Get ready for UoB Xtra: Unwind, Connect, Learn

From Monday 8 – Friday 26 June, get 'Xtra' from your time here with us with our programme of events, challenges, and opportunities that you don’t want to miss. Unwind with our fun social activities designed to make sure you get time to destress and celebrate. Connect with other students. And learn new skills and qualifications to level up your LinkedIn profile or CV. Find out more about UoB Xtra and the Summer Term programme.

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Week 2: 15-21 June

Impact Challenge: 15th June midnight - 19th June midnight; On campus; Work with employers to solve real-life problems and have the chance to learn and see first-hand how an organisation operates and how you can make an impact to their business! Enrolment is now closed.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra | Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Save a Life workshop: 16th June 9am - 11am; Sport & Fitness Centre; The save a life workshop is aimed to teach you the skills you want without the formal assessment. This workshop will cover CPR, use of a defibrillator, what to do if someone is choking and more.; UoB Xtra | Sport & Fitness

DOME!: 16th June 9:30am - 4:30pm; Quad, Metallurgy & Materials building; Help turn unwanted academic posters into a four-metre-wide geodesic dome! Drop in, join the build and discover how a pile of campus waste can become a striking structure with a new life.; UoB Xtra | Engineering & Physical Sciences

Storytelling across Worlds: 16th June 9:30am - 5:30pm; Old Gym; Join FREE creative workshops on creating comics, futuristic worldbuilding and diverse writing, reading for pleasure, and the popularity of romantasy fiction with bestselling authors. Come for the full day or book your favourite sessions.; UoB Xtra | Arts & Law

Voice and Text workshop with the RSC: 16th June 10:30am - noon; Studio 1, ERI Building; Step into the rehearsal room with the Royal Shakespeare Company and Voice Coach Ellen Hartley to discover how language comes to life with this dynamic, introductory workshop. Suitable for all students, no experience needed!; UoB Xtra

Alexander Technique workshop: 16th June 11am - 1pm; Studio 2, ERI building; If you're looking to present with more confidence, hold your own in discussions, or perform in some other way, the Alexander technique can help you communicate with authenticity and confidence. Join this introductory workshop to find out more.; UoB Xtra

Basics of British Sign Language for healthcare students: 16th June 11am - 2:30pm; Room UG05, Murray Learning Centre; Learn the very basics of supporting Deaf patients who use BSL as you build awareness of communication barriers and patient dignity in clinical settings. This is a great introductory session for students across healthcare courses.; UoB Xtra | Life & Environmental Sciences | Social Sciences | Medicine & Health

Ten Talks: What really shapes a life?: 16th June 11am - 12:30pm; Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online; Now entering its third year, our thought-provoking Ten Talks programme returns with an exciting new format! Each session pairs a distinguished academic with emerging student experts for two presentations exploring major challenges for societies.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success: 16th June 11am - noon; Online; Regardless of whether you’re applying for internships, part time positions or graduate opportunities, come along to our interviews and assessment centres session to find out how to prepare, top tips for answering questions and what to keep in mind on; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Job Hunting: Top tips for PGTs: 16th June noon - 1:30pm; Lecture Room 5, Arts building; If you're starting to think about job hunting after your Masters or postgraduate taught programme, make sure to join Careers Network for this top tips session, a masterclass for the Birmingham Award.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra | Postgraduate Taught

Residence Life: Out of halls, into the community: 16th June noon - 3pm; Mason Social Space, Vale Village; Grab a free IKEA bag from your Residence Life team to help you with the big move out of halls! Get advice and answers to your questions, as well as joining a tour of Selly Oak with local students at 13:30.; UoB Xtra | Guild of Students

Become a Climate Ed facilitator: 16th June 1pm - 2pm; Room LG06, Old Gym; Did you know that climate education isn't required in UK schools? Find out how you can train as a facilitator with Climate Ed, a charity bringing FREE climate education to primary schools.; UoB Xtra

