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Postgrad LIVE Liverpool
Date and time
Wednesday 15 February 2023
12:00 - 15:00
Location
University of Liverpool, 160 Mount Pleasant
Liverpool
L3 5TR
Postgrad LIVE Liverpool
Exhibitors
Thinking about Masters or PhD study but not sure where to start? Postgrad LIVE Liverpool is your chance to find out what programmes are on offer at over 30 top universities and how to secure your place on them. Discuss your options, get personalised funding advice and find out what Masters and PhD study is really like. Be sure to grab your seat for our packed talks programme including our popular masterclasses.
Best of all – it’s completely FREE to attend.
What will you get?
- The chance to chat face-to-face with top university representatives and get your questions answered.
- Access to our expert funding team who can explain the differences between funding options and what’s available to you.
- A seat in our expert-led talks on popular postgraduate topics, helping you understand everything from funding to acing your application.
What to expect on the day
A Postgrad LIVE Study fair is made up of two parts: an exhibition hall where you can talk to universities and a talks programme which runs in parallel at the same venue. You can go between the two as much as you want.
Location and timings
Our Postgrad LIVE Liverpool study fair is on Wednesday, 15 February and will be held at the Guild of Students in University of Liverpool. The fair runs from 12pm to 3pm.
FREE talks programme
Our Postgrad LIVE Liverpool study fair features specialist talks to provide you with the latest PhD and Masters information and advice to help you take the next steps.
What's on?
Please see our full talks schedule below:
Covering the cost of your Masters degree
How much does a Masters cost, and how do students afford one? This session will walk you through the process of actually paying for a postgraduate degree, including options such as UK postgraduate student loans, university scholarships and other awards.
Delivered by: Christine Todd, Head of UK Recruitment, University of Liverpool
PhD Research Proposal Writing Masterclass
This masterclass will demystify the concept of a PhD research proposal, and help you better understand exactly what a proposal should and shouldn’t be. It’ll give you hints and tips for writing the proposal, and you’ll leave feeling more confident that you’ll write a proposal that will stand head and shoulders above the rest.
Delivered by: Georgina Endfield, APVC for Research and Impact, University of Liverpool
These sessions will be taking place from 11:15am - 12:00pm.
Check-in for the Masterclasses at the event starts from 10:45am, and we ask that you are checked in by 11:00am, otherwise your place may be reallocated.
The Masterclasses are the only talks you need to pre-book your seat at. You can book it once you’ve registered for the fair. Although the fair is free of charge, we do ask for a refundable £5 deposit for your space in the Masterclass due to its popularity and limited seating. We will refund your £5 automatically within five working days of your attendance at the event, directly to the card you used to pay the deposit.
Limited spaces – secure yours now!
If you’re unable to attend the session, please email Marketing@FindAUniversity.com to request a cancellation, and refund your £5 deposit (we’re unable to refund prior to the event, so you’ll receive this within five working days of the masterclass). If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Marketing Team at Marketing@findauniversity.com.
12:15pm - 13:00pm - Protecting your mental health - A Practical Guide to supporting your well-being whilst studying for a Masters or PhD. We will look at the concept of PGR Wellbeing and factors that impact on Post graduate students.
Delivered by: University of Liverpool Wellbeing Team
13:00pm - 13:45pm - “Infinite ceilings, sunken floors”: Maximising the value of postgraduate study in the new world of work. - In the current fast-paced business environment, an increasing number of people are investing their time and money in postgraduate education. This session will discuss the benefits of postgraduate study and its potential impact on your future career.
Delivered by: Dr Paul Redmond, Director of Student Experience and Enhancement - University of Liverpool
1:45pm - 2:30pm - Funding your PhD - This talk will cover the funding options available for PhD study, including Research Council studentships, independent charities and trusts, university scholarships and the UK doctoral student loans.
Delivered by: Steve Bickerstaff, University of Liverpool
2:30pm - 3:15pm - What’s it really like to be a postgraduate student? - Ask your burning questions to our panel of current postgraduate students who are based at different institutions and are at different points in their postgraduate journey. They will answer your questions on applications, interviews, funding, and much more.
Delivered by: Student Q&A featuring students from University of Liverpool and Lancaster University
PhD Research Proposal Writing Masterclass
This masterclass will demystify the concept of a PhD research proposal, and help you better understand exactly what a proposal should and shouldn’t be. It’ll give you hints and tips for writing the proposal, and you’ll leave feeling more confident that you’ll write a proposal that will stand head and shoulders above the rest.
Delivered by: Georgina Endfield, APVC for Research and Impact, University of Liverpool
This session will be taking place from 11:15am - 12:00pm, before the fair opens.
Limited spaces – secure yours now!
The Masterclass is the only talk you need to pre-book your seat at. You can book it once you’ve registered for the fair. Although the fair is free of charge, we do ask for a refundable £5 deposit for your space in the Masterclass due to its popularity and limited seating. We will refund your £5 automatically within five working days of your attendance at the event, directly to the card you used to pay the deposit.
