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Postgraduate webinar series

This programme of webinars co-organised with the Society's Postgraduate Forum is for postgraduate geographers, particularly PhD students. Its purpose is to offer insights into different aspects of PhD life and to equip students with the skills to thrive during and after their doctoral programmes.

Each 50-minute session will include time for questions and discussion. Topics will range from publishing, to applying for grants, to presenting at conferences, to careers within and beyond academia. Whether you’re at the start or end of your PhD journey, there’ll be something for you.

Upcoming events

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How to write an academic CV

This seminar will guide you through the process of how to make a strong CV that will impress potential employers.

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How to write your first academic book review

This webinar brings together experienced authors and reviewers to offer invaluable insights specifically tailored for geography scholars.

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Taking part in academic conferences

This webinar will teach how you can make the most out of attending an academic conference.

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Jobs outside of academia

This webinar will delve into the exciting journey of transitioning from postgraduate research to thriving in different sectors beyond academia.

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Why join an RGS-IBG research group

This webinar will delve into why you should join one of our many research groups today.

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Publishing your first journal article

This webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the key stages involved in publishing scholarly articles.