Summer School

SEDarc Summer School 2026 has the theme, "Connected Research"

Dates: June 24–25, 2026
Location: University of Surrey

We’re excited to announce the upcoming SEDarc Summer School, a two-day event designed to bring together postgraduate researchers and academics for an engaging programme of workshops, talks, and collaborative sessions.

What to expect:

• Inspiring keynote sessions
• Hands-on workshops
• PGR Tiger Teams
• Opportunities for feedback and networking

You can see further details of the programme here: Summer School Programme

SEDarc Summer School 2025 had the theme, "Impactful Research"

Dates: July 15-16, 2025
Location: University of Sussex

We welcomed Dr. Joanna Miller-Smallwood as our keynote speaker. Her talk, "The Rights of Nature: Advocating for the Andean Bear in the Ecuadorian Andes", explored innovative approaches to conservation. Dr. Miller-Smallwood’s work exemplified how research could bridge ecological justice and community empowerment.

In sessions with Dr. James Morland and Dr. Emily Danvers, participants learned how to translate their research into compelling narratives that reached broader audiences. These hands-on sessions equipped attendees with tools to amplify their voices and engage the public and stakeholders.

Other sessions provided opportunities to discover research from SEDarc’s PhD and wider community, offering a platform for emerging researchers to share their work, receive feedback, and inspire interdisciplinary dialogue.

 

You can see further details of the programme here: Summer School Programme