From the British Library:
“New PhD students from across the UK are invited to attend a specially tailored day of talks, workshops and networking opportunities at the British Library, focusing on your research subject.
Each day includes a general introduction to relevant research sources, curator talks and workshops, and details on how to get a Reader Pass. To ensure the days are accessible to research postgraduates from across the UK, students from outside London may apply for a limited number of £30 travel bursaries.
Aims of the Open Days:
- To introduce you to the range of research materials available in the British Library
- To offer special curator sessions and workshops in a range of topics
- To show you how to access the catalogues, and carry out bibliographic research on your topic
- To introduce you to specialist curators at the Library
- To give you an opportunity to network with postgraduate students from other universities across the UK
- The day will contribute to national subject-specific and generic research skills training
Due to high demand, places are limited to first-year PhD students. The days are extremely popular so please let us know if you are unable to attend; we will contact your university if you do not inform us in advance.”
History: Medieval to 18th Century – 4 November 2011
History: 19th – 21st Century – 10 February 2012
Times: 10.30 – 16.00
Location: British Library, 96 Euston Road, London, NW1 2DB
Price: Free, lunch included