Students Infohub - Current and Upcoming Events

Conservation Research Expedition with Operation Wallacea

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Interested in wildlife conservation, biodiversity research or fieldwork experience? Join Operation Wallacea to learn how you can take part in international conservation expeditions and develop valuable skills for your future career.

Online Maths and Stats Drop-in Sessions

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link. https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

German Filmklub: The American Friend

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000

On Tuesday 3 November, 5pm in MR051, the German Filmklub will show The American Friend (dir. Wim Wenders, 1977), starring Bruno Ganz. FREE. All welcome!

Additionally there’s a prize draw to enter – name another film that Ganz has starred in and email katya.krylova@abdn.ac.uk by the end of Monday 2 Nov.

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Climate Café: Eat local, think global, climate and you

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Climate Action's 104th free Climate Café on local food. Find out why it's important to eat local and how to make more sustainable options.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Medical Library

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (4 Nov)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Autumn Workshop Series: Strategies for Reading Academic Research Publications - PGT & UG

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

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.

On-Campus Maths and Stats Drop-in Session

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Psychology Staff Panel Career Talk

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Hear from three Psychology academics about their career journeys, the decisions they made along the way, and the different paths that led them into academia.

Autumn Workshop Series: How to use Academic Sources more Effectively ONLINE (UG & PGT)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000

This live Teams session will discuss how to use your sources more effectively in terms of demonstrating your knowledge and meeting assessment criteria. Please have a think about any questions you may have on the topic in advance. Interaction and building up a community of learning with other students is...

Charity Spotlight: North East Sensory Services (NESS)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Come along to this Charity Spotlight session with North East Sensory Services (NESS), a charity supporting people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted and deafblind across Aberdeen and surrounding areas.

Autumn Workshop Series: Organising an 'Essay'-Type Assignment - PGT & UG

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

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.

Chinese Calligraphy Workshop

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Workshop in the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy, open to all.

Writing a Literature Review ONLINE (PGR)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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.

A Teams link will be circulated...

Charity Spotlight: All Life Chances - Santa's Grotto Volunteer Opportunities

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Find out how you can volunteer as one of Santa's elves this festive season and gain valuable experience while supporting local families and communities. 09/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

Charity Spotlight: Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation is a youth drug and alcohol education charity delivering evidence-based harm reduction training and resources across Scotland and the UK.

Try Tennis: free beginner sessions

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Always wanted to give tennis a go? Join these fun, relaxed beginner sessions designed for people with little or no tennis experience. Using slower balls and smaller rackets, you'll learn the fundamentals of the game in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Online Maths and Stats Drop-in Sessions

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link.

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Medical Library

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (11 Nov)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Build Your Way with Engineer a Career

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Explore engineering career opportunities, build your professional confidence, and connect with industry representatives through this interactive careers event.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

On-Campus Maths and Stats Drop-in Session

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Autumn Workshop Series: Reviewing the Literature - PGT & UG

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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...

Charity Spotlight: Clan Cancer Support

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Come along to this Charity Spotlight session to meet the team from Clan Cancer Support and learn more about the important work they do supporting people affected by cancer across the north-east.

Go Abroad Fair

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Learn about international study, work or research opportunities including summer programmes at this event. Speak to Go Abroad ambassadors and returning students about their experiences abroad.

Kate MacNiven: The Silent Witch of Monzie

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Elphinstone Institute Public Lecture Series

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop: Fish

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 10:00:00 +0000

All-day workshop in the art of Chinese brush painting.

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop: Tiger

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Two-hour workshop in the art of Chinese brush painting.

Charity Spotlight: LATNEM Peer Support

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Learn about LATNEM Peer Support, a perinatal mental health charity supporting mums and birthing people across Scotland, and discover opportunities to volunteer, support, and refer individuals to their services. 16/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

Try Tennis: free beginner sessions

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Psychology Career Talk: Saga Svensson - From Tech to Camouflage

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Interested in careers beyond academia? Hear from psychology PhD graduate Saga Svensson about her journey from research and technology to leading research within the Swedish Armed Forces.

Thinking critically about your PhD ONLINE

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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...

Engineering Employer Showcase: SLB (1/2)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Meet representatives from SLB and learn more about careers in engineering, the energy industry, and opportunities available to students and graduates.

Make It Here: Meet Creative Aberdeen

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Discover Aberdeen's creative community, explore creative career pathways, and learn how Creative Aberdeen supports emerging creatives, freelancers and professionals working across the creative sector.

Online Maths and Stats Drop-in Sessions

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link.

