Led by Dr Helen Kara, this practical workshop will enable you to explore different aspects of the writing process, writing strategies and will be a chance for you to do some PhD writing. It is tailored specifically for Arts, Design & Media PhD researchers in the early to mid-stages of their research. Lunch and refreshments will be […]
Photographer VANLEY BURKE - THE GODFATHER OF BLACK BRITISH PHOTOGRAPHY! - in conversation with curator PETE JAMES Please join us for an insight into some of Internationally renowned photographer and artist Vanley Burke’s recent projects, including a conversation with Pete James reflecting contemporary and historical issues around identity and if documentary still has the power to affect change. […]
Whether you want to find out more about what a PhD in Arts, Design and Media entails or you’re already in the process of applying, this workshop provides more information about undertaking a PhD at the Faculty of Arts, Design & Media, BCU. This workshop is aimed specifically at current or completed MA students, however all welcome! […]
Academic: We’re doing a workshop about art Artist: It’s not a workshop Academic: Ok … we have to tell them what it is Artist: No let’s just have a row An academic and an artist try to lead a […]
Midlands3Cities Doctoral Training Partnership Application Writing Workshops (UK & EU Applicants Only) This workshop is aimed at potential students who are planning to submit an application for PhD research to Midlands3Cities Doctoral Training Partnership. Practical advice will be given on how to plan your application and structure your research proposal. Book a place online here The […]
Type Talks | Adrian Shaughnessy: The graphic designer as writer, editor and publisher Graphic designers are often capable of more than just graphic design. The graphic design sensibility and skill set are surprisingly well suited to a wide range of activities. Primary amongst these is the practice of writing, editing and publishing. In his talk, graphic […]
For the second year running, Birmingham School of Art and Shout Festival presents a public lecture event with QUEERZONE 3000. QUEERZONE 3000 is a non-profit organisation committed to the furthering of arts, education and technology within the global LGBTQIA community. Representatives from QUEERZONE 3000 will deliver an informal lecture discussing their collective work, outlook and sharing material […]
All successful mentors and mentors on the Research Mentoring scheme are required to attend our Launch and Lunch! At this event we will discuss the roles and responsibilities of mentees and mentors, some of the ethical considerations of mentoring and the ethos of our mentoring scheme. Mentees and mentors will also find out who they […]
Following on from the 2013 conference Lessons in Geography, this is the second in a series of “lessons”. Concerned with the way matter and movement can inform ideas and understanding, Lessons in Physics looks at how material and the physical act is utilised by artists as a vehicle for expression. It examines the properties of the physicality of […]
Contemporary Art Practices and Knowledge Production in the Middle East Bashir Makhoul, Larissa Sansour and Shadi Habib Allah | Convened and moderated by Jonathan Harris and Anthony Downey In a globalised cultural economy, it would appear that art as a practice is increasingly called upon to do something, especially when it comes to making sense of […]
Working towards a Doctorate: Research Data, Institutional Repositories and Copyright This workshop will cover: 1. Exploration of REF2020 requirements. 2. Guidance on how to stay legal - navigating Copyright Law and Licences. 3. Birmingham City University Intellectual Property Policy. 4. The preservation and security of research data. Presenters: Steve Rose (Deputy Director, Library and Learning Resources) […]
Networking and the use of social media tools This workshop will cover: 1. Establishing a research profile. 2. Collaboration and social media. Presenters: Laura Percival (Assistant Liaison Librarian) and Felicity Gittins (Assistant Liaison Librarian) This workshop is part of the Working towards a Doctorate series run by the Library and Learning Resources team at BCU. There are […]
Organised in collaboration between IT specialists and The PGR Studio, this workshop will help you to get to grips with Endnote; a powerful software tool to manage and organise your research. Whether you're just starting your PhD or further down the line, join us to see how Endnote can work for you. This session will focus on: […]
A Grammar of Sentiment | Dr Bharti Parmar Bharti Parmar is a British artist and academic with a practice of over 25 years. She trained in Fine Art Printmaking at the Royal College of Art and her PhD (awarded 2009 University of Wolverhampton), entitled A Grammar of Sentiment, examines the potential of C19th material culture, particularly jewellery, […]
Managing your literature search This workshop will cover: 1. Planning a literature review. 2. Systematic vs general. 3. Identifying sources - databases, theses, grey literature 4. Techniques and services for managing your literature search. 5. Staying up-to-date - including conferences Presenters: James Dean (Liaison Librarian), Andrew Sayer (Liaison Librarian) and Janice Wright (Liaison Librarian) This workshop is part of […]
Preparing for writing and publication This workshop will cover: 1. Choosing a journal. 2. How do journal rankings work? 3. Open access - is it really free? 4. Thinking ahead: Placing papers to support your future career. 5. What do editors want? 6. Writing styles. Presenters: Professor Martin Fautley (Director, Research in Education) and Peter Samuels (Teaching […]
