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2025
November
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Nordic read-aloud
-Join 150,000 people across the Nordic region to hear 'Dog, Cat and Mouse' by Bárður Oskarsson.
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German Filmklub: Undine
-Join on Tuesday 18 November for the last German Filmklub of term!
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Enterprise Workshop - Business models and route to market
-A free online workshop covering the essentials of starting a business. An hour long and tailored specifically for university founders.
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CV and Interview skills workshop with Slaughter and May (for law students)
-Paul Dickson, partner at Slaughter and May and Aberdeen alumnus, will be giving a workshop to talk you through what the firm is looking for, key hints and tips on putting together your cover letter and CV and how to prepare for interviews. Applications for Slaughter and May's training contracts,...
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PGR Online Session: Planning, Designing and Delivering a Presentation
-This live Teams session will cover they key aspects in planning, designing and delivering a presentation. We will discuss content but also, crucially, communication skills to ensure you present in a clear and impactful way e.g., confidence, tone, eye contact, body language, as well as how to engage with the...
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Train as a lawyer with a non-law degree with Slaughter and May
-Meet Slaughter and May, a leading international law firm, recognised for our exceptional legal service and our commitment to clients. Find out about their opportunities and how to apply.
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Have your say at the Students' Union Annual General Meeting (AGM)
-Discuss the issues that impact student life, receive updates from the Students' Union and University leadership, all while enjoying delicious Domino's pizza. All students in attendance will also be entered into a prize draw to win one of five £20 vouchers!
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PGR Online Session: Tips and Advice for more Productive Academic Writing
-Here we will discuss 4 key themes for better writing: Habits (developing good practice); Blocks (overcoming procrastination); Protect (ensure regular academic writing time); Social (writing with others). This session aims to encapsulate these aspects and provide practical advice on how to write more productively. Hopefully, participants will also share across disciplines, their various strategies around these themes.
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PGR Online Academic Skills Series
-Join our November online sessions designed to help postgraduate researchers build essential academic skills. Topics include how to plan and structure a literature review, develop critical thinking, maintain academic integrity, improve writing habits, and handle feedback and peer review effectively. Each session runs from 11:00–12:00 and offers practical advice to...
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop: Winter Landscapes
-Step into the serene world of Shan Shui - literally "mountain and water" - one of the most beloved themes in Chinese brush painting.
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Movember Sports Day - Primary School Style!
-Join this charity event for nostalgic sports games, friendly competition and a day filled with fun!
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Button Boxes and Moothies 2025
-A unique opportunity to learn more about a wonderful family of small free reed instruments - button boxes, concertinas, melodeons, mouth organs and Jews harps!
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Woodland Plants and Peonies
-Join the Friends of the Cruickshank Garden for the next in their Thursday lecture series
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Ian Sankey (Trombone)
-With Accompanist Anna Michels - playing Ian's "Love and Landscapes" programme.
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Women: Their Place; Their Struggle, c. 1900-45
-This event will take place online
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Charity Spotlight: MCR Pathways
-MCR Pathways change lives through mentoring. Visit them in the Sir Duncan Rice Library from 12pm to 2pm on Thursday 13th of November and speak to their friendly team and find out more.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Using Study Time Effectively ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-Are you using your study time as well as possible? This online session focuses on key techniques for really effective study, including tips for staying motivated and concentrated, as well as for remembering what you have learnt.
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Maths & Stats drop-in session on campus at Fraser Noble - room FN115
-Weekly maths & stats support drop-in session: pop into room FN115 for help and advice on the maths and stats in your courses. Come in on your own or with peers, anytime between 12 and 2, and stay for as long or as little as you need.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Reviewing the Literature ONLINE (PGT & UG)
-Have you been asked (or do you need) to review the existing literature on a topic? This online session looks at what reviewing the literature means. It identifies the critical questions you could be asking yourself while reading specific items of literature as well as some approaches to structuring a...
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Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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Spiders, Bats, Crows, Cats - A Gothic Zoology Tour
-A student-led tour focussing on creatures featured in the 'Fear And Fascination' exhibition. Come and find out some zoological facts behind the fear and fascination of spider, bats, beetles and more!