How to make this summer count: Finding and creating work experience: 16th June 1pm - 2pm; Online; Are you looking for work experience for the summer and beyond? There is still time to find an opportunity! This session will provide you with information on how you can search and find different types of work experience.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

UDS Showcase: Keynote: 16th June 1pm - 1:45pm; Teaching and Learning Building; Discover how research is translated into real-world impact in policy, industry, and society, featuring award-winning researchers Prof. Yemisi Takwoingi, Dr Alana Farrell, and Dr Tom Goodman. The Keynote will kickstart our UDS Showcase, open to all!; University Doctoral School | PG Research Festival

Youth Mental Health First Aid: 16th June 1pm - 4pm; On campus; Build your knowledge and awareness of young people’s mental health with this introductory three-hour certificated session delivered by a licenced MHFA England Trainer. Spot the signs and have the confidence to start a conversation. Booking essential.; UoB Xtra | Wellbeing

UDS Showcase: Research Poster Competition: 16th June 1:45pm - 2:30pm; Teaching & Learning Building; Featuring posters from across our five Colleges, the Research Poster Competition is your chance to meet and from our postgraduate researchers as they present their projects and findings – with the opportunity to help select our competition winners!; University Doctoral School | PG Research Festival

Alexander Technique workshop: 16th June 2pm - 4pm; Studio 2, ERI building; If you're looking to present with more confidence, hold your own in discussions, or perform in some other way, the Alexander technique can help you communicate with authenticity and confidence. Join this introductory workshop to find out more.; UoB Xtra

Ten Talks: Making connections in a disconnected world: 16th June 2pm - 3:30pm; Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online; Our thought-provoking Ten Talks continues with two more presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Learn to ride and basic bike skills: 16th June 2:30pm - 4:30pm; On campus; Ideal for total beginners, this course will teach you how to pedal a bike in an off-road environment, along with essential bike handling skills. Led by qualified instructors, this three session course is a great place to start.; UoB Xtra

UDS Showcase: PGR Talks: 16th June 2:30pm - 3:15pm; Teaching and Learning Building; PGR Talks 2026 will celebrate Black-led research across the University. Delivered in collaboration with the Black PGR Network, 125th Anniversary Scholars and the UDS, join us to explore why representation is vital in inspiring the future of research.; University Doctoral School | PG Research Festival

UDS Showcase: Awards: 16th June 3:30pm - 4:15pm; Teaching and Learning Building; Help celebrate fantastic research and congratulate the winners of the Research Poster Competition, the Best Publication Award, the Award for Excellence in Doctoral Research, and prizegiving for the 2026 3MT Finalist and 3MT People’s Choice Award.; University Doctoral School | PG Research Festival

BEAR Challenge 2026: 17th June 9am - 19th June 5pm; On campus; Have you got what it takes to tackle real world computing problems? This supercomputing challenge for undergraduate and postgraduate taught students starts with a crash course for beginners, ready for challenges in conjunction with industry experts!; UoB Xtra

126 Seconds Presentation Challenge - CAL Research Festival: 17th June 10am - 11am; Main Lecture Theatre, Arts Building; Could you communicate your research in 126 seconds?; Arts & Law | Postgraduate Research | PG Research Festival

Digital Media and Murder Mystery: 17th June 10am - 4:30pm; Old Gym; Learn about videogame design with Cult of Galaxy, explore digital media and AI through the work of iconic theorist Stuart Hall, and join a genre-blending murder mystery event. Come for the full day or book your favourite sessions.; UoB Xtra | Arts & Law

Give Back, Gain Skills: Volunteering Day: 17th June 10am - 3pm; Employer Training Room (Room G30) and Room G31, Aston Webb Building; Interested in volunteering but not sure where to start? This relaxed, drop-in event lets you meet organisations face-to-face, learn about the incredible work they do, and find ways to get involved over the summer and beyond.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Ten Talks: Why does infrastructure matter?: 17th June 11am - 12:30pm; Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online; Our thought-provoking Ten Talks continues with two more presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Stuff and Nonsense: truth, lies, and museum objects: 17th June 11:30am - 1pm; On campus; Is it a dinner plate? Or is it an ancient frisbee? This interactive, hands-on sessions brings two truths and a lie to real museum objects! Can you come up with convincing stories for items from the University Collections?; UoB Xtra

