We invite staff and postgraduate students from across the University to an introductory workshop on automated text analysis using software developed by BCU’s Research and Development Unit for English Studies (RDUES). Projects in RDUES have investigated over 20 years of language change, the relationship between word meaning and usage patterns, swearing and apologising on […]
BCMCR Research Seminar Jazz Studies: Works in Progress 1600-1730 Wednesday 14 February P424, Parkside, Birmingham City University Free registration at this link Corey Mwamba (BCU) - We all have to deal Gary Burton - representations and turnings away a singular voice in jazz vibraphone performance Gary Burton is one of the most influential vibraphonists of all time. […]
From sourcing literature in its various forms and specialist journals from other Universities to using services like EThOS to access theses across the UK, a library is a potentially endless resource that is vital in helping you with your PhD research. In collaboration between The PGR Studio and ADM library specialists at BCU, this workshop is tailored specifically for […]
BCMCR Research Seminar Jazz Studies: Translating the Local 1600-1730 Wednesday 21 February P424, Parkside, Birmingham City University Free registration at this link Dr. Adiel Portugali (Tel Aviv University) – China’s Marginal Sounds: The Case of Kunming Jazz My paper will explore the interface between jazz, place and identity in China, by examining the small-scale and relatively unknown […]
For one week only, School of Art PhD students will hijack The PGR Studio including all social media and The PGR Studio will takeover one of the School of Art PhD seminars to create ... the Alternative Art School Tour! Through an exploration of the fabulous neo-Gothic School of Art building, this alternative seminar event will offer a space to […]
Coinciding with the release of new postdoc fellowships made available by the faculty, you are invited to explore the 'don'ts' and 'dos' of application writing to support your own case for support. This session performs a role reversal. It places you, the applicant, as a member of the selection committee for a postdoc opportunity. You […]
This is the first of two gatherings for our mentors and mentees to share mentoring stories in Birmingham City Centre. New applicants will also be joining to become part of the mentoring community and get a flavour of what our mentoring partnerships look like. Current and future mentors and mentees will be invited separately to this mentoring […]
Interested in embarking on a career in academia? The period immediately after your PhD is likely to one of the most challenging and difficult to navigate and so preparation for postdoctoral life whilst you are undertaking your PhD is essential. This workshop considers the opportunities available after your PhD and also highlights some of the […]
BCMCR Research Seminar – History, Heritage and Archives: Cultural translation, history and loss 1600-1730 Wednesday 14 March P424, Parkside, Birmingham City University Free registration at this link Dr. David Gange (University of Birmingham) - Sea Sites in Island History: Exploring the Lost Communities of Atlantic Britain and Ireland There are many more once-inhabited islands in the British […]
Transforming Cultural Institutions: Contemporary Art, Pedagogy and Global Change in Palestine, The Middle East and Beyond A two hour seminar investigating the place and problems of contemporary art in Palestine, the broader region and the world. Three presentations by academics and visual arts professionals from universities in Palestine, taking part in the Erasmus Plus Scheme […]