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Woofie Wednesdays @ Foresterhill
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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Academic skills drop-in (writing and study skills) at SDR Library - room 506
-Got a question about your writing or any aspect of study? Pop into room 506 on level 5 of Sir Duncan Rice Library (between 11:00 – 13:00 on advertised Wednesdays during term) for help and advice. Not a workshop nor a group class, this is just an opportunity for a quick one-to-one...
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On the Scottish Government's 2025 Apology to Gypsy/Travellers: Exposing Scotland's Cultural Genocide
-Since as early as the nineteenth century and up until the 1980s, various institutions across Scotland – including government offices, churches, and charities – participated in an effort to assimilate Gypsy/Traveller communities, families, and individuals into settled society, using housing and child welfare policies as a primary means of coercion....
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Enterprise Workshop - Getting market ready
-A free online workshop covering the essentials of starting a business. An hour long and tailored specifically for university founders.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Approaching and Managing your Dissertation ONLINE (UG)
-This online Teams session will provide practical advice on approaching and managing your dissertation. We will cover the steps in developing a suitable question from an appropriate topic; how to approach and critique the relevant literature / sources and consider the overall structure. Please note, this is a generic session which...
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PGR Series: That's Not Real Research!
-The 'That's Not Real Research!' series aims to break down the perceived barriers between research disciplines, fostering a sustainable and diverse PGR community. At each session, you'll hear different PhD perspectives from our Interdisciplinary Fellows and Directors, highlighting their personal experiences and differing approaches to research. This series is open...
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PGR Online Session: Academic Integrity and how to avoid plagiarism in your PhD Thesis
-At this University, we expect all students to undertake their research with integrity. This session will provide you with an overview of academic integrity and discuss how this relates to your thesis. We will cover academic integrity, including plagiarism (and self-plagiarism); collusion; contract cheating; GenAI tools and the consequences; and data...
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PGR Online Academic Skills Series
-Join our November online sessions designed to help postgraduate researchers build essential academic skills. Topics include how to plan and structure a literature review, develop critical thinking, maintain academic integrity, improve writing habits, and handle feedback and peer review effectively. Each session runs from 11:00–12:00 and offers practical advice to...
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PGR Online Academic Skills Series
-Join our November online sessions designed to help postgraduate researchers build essential academic skills. Topics include how to plan and structure a literature review, develop critical thinking, maintain academic integrity, improve writing habits, and handle feedback and peer review effectively. Each session runs from 11:00–12:00 and offers practical advice to...
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The University of Aberdeen Remembrance Day Chapel Service
-Join us for this important annual Act of Remembrance.
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Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
-Chinese calligraphy is the ancient art of Chinese writing.
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Autumn Tours: Aberdeen Sports Village
-Explore the Aberdeen Sports Village - your home of sport in Aberdeen!
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Alasdair Beatson (Piano)
-Join the internationally acclaimed Scottish pianist, Alasdair Beatson.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Strategies for Reading Effectively ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-What do good readers do? This online session shows you good strategies for getting the most from your reading. It covers how to read actively and how to keep a good record.
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SomaScan seminar
-Attend an informative lunch seminar focused on the latest advancements in high-plex proteomics. This session will feature an in-depth exploration of SomaScan®, a powerful platform that enables the simultaneous measurement of thousands of proteins with exceptional sensitivity and specificity. Agenda 12.00 - 13.00 Complimentary Lunch 13.00 - 13.30 Unlocking the power of high plex Proteomics with...
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PGR Online Session: Thinking critically about your PhD
-This session will outline the importance of thinking critically at doctoral level. We will discuss what it means to think critically about your PhD and consider the following: What are my aims? What will be my contribution to my field of research? Why should someone in my field wish to read my...
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PGR Online Academic Skills Series
-Join our November online sessions designed to help postgraduate researchers build essential academic skills. Topics include how to plan and structure a literature review, develop critical thinking, maintain academic integrity, improve writing habits, and handle feedback and peer review effectively. Each session runs from 11:00–12:00 and offers practical advice to...
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Oral Stories from Gaelic Tradition and Beyond
-Aberdeen and Beyond Storytelling Festival
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Choral Evensong
-Choral Evensong service at King's College Chapel at 5.15pm. Come along and listen to the choir. All welcome.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Organising an 'Essay'-Type Assignment ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-This online session focuses on two key organisational elements of succeeding with ‘essay’-type assignments: 1) getting a clear research direction from careful analysis of the question/title, and 2) the ability to make a good scaffold (or essay plan) which enables effective paragraphing.
