What's on
The PDG organises a number of events and opportunities to support the personal and professional development of PGRs at the University of Liverpool.
Coffee & Connect
Our monthly “Coffee & Connect” sessions provide an informal space where you can meet and chat with other PGRs. All welcome to attend.
| Coffee & Connect | Date/Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 17 September 2026 | Thursday 17 September 2026, 11:30-12:30 | Seminar Room 7, 128 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co////town.lifts.stale) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 08 October 2026 | Thursday 08 October 2026, 11:30-12:30 | Room 218, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co////town.lifts.stale) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 12 November 2026 | Thursday 12 November 2026, 11:30-12:30 | Location to be confirmed* |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 10 December 2026 | Thursday 10 December 2026, 11:30-12:30 | Location to be confirmed* |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 14 January 2027 | Thursday 14 January 2027, 11:30-12:30 | RD Development Studio, Room 316, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co/icon.stay.senses) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 11 February 2027 | Thursday 11 February 2027, 11:30-12:30 | RD Development Studio, Room 316, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co/icon.stay.senses) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 11 March 2027 | Thursday 11 March 2027, 11:30-12:30 | RD Development Studio, Room 316, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co/icon.stay.senses) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 08 April 2027 | Thursday 08 April 2027, 11:30-12:30 | RD Development Studio, Room 316, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co/icon.stay.senses) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 13 May 2027 | Thursday 13 May 2027, 11:30-12:30 | RD Development Studio, Room 316, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co/icon.stay.senses) |
| PDG Coffee & Connect - 10 June 2027 | Thursday 10 June 2027, 11:30-12:30 | RD Development Studio, Room 316, 126 Mount Pleasant (What3Words: https://w3w.co/icon.stay.senses) |
Conversation & Reflection
Our monthly “Conversation & Reflection” events provide an opportunity to learn from other PGRs about a timely topic, from preparing for your IPAP to getting your first publication. Each month features a new panel of PGRs discussing a relevant theme. The 26-27 schedule is as follows:
| Conversation & Reflection | Details | Date/Time | Link to Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDG Conversation & Reflection: Tips and Advice for Your First Year - October 2026 |
Our first Conversations & and Reflections for the 2026/27 academic year will focus on tips for first years and will feature a panel of experienced PGRs from different departments. They’ll share their experiences of starting their PGR journey (including things they wish they had known in their first year) and answer questions in an open Q&A format. Whether you’re wondering about managing your workload, navigating your research, making the most of your PGR experience, or simply looking for some reassurance that you’re on the right track, this is a chance to hear practical advice from those who have been there. |
Tuesday 20 October 2026, 12:00-13:00 | Book Now |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - November 2026 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 17 November 2026, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - December 2026 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 08 December 2026, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - January 2027 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 19 January 2027, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - February 2027 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 16 February 2027, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - March 2027 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 16 March 2027, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - April 2027 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 20 April 2027, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - May 2027 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 18 May 2027, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
| PDG Conversation & Reflection - June 2027 | Details to be confirmed* | Tuesday 15 June 2027, 12:00-13:00 | Coming soon! |
Mix & Mingle
Our termly Mix & Mingle events are a fun and informal gathering where we meet, chat, drink tea and coffee, and engage in some light-hearted activities that help us reflect on PGR life. These are a great opportunity to meet PGRs outside of your discipline and to learn more about the PDG.
| Mix & Mingle | Date/Time | Location | Link to Book |
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E-bulletin
Our monthly E-bulletin is packed with news and opportunities for PGRs, from courses and conferences to the latest funding calls. We send this out to all PGRs at the beginning of the month. If you have any development opportunities that you’d like PGRs to know about, email us here: pdg@liverpool.ac.uk