imperial College.

Please note that we can accommodate 45 delegates only, and that this course fills quickly.  More information on this is under ‘b’ below. 

Registration fees (VAT doesn’t apply):

  • MSc/PhD Students: £120
  • Academic/NHS: £190
  • Corporate/other: £240

Booking link:  Virtual Introductory Medical Statistics – 9-10 May 2024 – one day in total

It will be held and recorded on Microsoft Teams, and recordings circulated afterwards.

6 CPD points are currently sought.

Further details can be accessed via the website: https://www.medstatscourse.co.uk/ .

  1. Capacity and future dates – please note:

If you are applying for funding or study leave but do not yet have the funds, or know if you will get study leave, then please contact me, on m.wheatley@imperial.ac.uk, and I will reserve a place for you on the course (up to our capacity of 45 delegates).

As stated above, this course fills quickly.  Places, where not being held, are offered on a ‘first-come, first-served’ basis.

We hold this course twice a year, and plan to next hold it in November (dates tbc).

I hope this will be of interest.

Best wishes

Magda Wheatley

Course Administrator

National Heart and Lung Institute,

Imperial College London

 

Flyer and Provisional Programme:

Flyer – Virtual Introductory Medical Statistics Course – 9-10 May 2024

Provisional programme – Virtual Introductory Medical Statistics Course – 9-10 May 2024

 

Introduction to mixed methods research (26 Feb or 29 April 2024)

Want to learn more about mixed methods research?  


This course from (Methodical) will be delivered by experienced mixed methods researchers Dr Sarah Jasim, a senior research fellow at University College London and London School of Economics and Dr Ruth Plackett, a senior research fellow at University College London.  


The course will cover the key principles of mixed methods research, how to apply them and how to start writing up.  


When: 26th Feb or 29th April 2024 10-4pm online.  


Cost: £200 PhD students, £300 post-docs/higher education other researchers.  


Sign up here: https://mixmethods.eventbrite.com


For more info see our website.

Inclusive Technology – Live Webinars (Autumn and Spring Terms)

Using the right software and apps can help you increase your effectiveness and feel better equipped for the demands of work and study. Tackle online study challenges by learning how to work better, faster and smarter. From mind mapping solutions to advanced spell checkers, Imperial provides multiple options to help you improve.

To support you in using this technology to its full potential, Imperial has collaborated with Diversity and Ability (D&A) to offer all students free webinars across the Autumn and Spring terms.

Find out more

The London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS DTP) – Training & Networking Opportunities

The London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS DTP) provides training, development and networking opportunities for any social science doctoral student at King’s College, Queen Mary University or Imperial College. You do not need to be funded from the LISS DTP to benefit.

Register as a LISS DTP Affiliate to receive the regular newsletter and gain access to training and other activities. Sign up for Autumn Term courses now! Visit the LISS DTP Training Page for a complete list of online research methods training courses.

Questions? E-mail liss-dtp@kcl.ac.uk