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Maths & Stats drop-in session on campus at Fraser Noble - room FN115
-Weekly maths & stats support drop-in session: pop into room FN115 for help and advice on the maths and stats in your courses. Come in on your own or with peers, anytime between 12 and 2, and stay for as long or as little as you need.
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Autumn Tours: King's Campus
-Our classic King's Campus tour - a must-do for all new students and staff (or those who need a refresher). This tour will help you find your way around campus, where to find useful buildings and services + sprinkled with some top tips from your tour guide/student ambassador.
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Woofie Wednesday's @ SDRL
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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Academic skills drop-in (writing and study skills) at SDR Library - room 506
-Got a question about your writing or any aspect of study? Pop into room 506 on level 5 of Sir Duncan Rice Library (between 11:00 – 13:00 on advertised Wednesdays during term) for help and advice. Not a workshop nor a group class, this is just an opportunity for a quick one-to-one...
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Think. Create. Pitch - Ideation Workshop with the UoA Business and Entrepreneurship Society
-Got an idea but not sure where to start? Or maybe you want to come up with one?
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Climate Cafe- Is IT Killing the Planet?
-Join Aberdeen Climate Café 94th hybrid Climate Café addressing the hot topic of the environmental cost of data use and AI application.
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German Filmklub: The Teachers' Lounge
-Watch the Teachers' Lounge (directed by Ilker Çatak, 2023).
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Enterprise Workshop - Understanding your market
-A free online workshop covering the essentials of starting a business. An hour long and tailored specifically for university founders.
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Autumn Workshop Series: What is Academic Writing? How to ensure correct Paragraphing, Grammar and Punctuation in my work? ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-This is live Teams session will explain exactly what we mean by ‘academic writing’ here at the University of Aberdeen! As part of this, we will also cover some key tips on grammar, punctuation and paragraphing, as well as discussing ways in which you can elevate your writing.
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PGR Online Session: Writing a Literature Review
-This session will focus on the various considerations involved in planning, approaching and structuring a literature review. This will focus on a literature review, not a systematic or scoping review, so this session will mainly be of benefit to students researching in the Arts and Humanities.
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PGR Online Academic Skills Series
-Join our November online sessions designed to help postgraduate researchers build essential academic skills. Topics include how to plan and structure a literature review, develop critical thinking, maintain academic integrity, improve writing habits, and handle feedback and peer review effectively. Each session runs from 11:00–12:00 and offers practical advice to...
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Brocade Craft Workshop Aberdeen (Afternoon)
-Join us for a two-hour Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese fabrics to create your own accessories
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Brocade Craft Workshop Aberdeen (Morning)
-Join us for a two-hour Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese fabrics to create your own accessories.
October
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Autumn Workshop Series: Organising an 'Essay'-Type Assignment ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-This online session focuses on two key organisational elements of succeeding with ‘essay’-type assignments: 1) getting a clear research direction from careful analysis of the question/title, and 2) the ability to make a good scaffold (or essay plan) which enables effective paragraphing.
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Library Halloween quiz and zine workshop
-Win goodies and sweet treats this Halloween at the Sir Duncan Rice Library’s copyright house of horrors. Feeling crafty? Work your creative magic and make your very own ‘Hallow-zine’ at our inclusive library zine workshop. Drop in to the library foyer between 11:00-15:00 on Friday 31 October, if you dare…
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Neepie Lantern Workshop and Competition
-Get into the Halloween spirit by crafting your very own traditional neepie lantern!
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Red Note Ensemble - As Part of soundfestival 2025
-Red Note Ensemble present a richly immersive programme exploring sound, ecology, and imagination. Journey beneath the Earth in Tansy Davies' Lost Science (world premiere), dive into vibrant underwater worlds in Ruth Morley's Reef (world premiere) and experience a string trio by Blasio Kavuma. Together, these works channel nature's hidden voices...
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Autumn Workshop Series: Reviewing the Literature ONLINE (PGT & UG)
-Have you been asked (or do you need) to review the existing literature on a topic? This online session looks at what reviewing the literature means. It identifies the critical questions you could be asking yourself while reading specific items of literature as well as some approaches to structuring a...
