A Quiet Guide to PGR Life

Early- to mid-stage Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) who want to learn more about Bristol Doctoral College (BDC) in a quiet, low-pressure setting.

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Thursday 30 January 2025, 10 am to 1 pm (drop in)

PGR Hub, 2nd Floor Senate House

Why you should attend 

This informal, drop-in event will introduce the support provided by Bristol Doctoral College. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample training and community activities, learn more about PGR clubs, and ask questions about PGR life in a quiet, low-stakes environment. The event will:  

  • Offer a quiet, welcoming and informal environment where you can ‘come as you are’ 
  • Allow attendees to ask anonymous questions about PGR life and support
  • Provide the opportunity to meet like-minded peers or time to reflect and relax in the PGR Hub
  • Help you understand the support on offer from BDC and other UoB support services
  • Introduce BDC’s Personal Professional Development (PPD) Programme 
  • Include drop-in sessions with PGR Clubs and University of Bristol support services
  • Incorporate relaxing, low-pressure activities such as crafts and board-games
  • Provide tea, coffee and cake! 

Logistics  

For information about the PGR Hub, visit the BDC Website. Images of the PGR hub are available on our SharePoint. You can find accessibility information for Senate House on AccessAble.  A Quiet room will be available throughout the event.  

We will send out further, more detailed information in advance of the session, including timings for any brief talks and Q&As, as well as details of the clubs and support services available, and where to find them in the Hub. 

Social expectations 

This is a drop-in event. Attendees can come and go as they please. There will be opportunities to talk to representatives from Bristol Doctoral College, UoB support Services, and PGR Clubs and Networks if you wish. There is no expectation to socialise, and attendees can use the session as an opportunity to sample PGR activities and relax in a safe, welcoming space. 

If there is any way we can accommodate your needs and/or make this event more comfortable. Please email doctoral-college@bristol.ac.uk