Presenting with confidence: 17th June noon - 1pm; On campus; This interactive workshop will help you develop a confident and engaging presentation delivery which you can use in interviews, presentations or putting forward a pitch.; Academic Skills Centre | UoB Xtra

Spotlight on Health and Science: 17th June noon - 2pm; Medical School, Learning Hub (ground floor); Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Careers Network drop-ins: 17th June 1pm - 3pm; Careers Corner, Main Library; Need some help and advice on applications, career planning, or work experience opportunities? Come along to one of our weekly, Wednesday afternoon Careers Network drop-ins, to chat with our friendly experts.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Creative Exchange: 17th June 1pm - 2pm; The Dome, Bramall Music Building; If you love experimental music and like to try something new, then come along and join our Creative Exchange group as they present the very latest new music and explore a variety of composition styles.; UoB Xtra | University Music

Decorate plant pots with the Conservation Volunteer Society: 17th June 1pm - 3pm; Grow with Joe garden, outside the lodge at North Gate; Come along and decorate a plant pot and plant some seeds in the Grow with Joe community garden!; UoB Xtra

Spotlight on Creative, Culture and Legal: 17th June 1pm - 3pm; Main Library, Wolfson Room; Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Ten Talks: Does the law understand the world?: 17th June 1pm - 2:30pm; Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online; Our thought-provoking Ten Talks continues with two more presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Watercolours and wind down with Pause@uni: 17th June 1pm - 4pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Come and spend a chilled afternoon with Pause@uni, learning and practising some great techniques for relaxation and mindfulness, with a few creative activities thrown in!  No need to book, just drop in .; UoB Xtra | Wellbeing

Youth Mental Health First Aid: 17th June 1pm - 4pm; On campus; Build your knowledge and awareness of young people’s mental health with this introductory three-hour certificated session delivered by a licenced MHFA England Trainer. Spot the signs and have the confidence to start a conversation. Booking essential.; UoB Xtra | Wellbeing

Changing the Odds: pop-up research café: 17th June 1:30pm - 3:30pm; Foyer, Alan Walters building; Hear how research is shaping conversations about gambling and student life at a pop-up café with complimentary snacks! Drop-in to find out more.; UoB Xtra | Life & Environmental Sciences

HSBC Smart Money: Reaching your savings goals: 17th June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Build you financial capability with HSBC's Smart Money programme, designed to help you better understand your money. The third session covers savings products and compound interest - complete all six to receive a Smart Money certificate.; UoB Xtra

Ten Talks: How do we understand complex human challenges?: 17th June 3:30pm - 5pm; Room G03, Alan Walters building and Online; Our thought-provoking Ten Talks concludes with two final presentations exploring major challenges for society, pairing a distinguished academic with a group of emerging student experts. Reserve your FREE place now!; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Pop-Rock choir rehearsal: 17th June 5:30pm - 7pm; Main Lecture Theatre, Aston Webb (C Block); Love to sing? Come along to our Pop-Rock choir! Suitable for all levels, no experience needed, just enthusiasm! Ideal for anyone who likes to sing pop, rock, and musical theatre. No need to book - just come along!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Summer Festival of Music: Brass Band: 17th June 5:30pm - 6:30pm; Green Heart; Enjoy the summer evening vibes with an al fresco performance by the University Brass Band, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Bread and Belief: Explore Power: 17th June 6:30pm - 9pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy, St Francis Hall; Join us for a cosy film evening where we'll watch the "O Brother, Where Art Thou" and dive into meaningful conversations about power. Bring your friends (or come as you are) - we'll provide the popcorn!; UoB Xtra | Multifaith Chaplaincy

From awkward to effective: how to have better conversations: 18th June 9:30am - 12:30pm; Room UG05, Murray Learning Centre; Fed up of group tasks? Unsure of team dynamics? This fast-paced, interactive workshop will give you the skills and tools to approach conversations with confidence, challenge assumptions, and ask powerful questions. Suitable for all subjects.; UoB Xtra