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Civil Service Fast Stream Graduate Programme Talk and Q&A
-A talk from current fast streamers on joining the fast stream graduate programme and what life is like in the Civil Service and on the Fast Stream. We will talk through the different professions you can apply to, the application process, and the scheme itself. Afterwards there will be time...
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Civil Service Fast Stream Graduate Programme
-Join this talk and Q&A session to find out about the UK government's flagship graduate development programme.
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Charity Spotlight: Paws on Plastic
-Come along & meet Marion and one of her dogs Paddy from Paws on Plastic.
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BeWell & Inclusion Week: Suttie Centre fair
-Drop by the fair at Suttie centre Thursday 30 October to explore ways to boost your wellbeing. Whether you're looking to try something new, embrace new technologies, connect with others, learn, or simply take time for yourself, the fair offers support and information to help you build positive habits for...
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BeWell & Inclusion Week: Blood Donation
-Giving blood saves lives. ScotBlood are back on campus with their donation centre set up Elphinstone Hall Thursday 30 October. Sessions available between 10am - 1230pm and 2pm - 5pm. Please allow up to an hour for the whole session.
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The Dreaming Bog (2022) dir. by Robert Aitken
-Ethnographic Film Series
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Choral Evensong
-Choral Evensong service at King's College Chapel at 5.15pm. Come along and listen to the choir. All welcome.
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Maths & Stats drop-in session on campus at Fraser Noble - room FN115
-Weekly maths & stats support drop-in session: pop into room FN115 for help and advice on the maths and stats in your courses. Come in on your own or with peers, anytime between 12 and 2, and stay for as long or as little as you need.
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BeWell & Inclusion Week: Woofie Wednesday's @ SDRL
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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BeWell & Inclusion Week: Woofie Wednesdays @ Foresterhill
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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Academic skills drop-in (writing and study skills) at SDR Library - room 506
-Got a question about your writing or any aspect of study? Pop into room 506 on level 5 of Sir Duncan Rice Library (between 11:00 – 13:00 on advertised Wednesdays during term) for help and advice. Not a workshop nor a group class, this is just an opportunity for a quick one-to-one...
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King's College Chapel Tour
-All are welcome to join this tour by James Duncan.
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How to reduce your digital carbon footprint
-Given the climate emergency, most of us are keen to reduce our impact on the environment. But what can we do to make a difference? Join this event to explore practical steps to reduce your digital carbon footprint.
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Start Here Breakfast Masterclass with Ian Phillips
-Join the Start Here Breakfast Masterclass with Ian Phillips, University of Aberdeen's Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence for Engineering, in partnership with Business Gateway.
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Who Cares for Death? Tales from Norway
-Aberdeen and Beyond Storytelling Festival
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Scottish Prison Service on campus
-Join us as we speak to two members of staff from HMP & YOI Grampian about careers in the prison service. One a registered forensic psychologist and the other about to embark on her masters in forensic psychology, this is your chance to learn more about the career paths, skills...
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Scottish Prison Service Talk
-Find out about getting a job in the prison service from two forensic psychologists.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Planning, Designing and Delivering a Presentation ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-This live Teams session will cover they key aspects in planning, designing and delivering a presentation, whether it is group, individual, face-to-face or online. We will discuss content and in terms of slides and visual appeal but also communication skills to ensure you present in a clear and impactful way...
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BeWell & Inclusion Week: Elphinstone Hall & Linklater fair
-Drop by the big fair in Elphinstone Hall and Linklater rooms on Tuesday 28 October to explore ways to boost your wellbeing. Whether you're looking to try something new, embrace new technologies, connect with others, learn, or simply take time for yourself, the fair offers support and information to help...
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Anxiety workshop
-The Counselling Service offers psycho-educational workshops to students and members of staff throughout the year. These are facilitated by experienced, qualified counsellors from the University Counselling Service. Booking is required. Find out more here.
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Fear & Fascination - Trick & Treat Week
-University Collections invite you along to the Library Gallery for stories and creative activities during BeWell and Inclusion Week. You will find us on the ground floor of the Sir Duncan Rice Library each lunchtime. Join us for some Gothic treats and a few tricks!
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Autumn Workshop Series: What are the key steps in Researching and Approaching an Essay Assignment? ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-This live Teams session will outline the preparatory stages in approaching an essay, such as: breaking down the question; researching reliable academic sources; considering how to integrate evidence and own argument. There will also be plenty of opportunities for you to ask any questions.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Strategies for Reading Effectively ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-What do good readers do? This online session shows you good strategies for getting the most from your reading. It covers how to read actively and how to keep a good record.
