An 80,000 word thesis would take nine hours to present. Your time limit... 3 MINUTES!
Think you can explain your research in just three minutes? The 3MT competition challenges PGRs to communicate their work using one slide and language suitable for a non‑specialist audience.
Book onto the launch event on 1 April, 12:00-14:00: “How to Win the 3MT” (Online).
Interested in taking part or attending? Find the full details, timeline and registration links on the PGR Noticeboard.
Due to high demand, the Research Culture team has added extra retreat dates to the 2026 Research Retreat series, running until July 2026.
If you have an upcoming deadline or an important task that keeps sliding down the to-do list, a Research Retreat offers dedicated time and a quiet, supportive space to focus away from day‑to‑day distractions.
Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. You can find more information on the Research Retreat SharePoint pages. New retreat registrations will not impact existing bookings or waiting lists.
The Research Culture Team is hosting its first Research Retreat Takeover, bringing as many people as possible together in one space to dedicate time to writing and research‑related work.
Multiple rooms across the Stephenson Building will be available, including facilitated full‑day retreats and smaller rooms for collaborative group work. The day will also include light refreshments, networking opportunities and a guided walk around Exhibition Park.
You can register individually or on behalf of a small group (up to 10). When signing up, you’ll be asked what you plan to work on so participants can be grouped by 'themes' where possible.
Led by PhD researchers Phoebe Lewis and Ainsley Hatt, in collaboration with Peter Moore Fuller (infohackit), this project encouraged students to move beyond traditional academic formats and use bold, visual storytelling to communicate their research to a wider public audience.
Through a series of creative workshops using Affinity by Canva, participants transformed complex data into striking illustrated artworks, exhibited at the Great North Museum: Hancock, from now until 17 January 2027.
The exhibition also highlighted the diverse, often unexpected journeys into academia, inviting visitors to imagine that “someone like them” could be part of it too. The project offered a powerful reminder that research doesn’t just belong in journals – it can be shared, seen and understood in ways that connect with everyone.
This project was supported by Newcastle University, the Doctoral College, Affinity by Canva, the Great North Museum: Hancock and the British Ecological Society.
Copyright and licensing issues relating to your publications
Uploading your publications to our repository and REF
These informal sessions offer a welcoming space to ask questions, gain insights and delve deeper into the realm of open access. Registration is required to receive the online Teams link.
📅 Next Open Access drop‑in: 21 April, 12:00–12:30 (Online)
Students and academics can explore a range of research tools and find out how to work with us to enhance, develop and shape research projects using our distinctive collections.
You can also browse the Digital Showcase, an online platform that highlights curated insights using our unique and distinctive archive and rare book collections.
Across the series, you'll hear from six inspiring guests, including founders, alumni and members of the Newcastle University START UP community, as they talk honestly about entrepreneurship, ambition and life beyond education.
Hosted by one of our very own Newcastle University students, the podcast creates space for open conversations that connect students with the people shaping their industries!
The government has recently announced an inquiry into the student loan system.
Whether you are a graduate with student loan debt, a current student taking out a student loan, or someone planning to take out a loan, this survey is for you. It takes five minutes to complete and is hosted by the government, meaning your responses will feed into national change for students across the country.
🌸 Spring Break in Newcastle: Check out the events and activities you can take part in happening in the local area.
🏛️ Exploring culture on campus: With three major exhibitions across the Farrell Centre, Hatton Gallery, and the Great North Museum: Hancock, explore new perspectives on housing, art and research.
🥾 10,000km for 10 years of N.E.S.T: Across April, you are invited to take part in a collective challenge to travel 10,000km and raise £5,000 to support N.E.S.T's sanctuary-seeking families.
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