How to write your Methodology Chapter, 1 June 2026
Presenter - Dr Patrick Brindle
This online workshop aims to give participants a range of practical approaches they can adopt when writing about methodology in the social sciences, with a particular focus on writing a PhD methodology chapter.
This week's PGR Bulletin has info on a PGR pub meet up, dragon boat racing, Academy training sessions, a PGR writing retreat, and more! Check your inbox now...
Join our webinar Alternative PhD Funding: Hidden & Overlooked Sources 💡Mon 27 April
Learn how charities, trusts & foundations can help fund:
• fees • living costs • research • travel • conferences • writing‑up
✅ Free access to The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding
🔗 bit.ly/AlternativeP...
In the final chapter of our chat with the wonderful Dr Jane Horton, we find out what she's done since graduating and about the impact of the PhD on her life as a whole.
What about you? To share your PhD story with us, DM us here or email us at hsspgr@liverpool.ac.uk.
In the third chapter of our conversation with Dr Jane Horton, she tells us what she did to build on her research, immediately after obtaining her doctorate... #LifeAfterPhD
The latest PGR Bulletin has details of the Failure Cafe, the Lightbulb Moment Exhibition, an ethics workshop, Academy training sessions, PGR writing retreats, and more. Check your inbox now!
We asked Dr Jane Horton what had been tough about her PhD experience, and she gave us a wonderfully frank answer.
"The PhD journey was rather a bumpy one for me."
So relatable! See the full conversation here: liverpool.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Page...
Don't forget to head to our first PGR Failure Cafe tomorrow (Wednesday April 8th). Tea and coffee will be provided, just bring yourself! Details below ⏬
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Peet Travel Award 2025 - Graduate Student Experience
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Researching digital currencies and the money of the future, meet Ammar Zafar, a PhD researcher at @livunilawsj.bsky.social in our latest 'becoming an expert' feature 🪙
PGR Failure Cafe! April 8th, 1pm-3pm in the PGR Common Room at 8-14 Abercromby Square. We've all dropped the ball, lost the plot, missed a deadline, deleted the wrong file, misread the room... failure is universal and you're not alone! Join us for tea, coffee, biscuits and to swap tales of woe 😩😱
In our new "Life After PhD" video we talk to Dr Jane Horton, asking what it was like to pursue a PhD at University of Liverpool. She told us about a steep learning curve, and how she seized the opportunity to develop her skills and understanding... liverpool.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Page...
The latest PGR Bulletin is on its way to your inbox, with new calls for papers and posters, opportunities to meet other researchers on campus, training and writing retreats from @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social and a lot more!
In the final chapter of our conversation with Dr Asma Khurram, we ask her how pursuing the PhD has impacted her life.
"It has shaped how I think, how I work, and how I approach challenges," she tells us.
A drawing of a first aid cabinet full of books.
Hey PGRs!
Which books boost your mood or support your mental health?
We want to build a library based on your suggestions...
Drop the book title in the comments, send us a DM, or email us at hsspgr@liverpool.ac.uk!
Don't miss the @heritageinstitute.bsky.social PGR Public Engagement Workshop on March 23rd! You will explore how to share your research with different audiences, choose appropriate formats, and think creatively about impact and evaluation. www.eventbrite.com/e/pgr-herita...
In Chapter 3 of our conversation with Asma Khurram, we ask her what she's done since completing her PhD and what she plans to do next... Asma is already using her research and experience to contribute to society. Watch this space for the final chapter of our Q&A coming soon!
On campus today? Why not drop in to the PGR Social session at the Abercromby Square PGR Common Room from 12-2! Bring your lunch, there's free tea and coffee. Meet some friendly PGRs and expand your friendship group! DM us here or email hsspgr@liverpool.ac.uk if you've got any questions.
The latest PGR Bulletin is in your inbox now, packed full of training workshops from @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social and KnowHow, socials to help you grow your personal and academic networks, and the brilliant new "My PhD Journey" project for early-stage PGRs... www.liverpool.ac.uk/humanities-a...
In chapter 2 of our conversation with Asma Khurram, we ask her if the PhD experience was as she expected it to be?
Her answer? "No, it was an experience beyond my imagination."
Watch this space, chapter 3 coming soon...
Faculty PGR webpages contain a wealth of information, including upcoming events, training resources, wellbeing services, funding opportunities and more. Check it out!
Don't miss the @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social session on writing cover letters for academic job applications. Learn how to highlight your relevant experience, demonstrate your fit with the role, and convey your enthusiasm professionally and effectively!
The Faculty PGR Training Catalogue has links to resources to help boost your skills and knowledge in a variety of areas. The Research Methods section has links to workshops and sessions from Methods North West, engage@Liverpool, NCRM, UK Data Service and more!
Follow the Postgrad Society on Instagram to stay updated on their pub nights and coffee mornings, one of which is happening today! www.instagram.com/postgrad_uol/
Faculty PGR Wellbeing Ambassadors are current students who have been trained to offer support and can be a listening ear, as well as signposting you to relevant resources and services. Visit the webpage to get in touch! www.liverpool.ac.uk/humanities-a...
In this month's Life After PhD video, we ask Dr Asma Khurram about her experience of pursuing a PhD here at University of Liverpool. "It was an incredibly rewarding and transformative experience. I loved being part of a vibrant research community." Watch this space for the next segment, coming soon!
Keep an eye on our Events page - this is updated weekly with upcoming PGR social events, training workshops from the Academy, sessions from KnowHow, and more!
The latest PGR Bulletin has details of upcoming social drop-in sessions (one of which is happening today!) as well as an RSA coffee morning, training from @uolpgrdevelopment.bsky.social and KnowHow, and a public engagement workshop from the Heritage Institute! www.liverpool.ac.uk/humanities-a...
