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The success of the Society depends upon the input from the students; the more input and initiative from the students, the more valuable the Society will be.

Each year the Society is given a budget for organising seminars, workshops, conferences, a PhD day, and social events. Nominations and elections for Doctoral Society committee members take place at the beginning of each academic year and these positions are keenly contested.

Objectives

Foster community among PhD researchers

Help build a sense of community and solidarity among PhD researchers, whether through events, informal gatherings, newsletters, or other initiatives.

Represent PhD interests to the School

Ensure there are opportunities and avenues for PhD researchers to systematically voice interests and concerns to PhD and School leadership, and serve as conduit to this.

Support career development of PhD researchers

Based on input of PhD community, work with PhD leadership to facilitate resources, training, networking, and other activities to support PhD career development.

Cultivate and shape research culture

Help shape research agendas and disciplines/specialisations within and beyond the School through representation on Research and Research Degrees Committees, and in coordination with subject groups. Help cultivate a culture of curiosity and collaboration around research.

We’re at a turning point, building on post-pandemic efforts and enhancing our research environment. Our focus is on PGR students’ needs, from academic exchanges to essential research support. We're committed to listening and responding to students, fostering facility use, academic, and cultural engagement. Our aim is to create a safe, supportive space where students thrive within our world-class research community. I look forward to working together to achieve this goal.

Current Committee