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Stone Drawn Circles - As Part of soundfestival 2025
-Heralded as a "supergroup within new music circles in Ireland" by Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival, Stone Drawn Circles inhabits a new space in Irish contemporary music. In their relatively short existence as a group, the ensemble's debut performance season includes performances at prestigious festivals including HCMF, New Music Dublin and...
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The Age of Uncertainty: Navigating Volatile Times with Confidence
-In a world shaped by shifting political landscapes, economic instability, and rapid technological change, financial decision-making has never been more complex - or more critical. The Age of Uncertainty is a timely discussion designed to help you navigate these turbulent times with clarity and confidence. What to expect at this event: Examine...
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Charity Spotlight: Marie Curie
-Whether you're looking to volunteer, fundraise or simply learn more about our vital work, come along for a chat. No need to book, drop in anytime between 12 and 2pm.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Using Study Time Effectively
-Are you using your study time as well as possible? This online session focuses on key techniques for really effective study, including tips for staying motivated and concentrated, as well as for remembering what you have learnt.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Using Study Time Effectively ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-Are you using your study time as well as possible? This online session focuses on key techniques for really effective study, including tips for staying motivated and concentrated, as well as for remembering what you have learnt.
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Maths & Stats drop-in session on campus at Fraser Noble - room FN115
-Weekly maths & stats support drop-in session: pop into room FN115 for help and advice on the maths and stats in your courses. Come in on your own or with peers, anytime between 12 and 2, and stay for as long or as little as you need.
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Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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Woofie Wednesdays @ Foresterhill
-Come meet our Therapet dogs in an informal setting, no booking required. This is a relaxed, social drop-in event where you can meet others and get a cuddle from our lovely dogs.
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Academic skills drop-in (writing and study skills) at SDR Library - room 506
-Got a question about your writing or any aspect of study? Pop into room 506 on level 5 of Sir Duncan Rice Library (between 11:00 – 13:00 on advertised Wednesdays during term) for help and advice. Not a workshop nor a group class, this is just an opportunity for a quick one-to-one...
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Landscapes of Loss talk by Linde de Vroey
-Linde de Vroey (University of Antwerp) and the Rewilding and Environmental Arts and Humanities networks will deliver a talk focussing on two narratives that shape early and recent rewilding– radical rewilding and biocultural rewilding. The talk will discuss developing a vision for biocultural rewilding in the Scottish Highlands and beyond. Email...
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University of Aberdeen Concert Series - Verbatim (Vocal Quartet)
-We are excited to welcome back Verbatim for their second performance as part of the University of Aberdeen Concert Series.
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Charity Spotlight: Yogi & Cindy Bears
-Yogi and Cindy Bears are a team of Newfoundland dogs fully trained in Water Rescue, Animal Assisted Activities and as Therapy Dogs. Whether you're looking to volunteer or simply meet the dogs and learn more about our vital work, come along for a chat. No need to book, drop...
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Autumn Workshop Series: Reflective Writing-based Assignments ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-This live Teams session will cover reflective writing-based assignments. Reflective writing is somewhat different from academic writing and involves thinking more deeply about learning and development through reflecting on ‘practice’ or a particular experience. This is especially suitable for students in the School of Education, Medical-related courses, or anyone who...
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Counselling Service Drop-In Event
-International students are invited to attend an informal introduction to the University Counselling Service.
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Choral Evensong
-Choral Evensong service at King's College Chapel at 5.15pm. Come along and listen to the choir. All welcome.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Academic Writing Resources: What Exists and How to Use It
-Do you know what resources exist that can support your development as a writer while at university? This online session is a quick tour through what is available, within the university and without.
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Autumn Workshop Series: Academic Writing Resources: What Exists and How to Use It ONLINE (UG & PGT)
-Do you know what resources exist that can support your development as a writer while at university? This online session is a quick tour through what is available, within the university and without.
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Maths & Stats drop-in session on campus at Fraser Noble - room FN115
-Weekly maths & stats support drop-in session: pop into room FN115 for help and advice on the maths and stats in your courses. Come in on your own or with peers, anytime between 12 and 2, and stay for as long or as little as you need.