PGR Festival Shut Up and Work: 18th June 9:30am - 4:30pm; Fourth Floor Training Room, Main Library; Work on your own writing, planning or literature discovery in a quiet but supportive environment. There will be time to set targets at the beginning of the day and there will be regular planned breaks to enable you to network or take a walk.; Libraries | PGR exclusive | PG Research Festival

Getting to know a play with the RSC: plot and character: 18th June 10am - noon; Studio 1, ERI Building; Gain an insight into a rehearsal room with RSC practitioner Rachel Gartside to discover how actors bring Shakespeare to life. Explore playful approaches to plot and character, working collaboratively to create a short ensemble performance.; UoB Xtra

LES Make a Difference: research that matters: 18th June 10am - 1pm; Biosciences NG08; From bacteria, to prisons, to hangovers - discover ground-breaking research in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences at these talks exclusively for UoB Xtra, open to all students!; UoB Xtra | Life & Environmental Sciences

Level-Up with LinkedIn Learning: 18th June 10am - 11am; Online; Discover how to access your free University of Birmingham LinkedIn Learning account and explore how you can use the platform to develop essential skills you need now and in the workplace.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Coffee & Cake: Connecting women & underrepresented genders in STEM: 18th June 10:30am - 11:30am; Room G17, Nuffield Building; Come along to our informal coffee morning to connect with other women and underrepresented genders across STEM doing a PhD. There will be plenty of tea, coffee, pastries and cakes as well as opportunities to meet people across disciplines.; Engineering & Physical Sciences | PG Research Festival

Spotlight on Health & Medicine: 18th June noon - 3pm; Main Library, Wolfson Room; Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Systems thinking for Sustainability: 18th June noon - 2pm; Room 112, Alan Walters Building; Build your skills in considering the bigger picture with this hands-on beginners session which introduces systems-thinking diagramming to explore how sustainability challenges connect environmental, social and economic systems.; UoB Xtra

Unlocking Shakespeare’s language with the RSC: From page to playable practice: 18th June 1pm - 3pm; Studio 1, ERI Building; Move beyond the page with RSC practitioner Rachel Gartside to experience Shakespeare as it was meant to be—spoken, embodied, and shared. Discover how Shakespeare’s words can connect with contemporary audiences and demystify his language.; UoB Xtra

Vocal Health: Connecting, caring, and conditioning your voice: 18th June 1pm - 4pm; Room G13, Nuffield building; Whether you sing professionally, for your studies, or for the joy of it, learn how to take care of your voice with Vocal Health Education. Learn how your voice works, what can go wrong, and what to do if and when it does with this practical session.; UoB Xtra

From awkward to effective: how to have better conversations: 18th June 1:30pm - 4:30pm; Room UG05, Murray Learning Centre; Fed up of group tasks? Unsure of team dynamics? This fast-paced, interactive workshop will give you the skills and tools to approach conversations with confidence, challenge assumptions, and ask powerful questions. Suitable for all subjects.; UoB Xtra

Letters from the future: 18th June 2pm - 4pm; Room N334, Gisbert Kapp building; The climate crisis is a daunting global challenge. Join us as we unpack what a positive future could look like, and write a letter from your future self inspiring us to change course today. Bring any writing materials you'd like to use!; UoB Xtra

What's next for my money: 18th June 2pm - 3pm; Careers Training Room, Aston Webb Building; This interactive workshop is designed to help equip transitioning students with essential financial literacy skills as they prepare for life after university. We will use gamified learning to break down complex financial concepts into simple steps.; UoB Xtra

Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications: 18th June 5pm - 6pm; Online; Whether you are looking for part time work to compliment your studies, applying for an internship or seeking graduate opportunities, this session will give you valuable information on best practice for creating CVs, cover letters and applications.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Grad Ball 2026: 18th June 6:30pm - 11:59pm; On campus; End the year in style with the Guild of Students' Grad Ball 2026! Are you ready for the party of the year?; UoB Xtra | Guild of Students

Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Voices: 19th June 1pm - 2pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; Enjoy our Summer Festival Voices performance, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

HSBC Smart Money: Borrowing money and managing debt: 19th June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Build you financial capability with HSBC's Smart Money programme, designed to help you better understand your money. The fourth session covers types of lending products and interest - complete all six to receive a Smart Money certificate.; UoB Xtra

Summer Festival of Music: Jazz Orchestra with Queen Lilas: 19th June 7:30pm - 9pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; Enjoy a performance by our Jazz Orchestra with Queen Lilas, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Week 3: 22-28 June

Introduction to Agile Project Management: 22nd June 9:30am - 12:30pm; Online; Get an introduction to Agile Project Management approaches, no matter what you are studying! Understand the principles, how it is different to other methods, and core practices.; UoB Xtra

China Connections: UK Degree, China Career - Career Pathways for STEM Graduates in Railway Industry: 22nd June 10:30am - 11:30am; Online; Hollysys, one of China's leading enterprises in rail industry, is hosting an exclusive online sharing session to help you explore career opportunities in China after graduation.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Promoting your postgrad skills in CVs and cover letters: 22nd June 11am - 12:30pm; Online; How can you make your postgraduate study stand out in applications? Find out with top tips from our Careers Network team at this workshop, a Birmingham Award Masterclass.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra | Postgraduate Taught

Top Tips for using LinkedIn: 22nd June 11am - noon; Online; Our innovative ‘Top Tip’ sessions are designed to give you the confidence and tools to make your way successfully through the application and selection process.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Junkbusters: 22nd June noon - 3pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.; UoB Xtra

Profit from your passion: 22nd June noon - 1pm; Online; This session will show you how people are making money from the things they already know how to do, from creative skills and social media to organising, writing, editing, photography, gaming, fitness, and more. You’ll learn simple ways to get started; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Creative drop-in with Pause@uni: 22nd June 1pm - 4pm; Library Lounge, Main Library; Find chilled crafts and the best vibes with Pause@uni! Drop-in to relax, take a break, and create something fun.; UoB Xtra | Wellbeing

Spotlight on Business & Finance: 22nd June 1pm - 3pm; Main Library, Wolfson Room; Come along to our dedicated drop ins to find out more about possible career paths in our listed sectors. We will share lots of useful resources, tips for finding opportunities, and the latest vacancies in the region and beyond.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Summer Festival of Music: Flute and Clarinet Orchestra: 22nd June 1pm - 2pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; Enjoy a performance by our Flute and Clarinet Orchestra, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Summer Festival of Music: Summer Festival Orchestra: 22nd June 1pm - 2pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; Enjoy our Summer Festival Orchestra performance, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Introduction to Agile Project Management: 22nd June 1:30pm - 4:30pm; Online; Get an introduction to Agile Project Management approaches, no matter what you are studying! Understand the principles, how it is different to other methods, and core practices.; UoB Xtra

Find a job in your home country or another country: 22nd June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Gain practical insights to navigate the challenges of securing a job outside the UK and understand how your international experience can be your advantage.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Knit and natter at the Lapworth Museum: 22nd June 2pm - 5pm; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Bring your knitting* to Lapworth and work on your latest project in a comfortable space. Chat with others, enjoy a drink and a snack, and marvel at the museum! No need to book. (*crochet also welcome, but we couldn't think of a cute slogan!); UoB Xtra | Lapworth Museum of Geology

Tribunal for Future Generations: Do we still need to invent new materials?: 23rd June 9am - 25th June 5pm; Dome Lecture Theatre (Room 117), Aston Webb building; Should we keep inventing new materials, or have we already made enough? Spend 3 days investigating, interviewing invited experts and working with other students to create a public mock Tribunal for Future Generations. No specialist knowledge needed!; UoB Xtra | Engineering & Physical Sciences

