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Postgraduate "Work In Progress" Seminar

Postgraduate Work-In-Progress Seminar

A weekly seminar for Philosophy postgraduates to present their in-progress work, followed by a well-spirited trip to the pub.


Overview

The WIP provides a risk-free and supportive space for postgraduates to present their work and receive feedback from other graduates and faculty.

  • When: Every Thursday (5pm to 6:15pm)
  • Where: Room S1.50 (Social Sciences Building, First Floor)
  • What: Presentation + Q&A

Attendance optional but highly recommended. All postgraduates are welcome to present or attend -- whether MA, MPhil, PhD, Visitors, etc.


Useful Info

The WIP is a unique opportunity for graduates to develop their presenting and writing skills, take risks, test out ideas, and receive constructive feedback from peers.

  • Presentation: 30 minutes
  • Open Discussion / Q&A: 30 minutes
  • Material: Work in progress (essay drafts, thesis sections, a substantial set of notes, ... ).
  • Style: Flexible. Slides, handouts, or neither.
  • Audience: No prior reading or background knowledge expected. All are encouraged to attend and present (including visiting postgraduates).

Presentations need not be watertight or polished pieces at all. You are encouraged to present work at all stages of the writing process.


Should you present?

Are you a postgraduate? Then yes, you should present.

 
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Ben Long

(PhD)

Scepticism


Thursday 04/06/2026

5pm - 6:15pm

S1.50


ORGANISERS

Tiago Rodrigues

Lucas Menezes 

   

 

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Pathways in Research: Building Resilience and Collaborations

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Location: OC1.06

We warmly invite you to the upcoming 'Pathways in Research: Building Resilience and Collaborations' professional development workshop on 📆 June 7th, from 9:30am to 3pm, in📍OC 1.06 (Oculus).

 

The one-day event is comprised of three sessions that each seek to address challenges or experiences common to virtually all researchers, with a particular focus on fostering a sense of community and solidarity amongst researchers within the Department here at 91.

 

Session 1, 9:30 - 11:00am - Communication and Collaboration in Academic Practice

 

Session 2, 11:15 - 1:00pm - Being Resilient and Resourceful Under Pressure

 

Session 3, 2:00 3:00pm - Research Roadmap: Combatting Uncertainty Through Community

 

 

In collaboration with Athena Professional, the first two sessions of the day will be held by Nicola Jones, an expert in continuous learning strategy and design, whilst the final session will give you an opportunity to hear from your fellow PhD students in a peer-to-peer workshop. For more details on what to expect from each session please see the flyer attached to this email.

 

On the day, free tea and coffee will be available from 9:00am along with a complementary pizza lunch and post-workshop tea, coffee, and nibbles.

 

If you're interested in attending, please register via the form (linked ), or follow the QR code on the flyer that can be found attached to this email or across the department.

 

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Kind regards,

 

Giulia Lorenzi and Clarissa Müller

 

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