SENSS Doctoral Training Partnership
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ESRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership of universities across the south and east: City, Cranfield, UEA, Essex, Goldsmiths, Lincoln, Middlesex and Roehampton. Find us at https://www.senss.ac.uk/.
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Our 2026-27 Student-led competition is now OPEN for applications!
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
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Our 2026-27 Student-led competition is now OPEN for applications!
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
October 1, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Our 2026-27 Student-led competition is now OPEN for applications!
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Our SENSS-CAM studentship competition is now OPEN for applications.
More details on the competitions and details of both projects are available via: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-cam-st...
Apply before 6 January 2027!
More details on the competitions and details of both projects are available via: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-cam-st...
Apply before 6 January 2027!
October 26, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Our SENSS-CAM studentship competition is now OPEN for applications.
More details on the competitions and details of both projects are available via: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-cam-st...
Apply before 6 January 2027!
More details on the competitions and details of both projects are available via: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-cam-st...
Apply before 6 January 2027!
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Join Christina Silver to think about how to think about using GenAI for qualitative work on this NCRM course: Mindsets for considering the use of AI for Qualitative Research. Covers ethics, methods, and practice.
Date: 26-27 January More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 26-27 January More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
October 20, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Join Christina Silver to think about how to think about using GenAI for qualitative work on this NCRM course: Mindsets for considering the use of AI for Qualitative Research. Covers ethics, methods, and practice.
Date: 26-27 January More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 26-27 January More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Get practical experience using GenAI tools for qualitative analysis on this NCRM course with Christina Silver. Explore and compare general-purpose and bespoke tools and consider their ethical and methodological appropriateness for your analysis.
Date: 3-4 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 3-4 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: Navigating Qualitative AI: Ethical, Methodological and Practical Considerations - Module 2: Harnessing Generative-AI tools for qualitative analysis - Online
Course OverviewNavigating Qualitative AI: Ethical, Methodological and Practical ConsiderationsThe Navigating Qualitative AI course provides an introduction into developments, debates and practicaliti
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October 21, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Get practical experience using GenAI tools for qualitative analysis on this NCRM course with Christina Silver. Explore and compare general-purpose and bespoke tools and consider their ethical and methodological appropriateness for your analysis.
Date: 3-4 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 3-4 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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If you’re considering integrating the use of GenAI tools for qualitative analysis into existing workflows, this course with practical hands-on exercises and discussions is for you. Join Christina Silver to explore options using NVivo and MAXQDA.
Date: 22-23 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 22-23 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
October 22, 2026 at 9:49 AM
If you’re considering integrating the use of GenAI tools for qualitative analysis into existing workflows, this course with practical hands-on exercises and discussions is for you. Join Christina Silver to explore options using NVivo and MAXQDA.
Date: 22-23 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 22-23 Feb
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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PEDRI’s new online learning course offers practical guidance on communicating complex information, addressing public concerns about data use, and effective public involvement and engagement.
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October 22, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Working with data and statistics?
PEDRI’s new online learning course offers practical guidance on communicating complex information, addressing public concerns about data use, and effective public involvement and engagement.
Find out more: hdruklearn.org/courses/cour...
PEDRI’s new online learning course offers practical guidance on communicating complex information, addressing public concerns about data use, and effective public involvement and engagement.
Find out more: hdruklearn.org/courses/cour...
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New course on Agentic Coding for Survey Research. A 3-session online workshop on using AI agents safely in survey design, analysis, and data release. Hands-on with Cursor & GitHub. Open to researchers, practitioners & data managers.
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
October 13, 2026 at 9:49 AM
New course on Agentic Coding for Survey Research. A 3-session online workshop on using AI agents safely in survey design, analysis, and data release. Hands-on with Cursor & GitHub. Open to researchers, practitioners & data managers.
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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The Navigating Qualitative AI course provides an introduction into developments, debates and practicalities in the role and use of Generative AI in Qualitative Research. The course is split into three modules and you can find out more information on each here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
October 14, 2026 at 9:49 AM
The Navigating Qualitative AI course provides an introduction into developments, debates and practicalities in the role and use of Generative AI in Qualitative Research. The course is split into three modules and you can find out more information on each here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Social Network Analysis and Social Phenomena
How do networks shape information, behaviour and opportunity? Who should an intervention target? Explore these questions through social network theory and practical exercises.
Date: 1-2 February
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
How do networks shape information, behaviour and opportunity? Who should an intervention target? Explore these questions through social network theory and practical exercises.
Date: 1-2 February
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: Social Network Analysis and Social Phenomena - Online
Why do our friends often know one another, even though we are only a few connections away from people in very different social circles? Why does information spread easily through some networks, while
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October 15, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Social Network Analysis and Social Phenomena
How do networks shape information, behaviour and opportunity? Who should an intervention target? Explore these questions through social network theory and practical exercises.
Date: 1-2 February
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
How do networks shape information, behaviour and opportunity? Who should an intervention target? Explore these questions through social network theory and practical exercises.
Date: 1-2 February
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Ethnography is a flexible & versatile qualitative research method based on participant observation. It helps us get a sense of people's lived experiences & how they navigate everyday challenges.