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Medical Library

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (18 Nov) A BIRDS SPECIAL

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Autumn Workshop Series: Reviewing the Literature - PGT & UG

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

On-Campus Maths and Stats Drop-in Session

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Charity Spotlight: CFINE

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Meet the team from CFINE and learn how they support communities across North East Scotland through initiatives focused on health, wellbeing, poverty reduction, and environmental sustainability. 19/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

Autumn Workshop Series: Organising an 'Essay'-Type Assignment - PGT & UG

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Brocade Craft Workshop (Morning)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Join us for a Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use Chinese brocade fabrics to create your own hand-sewn zip purse or cosmetic pouch. You'll be able to choose from a selection of fabrics and then you will be guided step-by-step through the process, creating your own unique item to keep.

Brocade Craft Workshop (Afternoon)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Tips and Advice for more Productive Academic Writing ONLINE (PGR)

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000

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,...

Charity Spotlight: Compass Project - Navigating Healthy, Sustainable Living

Mon, 23 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Discover volunteering opportunities with the Compass Project and find out how you can support local communities while gaining valuable skills and experience. 23/11/2026, 12pm-2pm

IAHS PERG Journal Club

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 11:00:00 +0000

IAHS PERG (Postgraduate Education Research Group) Journal Club

Online Maths and Stats Drop-in Sessions

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link.

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Storytelling: Warrior/Poet

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Part of the Scottish International Storytelling Festival Go Local Programme and the Aberdeen and Beyond Storytelling Programme

Woofie Wednesdays @ Medical Library

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (25 Nov)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

On-Campus Maths and Stats Drop-in Session

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Autumn Workshop Series: Paragraphs: How to Give Them Structure and Flow - PGT & UG

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Why do good paragraphs help your marker? How should they be organised? This online session shows you how to understand the different purposes paragraphs can have and how to construct them cohesively. You will encounter examples of effective and of less effective paragraphs and learn to identify the difference.

Ceilidh Connections: Where Scottish & Chinese Culture Meet

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 13:30:00 +0000

It might be chilly outside, come inside and warm up with an afternoon of music, dancing and culture at Ceilidh Connections.

PGR CommuniTea Series: The Human Side of the Research - Mental Health and Wellbeing during your PhD

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 10:30:00 +0000

Target audience: PGR Students

Join Dr Malcolm Harvey for an open, honest and thought- provoking conversation about mental health, wellbeing, and the realities of postgraduate research.

Drawing on personal experiences and reflections from his academic career, Malcolm will explore the human side of doing a PhD - including the challenges, pressures and...

Dealing with Constructive Feedback and Peer Review ONLINE (PGR)

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The art of giving and receiving feedback well is very much an under-estimated skill, but crucial at PGR research level.

Here we will discuss how to take constructive feedback e.g. from your supervisor, positively and how to act on it, the benefits of self-reflection, and also peer review.

A Teams link will...

Online Maths and Stats Drop-in Sessions

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers: just connect using the Teams link.

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/372215935798026?p=EZyeRuw0SCw8CghDq7

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 01 Dec 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

British Society of Soil Science

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The British Society of Soil Science 2026 Annual Conference will take place from Tuesday 1st to Friday 4th December at the ��.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Medical Library

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (02 Dec)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

On-Campus Maths and Stats Drop-in Session

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Session runs weekly and is open to all students. There is no need to book, you can pop in any time to speak to one of the Advisers.

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Medical Library

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 11:15:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (09 Dec)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Brought to you by students from the Zoology and Biological Sciences Society.

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

IAHS PERG Journal Club

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 14:00:00 +0000

IAHS PERG (Postgraduate Education Research Group) Journal Club

Yoga Tuesday @Suttie

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 17:15:00 +0000

You deserve a mindful break during your busy week! Classes are free and open to all (students & staff). No previous experience needed.

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45 (16 Dec)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Zoology Museum Tour 12:00-12:45

Woofie Wednesdays @ Sir Duncan Rice Library

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Woofie Wednesdays @ Taylor Library

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Enhance your Wednesday with a cuddle from one of our visiting therapets!

Visit Aberdeenshire Ambassador Awards 2026

Thu, 21 Jan 2027 18:00:00 +0000

The CPD & Event Services Team are supporting Visit Aberdeenshire annual ambassador awards - providing the awards application process.

Philosophy with Children

Wed, 10 Feb 2027 09:00:00 +0000

One-day CPD course developed for educators, primary and secondary school teachers.

Engineering Employer Showcase: TechnipFMC (2/2)

Thu, 11 Feb 2027 11:30:00 +0000

Meet TechnipFMC and learn more about careers, placements and graduate opportunities in the global energy industry.

Engineering Employer Showcase: SLB (2/2)

Tue, 23 Feb 2027 11:30:00 +0000

Meet representatives from SLB and learn more about careers in engineering, the energy industry, and opportunities available to students and graduates.