Check-in for the Masterclass at the event starts from 10:45am, and we ask that you are checked in by 11:00am, otherwise your place may be reallocated.
If you’re unable to attend the session, please email Marketing@FindAUniversity.com to request a cancellation, and refund your £5 deposit (we’re unable to refund prior to the event, so you’ll receive this within five working days of the masterclass). If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Events Team at Marketing@findauniversity.com.
12:15pm - 13:00pm - Protecting your mental health - A Practical Guide to supporting your well-being whilst studying for a Masters or PhD. We will look at the concept of PGR Wellbeing and factors that impact on Post graduate students.
Delivered by: University of Liverpool Wellbeing Team
13:00pm - 13:45pm - “Infinite ceilings, sunken floors”: Maximising the value of postgraduate study in the new world of work. - In the current fast-paced business environment, an increasing number of people are investing their time and money in postgraduate education. This session will discuss the benefits of postgraduate study and its potential impact on your future career.
Delivered by: Dr Paul Redmond, Director of Student Experience and Enhancement - University of Liverpool
1:45pm - 2:30pm - Funding your PhD - This talk will cover the funding options available for PhD study, including Research Council studentships, independent charities and trusts, university scholarships and the UK doctoral student loans.
Delivered by: Steve Bickerstaff, University of Liverpool
2:30pm - 3:15pm - What’s it really like to be a postgraduate student? - Ask your burning questions to our panel of current postgraduate students who are based at different institutions and are at different points in their postgraduate journey. They will answer your questions on applications, interviews, funding, and much more.
Delivered by: Student Q&A featuring students from University of Liverpool and Lancaster University
Why attend
Meet top universities from the UK and around the world - all under the same roof!
You can connect with top universities from the UK and around the world, including the University of Liverpool, University of Groningen, the University of Glasgow, Durham University, the University of Warwick and more. Chat 1-2-1 with universities and get answers to any questions you may have. Whatever stage you’re at, Postgrad LIVE Study Fair can help you clarify your options.
Get the latest funding advice
From scholarships to charities, there are so many types of funding to choose from! Our dedicated funding stand and funding specialist talks can help you understand your options, providing differences and key information to remember. Also, don't forget to ask each university about their specific funding options.
Access our exclusive expert-led talks programme
Attend talks from our postgrad experts on a range of subjects to help you understand specific aspects of postgraduate study. These talks are exclusive to this specific event so make sure you come along so you don't miss out!
The full schedule is available under the ‘Agenda’ tab above.
Get the latest in-person advice
Talk to universities and get face-to-face advice specific to your situation, including subjects, finance and applications.
FAQs
How can I register for the event?
You can register for the fair by clicking on the ‘register now’ button above. We’ll send you your ticket and all the information you’ll need on the day via email.
I’ve registered but I haven’t received a confirmation email?
If you have any issues with registering for the fair then please get in touch with the Marketing Team at Marketing@findauniversity.com.
How to find the venue?
The Guild of Students is situated at 160 Mount Pleasant at the University of Liverpool.
Is parking available?
The University has a ‘Pay and Display’ system in operation. The visitor car parks are located at Brownlow Street and Mount Pleasant (opposite the Catholic Cathedral).
What time does the fair open?
The fair will officially open at 12pm. That is when you’ll be able to walk around the exhibition hall and chat to universities.
If you’re interested in attending the PhD Research Proposal Masterclass, it starts at 11:15am before the fair is officially open. You can check in at the registration desk for the Masterclass from 10:45am but you won’t be able to get into the exhibition hall until 12pm.
Is there any charge?
Nope! Attending Postgrad LIVE Liverpool is completely FREE. We only ask for a refundable £5 deposit if you want to secure your seat at the Research Proposal or Covering the Cost of Your Masters Degree Masterclass. You’ll get this back within five working days of the event.
Why are the PhD Research Proposal and Covering the Cost of Your Masters Degree Masterclass on before the fair opens?
This Masterclass starts at 11:15am which is 45 minutes before the fair officially opens. It’s always a popular talk so we wanted to make sure you could get to it and then have the most time possible to enjoy the rest of the fair. You can check-in for the Masterclass from 10:45am. Please check-in before 11am, otherwise your place may be reallocated.
How do I book the Research Proposal or Covering the Cost of Your Masters Degree Masterclass?
You can book your Masterclass place once you’ve registered for the fair. Spaces are limited, so secure your seat as soon as possible!
The Masterclass is free of charge, but due to popularity and limited space, we ask you to pay a £5 returnable deposit to guarantee your place. We will refund your £5 automatically within five working days of your attendance at the event, directly to the card you used to pay the deposit.
If you’re unable to attend the session, please email Marketing@FindAUniversity.com to request a cancellation and refund of your £5 deposit (we’re unable to refund prior to the event, so you’ll receive this within five working days of the Masterclass).
Why do I have to pay £5 for the Masterclass?
We ask for a £5 refundable deposit to secure your seat in the Masterclass due to the popularity of the event and the limited number of seats available. We will refund you five working days after your attendance at the event.
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