Conducting Ethnographic Research - Date: 14-15 January 2027
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Conducting Ethnographic Research - Date: 14-15 January 2027
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Training course: Conducting Ethnographic Research - Online
The aim of this two-day online training course is to introduce participants to the practice and ethics of ethnographic research. Through a mix of plenary sessions, group and independent work, partici
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October 6, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Ethnography is a flexible & versatile qualitative research method based on participant observation. It helps us get a sense of people's lived experiences & how they navigate everyday challenges.
Conducting Ethnographic Research - Date: 14-15 January 2027
Learn more www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Conducting Ethnographic Research - Date: 14-15 January 2027
Learn more www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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This practical interactive course will show you how to design better questionnaires for web / mobile web surveys, focusing on both question wording and the web survey itself (and info on moving from interviewer to online surveys).
Date: 18-20 Jan
Register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 18-20 Jan
Register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
October 7, 2026 at 9:49 AM
This practical interactive course will show you how to design better questionnaires for web / mobile web surveys, focusing on both question wording and the web survey itself (and info on moving from interviewer to online surveys).
Date: 18-20 Jan
Register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 18-20 Jan
Register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Learn how to use documents as data on our upcoming online course.
The course, led by @drhelenkara.bsky.social, takes place on 9-10 March 2027.
Find out more and register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
The course, led by @drhelenkara.bsky.social, takes place on 9-10 March 2027.
Find out more and register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: Documents as Data - Online
This online course will explain when and why to use documents as data for research, show you how to gather documentary data, and consider some ways to analyse that data.The course covers: When a
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October 8, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Learn how to use documents as data on our upcoming online course.
The course, led by @drhelenkara.bsky.social, takes place on 9-10 March 2027.
Find out more and register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
The course, led by @drhelenkara.bsky.social, takes place on 9-10 March 2027.
Find out more and register: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Vibe coding is the practice of generating code by prompting an AI system through natural language. Rather than writing code line-by-line, you will learn how to interact with Large Language Models (LLMs) to generate, test, and debug code.
Date: 9-10 Nov
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 9-10 Nov
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
October 2, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Vibe coding is the practice of generating code by prompting an AI system through natural language. Rather than writing code line-by-line, you will learn how to interact with Large Language Models (LLMs) to generate, test, and debug code.
Date: 9-10 Nov
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 9-10 Nov
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Learn Git and GitHub through a graphical interface. This course covers core version control concepts, from creating repositories to managing branches and collaborating via GitHub.
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: Version Control with GitHub - Online
This course introduces researchers to version control using Git and GitHub through an accessible graphical interface, requiring no prior experience with Git or the command line. Participants will lea
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October 5, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Learn Git and GitHub through a graphical interface. This course covers core version control concepts, from creating repositories to managing branches and collaborating via GitHub.
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Our 2026-27 Student-led competition is now OPEN for applications!
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
October 1, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Our 2026-27 Student-led competition is now OPEN for applications!
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Fully-funded studentships for postgraduate researchers wanting to begin a PhD in October 2027.
For more information, please visit: www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
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AI for Survey Researchers (three workshop series) - online
A clear, practical introduction to how LLMs actually work and how to use them effectively in research.
Date: 23, 30 Nov & 7 Dec
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
A clear, practical introduction to how LLMs actually work and how to use them effectively in research.
Date: 23, 30 Nov & 7 Dec
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: AI for Survey Researchers – A three-workshop series (online)
Large language models are now embedded in research workflows across the social sciences, yet most researchers interact with these tools through consumer interfaces that obscure how they work, where d
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September 29, 2026 at 9:49 AM
AI for Survey Researchers (three workshop series) - online
A clear, practical introduction to how LLMs actually work and how to use them effectively in research.
Date: 23, 30 Nov & 7 Dec
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
A clear, practical introduction to how LLMs actually work and how to use them effectively in research.
Date: 23, 30 Nov & 7 Dec
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Join this one-day online workshop on 9 December exploring Four Qualitative Methods for Understanding Diverse Lives. Discover Photo Go-Alongs, Collage, Life History Interviews & Participant Packs for more inclusive, participatory research.
More info: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
More info: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: Four Qualitative Methods for Understanding Diverse Lives
In this one-day online training workshop you will be introduced to four qualitative research methods to better understand diverse lives - Photo Go-Alongs, Collage, Life History Interviews and Partici
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October 1, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Join this one-day online workshop on 9 December exploring Four Qualitative Methods for Understanding Diverse Lives. Discover Photo Go-Alongs, Collage, Life History Interviews & Participant Packs for more inclusive, participatory research.
More info: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
More info: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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The Navigating Qualitative AI course provides an introduction into developments, debates and practicalities in the role and use of Generative AI in Qualitative Research. The course is split into three modules and you can find out more information on each here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
September 22, 2026 at 9:49 AM
The Navigating Qualitative AI course provides an introduction into developments, debates and practicalities in the role and use of Generative AI in Qualitative Research. The course is split into three modules and you can find out more information on each here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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New course on Agentic Coding for Survey Research. A 3-session online workshop on using AI agents safely in survey design, analysis, and data release. Hands-on with Cursor & GitHub. Open to researchers, practitioners & data managers.