Explore careers outside academia for STEM PGRs & ECRs: 23rd June 9:45am - 3pm; Lloyd Suite, Edgbaston Park Hotel; Hear a variety of presentations from guests in different industries, take part in direct discussions with speakers, meet fellow researchers, and enjoy lunch at this session for Postgraduate Researchers and Early Career Researchers in STEM fields.; Careers Network | Life & Environmental Sciences | Medicine & Health | PGR exclusive | PG Research Festival

Main Character Energy: Turning your story into your brand: 23rd June noon - 1pm; Online; Discover how storytelling can help you communicate your skills, values and personality in a way that feels authentic and true to you.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Summer Festival of Music: University Music Scholars: 23rd June 1pm - 2pm; Elgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building; Enjoy performances by our University Music scholars, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Bread and Belief: Power: 23rd June 2pm - 4pm; Oasis Lounge, Multifaith Chaplaincy, St Francis Hall; Bake, eat and take bread home as we explore how we derive power and how to use it ethically. All people and perspectives are welcome at our regular Bread & Belief sessions. Spaces are limited.; UoB Xtra | Multifaith Chaplaincy

CMH x Barber: Reframing anatomy workshop: 23rd June 2pm - 4:30pm; Skills Lab (Barnes Basement), Medical School; Explore diversity in anatomy through a unique workshop in collaboration with the Barber Institute of Fine art and artist Danni Evans, a fusion of queer life drawing and anatomy talk!; Barber Institute of Fine Arts | UoB Xtra | Medicine & Health

UK job search skills: navigating employers, visas and applications: 23rd June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Are you an international student, graduate or researcher exploring your career options in the UK? This session will help you understand what UK employers look for, how to search for roles, and tips to create strong applications.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Top Tips for CVs, Cover Letters and Applications: 23rd June 5pm - 6pm; Online; Whether you are looking for part time work to compliment your studies, applying for an internship or seeking graduate opportunities, this session will give you valuable information on best practice for creating CVs, cover letters and applications.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Sunset tour of the Lapworth Museum: 23rd June 8pm - 10pm; Lapworth Museum of Geology; Join us for a sunset tour at the Lapworth Museum. See behind-the-scenes, be awed by our amazing objects and hear incredible stories. Then, enjoy a delicious mocktail and marvel at the Museum as the sun sets over campus. Book your free ticket now.; UoB Xtra | Lapworth Museum of Geology

Video Content Creation Workshop: Build your brand through video: 24th June 9:30am - 4:30pm; Employer Training Room (Room G30), Aston Webb Building; Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This exclusive practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

(not so) Artificial Intelligence: Making AI work for you, your skills and your career: 24th June 11am - 12:30pm; Room LG13, Learning Centre; AI. What does it mean for you, the workplace and your future career? How could you (or should you) be using it?; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

China Connections: UK Degree, China Career – Career Opportunities and Overseas Talent Policies in Hangzhou: 24th June 11am - 12:30pm; Online; Join us for a session with Ms Junqi Han, Director of the Hangzhou Global Youth Talent Centre, the local government-affiliated organisation supporting overseas returnees. The session will cover the favourable policies Hangzhou offers; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

How does my inner life relate to the climate crisis?: 24th June 1pm - 3pm; On campus; Reflect on the ways the climate crisis impacts our inner lives, and vice versa, with this workshop exploring the Inner Development Goals (IDG) structure as a catalyst for sustainability.; UoB Xtra

Promoting your postgrad skills in applications: 24th June 1pm - 2:30pm; Lecture Room 5, Arts building; How can you make your postgraduate study stand out in applications? Find out with top tips from our Careers Network team at this workshop, a Birmingham Award Masterclass.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra | Postgraduate Taught

Summer Festival of Music: Brass Band: 24th June 1pm - 2pm; On campus; Enjoy some lunchtime music with an outdoor performance by the Symphonic Brass ensemble, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Get confident with Public Speaking: 24th June 1:30pm - 4:30pm; Room 201, Arts Building; Join a half day course with communications expert James Piercy and build your confidence in public speaking!; UoB Xtra

