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
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.
Research Group mentoring series: pathways to academic careers
This mentoring workshop will cover pathways to different academic careers. This is a joint event with the Political Geography Research Group.
Taking part in academic conferences
This webinar will teach how you can make the most out of attending an academic conference.
Use geography: careers in humanitarian and international development
In this webinar, hear from geography professionals with careers in humanitarian and international development.
Jobs outside of academia
This webinar will delve into the exciting journey of transitioning from postgraduate research to thriving in different sectors beyond academia.
Use geography: careers in environmental consultancy
In this webinar learn from geography professionals working in environmental consultancy as they share their insights and advice and explore opportunities for starting your career in the sector.
Why join an RGS-IBG research group
This webinar will delve into why you should join one of our many research groups today.
Use geography: careers in community and stakeholder engagement
In this webinar learn from geography professionals with careers that involve community and stakeholder engagement.
Publishing your first journal article
This webinar offers a comprehensive exploration of the key stages involved in publishing scholarly articles.
Postgraduate forum mid-term conference 2025
The Mid-Term Conference will be hosted in-person at the Society in London on Wednesday 23 and Thursday 24 April 2025.
Use geography: careers in sustainability
In this webinar learn from geography professionals with careers in sustainability.