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
September 22, 2026 at 9:49 AM
New course on Agentic Coding for Survey Research. A 3-session online workshop on using AI agents safely in survey design, analysis, and data release. Hands-on with Cursor & GitHub. Open to researchers, practitioners & data managers.
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 5, 12, 19 November
Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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🔜 Next in #ECPRSeminars on Mediterranean Politics and Society
🗓️ 2 Nov, 11:00–13:00 GMT
🎙️ Violeta Moreno-Lax & @sarahwolff.bsky.social explore how a common European SAR framework could clarify responsibilities, strengthen cooperation and protect lives & fundamental rights
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🗓️ 2 Nov, 11:00–13:00 GMT
🎙️ Violeta Moreno-Lax & @sarahwolff.bsky.social explore how a common European SAR framework could clarify responsibilities, strengthen cooperation and protect lives & fundamental rights
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Research Network on Mediterranean Politics and Society (RNMPS) Seminar Series
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September 21, 2026 at 8:01 AM
🔜 Next in #ECPRSeminars on Mediterranean Politics and Society
🗓️ 2 Nov, 11:00–13:00 GMT
🎙️ Violeta Moreno-Lax & @sarahwolff.bsky.social explore how a common European SAR framework could clarify responsibilities, strengthen cooperation and protect lives & fundamental rights
🪑 @weipert.bsky.social
🗓️ 2 Nov, 11:00–13:00 GMT
🎙️ Violeta Moreno-Lax & @sarahwolff.bsky.social explore how a common European SAR framework could clarify responsibilities, strengthen cooperation and protect lives & fundamental rights
🪑 @weipert.bsky.social
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If you’re considering integrating the use of GenAI tools for qualitative analysis into existing workflows, this course with practical hands-on exercises and discussions is for you. Join Christina Silver to explore options using NVivo and MAXQDA. Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
September 15, 2026 at 9:49 AM
If you’re considering integrating the use of GenAI tools for qualitative analysis into existing workflows, this course with practical hands-on exercises and discussions is for you. Join Christina Silver to explore options using NVivo and MAXQDA. Join: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Learn Git and GitHub through a graphical interface. This course covers core version control concepts, from creating repositories to managing branches and collaborating via GitHub.
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Training course: Version Control with GitHub - Online
This course introduces researchers to version control using Git and GitHub through an accessible graphical interface, requiring no prior experience with Git or the command line. Participants will lea
www.ncrm.ac.uk
September 16, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Learn Git and GitHub through a graphical interface. This course covers core version control concepts, from creating repositories to managing branches and collaborating via GitHub.
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 7 October, 13:00-16:00
Sign up: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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Join Christina Silver to think about how to think about using GenAI for qualitative work on this NCRM course: Mindsets for considering the use of AI for Qualitative Research. Covers ethics, methods, and practice.
Date: 30 Sept-1 Oct More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 30 Sept-1 Oct More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
September 17, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Join Christina Silver to think about how to think about using GenAI for qualitative work on this NCRM course: Mindsets for considering the use of AI for Qualitative Research. Covers ethics, methods, and practice.
Date: 30 Sept-1 Oct More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
Date: 30 Sept-1 Oct More Info and Register here: www.ncrm.ac.uk/training/sho...
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SENSS is pleased to announce the soft launch of its Student-led studentship competition for studentships commencing in October 2027!
SENSS has updated its website and we will open the online application platform for applications on 1 October 2026.
www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
SENSS has updated its website and we will open the online application platform for applications on 1 October 2026.
www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
Student-Led Competition — South and East Network for Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership
SENSS will offer these studentships each academic year, over our 6 interdisciplinary themes across 8 universities. Here you will find more information about the competition, what SENSS is looking for,...
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September 7, 2026 at 1:28 PM
SENSS is pleased to announce the soft launch of its Student-led studentship competition for studentships commencing in October 2027!
SENSS has updated its website and we will open the online application platform for applications on 1 October 2026.
www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
SENSS has updated its website and we will open the online application platform for applications on 1 October 2026.
www.senss.ac.uk/senss-studen...
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⏰ Do you want to find out more about synthetic data?
Join our free Introduction to synthetic data workshop.
To book a place, please follow the link below:
📅 30 September 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:00
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Join our free Introduction to synthetic data workshop.
To book a place, please follow the link below:
📅 30 September 2026
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Introduction to synthetic data — UK Data Service
A comprehensive resource funded by the ESRC to support researchers, teachers and policymakers who depend on high-quality social and economic data.
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September 3, 2026 at 8:08 AM
⏰ Do you want to find out more about synthetic data?
Join our free Introduction to synthetic data workshop.
To book a place, please follow the link below:
📅 30 September 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:00
📍 Online
🧷 ukdataservice.ac.uk/events/intro...
Join our free Introduction to synthetic data workshop.
To book a place, please follow the link below:
📅 30 September 2026
⏰ 14:00-15:00
📍 Online
🧷 ukdataservice.ac.uk/events/intro...