HSBC Smart Money: Fraud and your money: 24th June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Build you financial capability with HSBC's Smart Money programme, designed to help you better understand your money. The fifth session covers fraud and your money - complete all six to receive a Smart Money certificate.; UoB Xtra

Reference management tools for your dissertation: 24th June 2pm - 3:30pm; Online; Referencing causing you a headache? Join the Academic Skills Centre to discover how you can use Cite Them Right Online and EndNote can help you reference clearly and correctly.; Academic Skills Centre | UoB Xtra

Automated External Defibrillation (AED) course: 25th June 9am - 4pm; Sport & Fitness Centre; Defibrillator training, including basic life support, will give you the confidence to act quickly and effectively if someone has a cardiac arrest. You will learn how to operate a defibrillator and how to perform effective CPR.; UoB Xtra | Sport & Fitness

Masters Dissertation Conference: 25th June 9:30am - 5pm; Lecture Theatre 2, Law Building; The annual College of Arts and Law Masters Dissertation Conference offers Masters students the opportunity to present their research, engage with peers, and build confidence in their academic work.; UoB Xtra | Arts & Law

Video Content Creation Workshop: Build your brand through video: 25th June 9:30am - 4:30pm; JG Smith Building G08; Want to share your idea or business but not sure how to show it on camera? This exclusive practical workshop will help you turn your ideas, skills or business into confident, professional video content using just your phone.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

China Connections: Building a STEM career in China - employer insights and alumni journey: 25th June 11am - 12:30pm; Online; Join us for this panel discussion as Chinese employers and alumni working in STEM-related industries in China share insights into industry trends, recruitment expectations, and in-demand skills. This session is delivered in Mandarin.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

PGT Dissertation Conversations: Share, Think and Solve: 25th June 11am - 1pm; Online; Are you feeling daunted by your dissertation? Do you wonder how other students are approaching their projects? Or would you like to chat about your experience and reflect on your next steps? Come along to the PGT Dissertation Conversation!; Academic Skills Centre | UoB Xtra | Postgraduate Taught

Summer Festival of Music: Saxophone Choir: 25th June 1pm - 2pm; Outside Bramall Music Building; Enjoy an outdoor performance by our Saxophone Choir, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

Tribunal for Future Generations: Do we still need to invent new materials?: 25th June 5pm - 7pm; Dome Lecture Theatre (Room 117), Aston Webb building; New materials have changed the world, but should we keep inventing more? Take your seat at a student-created Tribunal for Future Generations, hear the case for and against, and witness the final judgement.; UoB Xtra | Engineering & Physical Sciences

Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band: 26th June 1pm - 2pm; On campus; Enjoy some lunchtime music our Folk Band, part of our Summer Festival of Music!; UoB Xtra | University Music

HSBC Smart Money: Income, tax, and employability: 26th June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Build you financial capability with HSBC's Smart Money programme, designed to help you better understand your money. The final session covers earing an income and the taxes we may encounter - complete all six to receive a Smart Money certificate.; UoB Xtra

India Connections alumni panel: building a career in India: 26th June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Join us for an alumni panel featuring alumni who are now working in India across a range of sectors. Alumni will share practical insights into transitioning from studying in the UK to building a career in India.; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Top Tips for Interview and Assessment Centre Success: 26th June 2pm - 3pm; Online; Regardless of whether you’re applying for internships, part time positions or graduate opportunities, come along to our interviews and assessment centres session to find out how to prepare, top tips for answering questions and what to keep in mind on; Careers Network | UoB Xtra

Junkbusters: 27th June noon - 3pm; Various locations; Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday in June, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.; UoB Xtra

Swap your books at the Main Library this summer

Do you have textbooks or module reading you won’t need again? Bring them along to our Book Swap in the Main Library atrium from Monday 1 - Sunday 21 June, and help support students in the year below, and you could pick up your next year's reading for free! Get ready for your next year of study and get a head start on summer reading. Whether you’re dropping books off, picking up something new, or doing both, come along and be part of sharing the learning!

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