In the second segment of our conversation with Dr Zehra Nur Disci, we ask what was tough about her PhD and whether or not it was as she had expected it to be. She tells us about the challenges of being new to the Scouse accent, and about the support she received from her supervisors and friends...

If you are starting a PhD with us this autumn, do not miss the absolutely essential "Managing the 1st year of your research degree" session from @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social on Monday 19th October. Registration and info here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/managing-t...

Managing the 1st year of your research degree

Learn how to manage your time and your project effectively and build key research connections via networking.

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The latest PGR Bulletin is in your inbox now, with essential @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social sessions for early-stage and late-stage PGRs, as well as an ECR Network welcome event and a PERC session... go get it!

Studying climate change through ancient Egyptian Art by Sebastian Francisco Maydana (PGR UoL) #ACE #ACEWorkInProgressSeminar #ACEPGR #ACEEgyptology @uolhsspgr.bsky.social

This month, our "Life After PhD" conversation is with Dr Zehra Nur Disci. In this first segment she tells us about starting her PhD remotely because of the COVID-19 pandemic and the joys of finally moving to Liverpool...

The PERC programme will help you design and deliver a public engagement event, increase your research impact through public engagement and improve your research funding profile. The first workshop takes place today (with an online option on Nov 2nd) details here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/researcher/p...

In the final segment of our conversation with Dr Julie McColl, we asked her what impact the PhD has had on her life. She told us, "it gave me confidence in myself... I can do anything if I set my mind to it!"

Don't miss the PGR Social Drop In today at 2pm in the PGR Common Room, 8-14 Abercromby Square. Free hot drinks and biscuits, friendly faces, what more could you want? See you there! If you're not sure where the room is, email hsspgr@liverpool.ac.uk for details ☕

The latest Faculty PGR Bulletin has links to the new PGR Resource Hub and the PGR-Postdoc Buddy Scheme information page (deadline for EOIs is this Friday!) as well as info on an upcoming PGR Social Drop In and PGR Writing Retreat. Don't miss out...

In the next segment of our conversation with Dr Julie McColl she tells us about finding a new career whilst completing her PhD, and that a second doctorate might not be out of the question...

Essential sessions here from @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social - whatever stage of the PhD you are at, have a look at this and book on to the workshops and webinars that are appropriate for you. Sessions include viva preparation, writing retreats, project planning, presentation skills, and much more.

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𝐏𝐆𝐑 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 - 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 (𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧!) 📅Our new downloadable monthly calendar to view all our sessions! www.liverpool.ac.uk/media/livacu... #PGR #PGRDevelopment #Liverpool

In the next segment from our #LifeAfterPhD conversation with Dr Julie McColl, she tells us about one of the benefits of coming back to education as a mature student. "You have more confidence to ask for things." Maybe we should all be a bit more Julie...

The latest PGR Bulletin has info on PGR social drop-ins hosted by the Wellbeing Ambassadors, links for the 2026 Beckett programme and new PGR sessions from The Academy. It's all in your inbox now!

Julie McColl came back to the University of Liverpool thirty years after doing business modules here. In the first part of our conversation with her she tells us how as a mother of three she started on a new path, which led all the way to a PhD...

In the final segment of our conversation with Dr Dilek Arslan, we ask about the impact of the PhD on her life generally. She tells us that it brought out her inner critic (in a good way!) and that she's become more confident in figuring things out on her own. Brava!

Philosophy PhD student Stella Sideli recently competed a Research Curatorship at FACT Liverpool, where she helped produce a Podcast Series ‘Listening Works’ 🎙️🎭 The podcast explores how listening can reshape the way institutions meet, make decisions and work together 💫 @uolhsspgr.bsky.social

Hey PGRs! Yes, you!! Don't miss our online social session on Wednesday afternoon (12th August, 3pm). Meet some of your fellow researchers, have a chat, play some games... Head to our events calendar for the Teams link: www.liverpool.ac.uk/humanities-a...

In this segment of our chat with Dr Dilek Arslan, she talks about her balance of focusing on and enjoying what she's doing now while still looking ahead to the future...

In the next segment of our conversation with Dr Dilek Arslan, she tells us how she approached the PhD. "I embraced the experience as it came, and I loved every bit of it." 👏

The latest PGR Bulletin has links to the new PGR Experiences webpage, an event for disabled and neurodivergent researchers, an upcoming online PGR Social and the PGR Training Catalogue. It's in your inbox now, go get it!

We recently published a blog exploring the anxiety that many postdocs face when unexpected changes happen in their careers. Our blog highlights why it's important for postdocs to prioritise their career and includes tips on how to do this. 👉 Read the blog: prosper.liverpool.ac.uk/postdoc-in-a...

Postdoc in a panic - Prosper

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We've asked all of our "Life After PhD" participants what it was like to pursue their PhD here at Liverpool, and Dr Dilek Arslan may have just given us our favourite response yet... "Adjusting to the Scouse accent was a challenge at first - but the people are incredibly warm." Preach, sister! ❤️

As our conversation with Diederik Halbertsma draws to a close, we ask him to reflect on the PhD experience. His comments are SO relatable... "There were definitely difficult times when I doubted all of my life choices, but I'm very glad I stuck with it and pushed ahead."

🎙️ Researcher Reflections - Episode 2 Three Postgraduate researchers share their PhD journeys, reflecting on their research, lessons learned, and the importance of recognising progress and achievements @livunihss.bsky.social @uolhsspgr.bsky.social More info 👇 www.liverpool.ac.uk/arts/study/p...

This week's PGR Bulletin has details on a writing retreat happening tomorrow and a coffee morning next week, both organised by the Research Staff Association, as well as all the usual goodies. It's in your inbox now!

In the third segment of our conversation with Dr Diederik Halbertsma, he tells us something that he reflects on when the path seems difficult... "It really is the journey, not the destination, that counts."

Our new PGR Experiences page gives our PGRs a chance to tell us what things are really like, in their own words. First up, we hear from Phuong who recently attended the Doctoral Wisdom Convergence Camp. What was it like? What did she get from it? Find out here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/humanities-a...

In the second segment of our chat with Dr Diederik Halbertsma, we ask him what was tough about getting his PhD. He speaks frankly about dealing with global situations, family responsibilities and his own internal uncertainties. So much to relate to here...

Don't miss this fab craft session on Tuesday (July 7th). Join the UoL HSS PGR wellbeing team for a beginner-friendly crochet session, where you can make a cup holder to take away with you! We'll be at the PGR Common Room, 8-14 Abercromby Square between 11 and 1. See you there!

This week's PGR Bulletin has details on the UKCGE PGR Day (happening tomorrow) and the Chancellor's Mentoring Cohort (application deadline tomorrow). Don't snooze this one, go get it!