BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//University of 51³Ô¹Ï - ECPv6.17.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:University of 51³Ô¹Ï X-ORIGINAL-URL: X-WR-CALDESC:Events for University of 51³Ô¹Ï REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260901T140000 DTSTAMP:20260819T105041Z CREATED:20260805T094757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T105041Z UID:660196-1788265800-1788271200@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:Postgraduate Studies in Clinical and Healthcare Education Virtual Taster DESCRIPTION:Discover Postgraduate Study options in Clinical Studies & Healthcare Education at The University of 51³Ô¹Ï. \nDuring this interactive virtual taster\, Dr Rishen Cattaree\, the Programme Lead for our Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education\, will give a presentation on our programmes and courses\, engage with attendees in group activities and answer any questions they may have. \nPlease note that as this will be an interactive virtual taster\, there will be an option to have the video and audio on. We will convert this webinar to a meeting one day prior to the event to allow for this interaction – you do not need to do anything differently- just click on the link you received when registering for the webinar. \nThis is a live online event. To attend\, please register to receive a link to this Zoom event. URL:/event/postgraduate-studies-in-clinical-healthcare-education-virtual-taster/ LOCATION:Virtual online event\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured,Medicine,Taster ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Preparing-for-medical-selection-events5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T190000 DTSTAMP:20260819T110653Z CREATED:20260819T110653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T110653Z UID:660443-1788804000-1788807600@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:In Conversation with Michael Crick DESCRIPTION:Join us for this upcoming ‘In Conversation’ event\, hosted by Mark Seddon. \nMichael Crick is a prominent British television journalist\, author\, and broadcaster known for his tenacious investigative reporting on UK politics. \nHe helped launch Channel 4 News in 1982\, served as BBC Newsnight Political Editor\, and later returned to Channel 4 News as Political Correspondent. \nHe has authored a number of books including; Jeffrey Archer: Stranger than Fiction (1995) and One Party After Another: The Disruptive Life of Nigel Farage (2022). \nMichael expressed deep shock and when the 2015 death of his former teacher\, occasional lecturer at the University of 51³Ô¹Ï and close friend\, Peter Farquhar\, in Maids Moreton\, was treated as a murder investigation. URL:/event/in-conversation-with-michael-crick/ LOCATION:The Vinson Building Auditorium\, The University of 51³Ô¹Ï\, 51³Ô¹Ï\, MK18 1EG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:50-years,Featured,VC's Speaker Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T160000 DTSTAMP:20260811T081720Z CREATED:20260811T080444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T081720Z UID:660299-1789570800-1789574400@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:L4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship Insight Session DESCRIPTION:Join our free online insight session\, hosted by the Programme Delivery and Apprenticeships Team\, to discover how the Level 4 Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship can support both individual career development and organisational success through effective project delivery. \nProject management skills are increasingly in demand across all sectors\, helping organisations successfully plan\, coordinate and deliver projects that drive improvement\, innovation and business growth. This programme is designed to develop confident\, capable project professionals who can contribute effectively within a wide range of industries and organisational environments. \nDuring the session\, you will: \n\nHear from experienced programme tutors and apprenticeship specialists\nLearn how the programme develops practical project management knowledge\, skills and behaviours aligned to industry standards\nExplore key topics including project planning\, stakeholder management\, budgeting\, governance\, risk management and communication\nGain a clear overview of the course content\, delivery model and apprenticeship assessment approach\nUnderstand how the programme supports workforce development\, succession planning and employee retention\nLearn how apprenticeships are funded\, including eligibility and funding rules\nFind out more about the application process\nAsk questions directly to our expert team\n\nWhether you are an employer looking to strengthen project capability within your organisation\, or an individual seeking to develop professional project management skills\, this session will provide valuable insight into the benefits and opportunities offered through the programme. URL:/event/l4-associate-project-manager-apprenticeship-insight-session-2/ LOCATION:Virtual online event\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Apprenticeships,Featured,Virtual Information Session END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T110000 DTSTAMP:20260812T080916Z CREATED:20260812T080752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T080916Z UID:660352-1789639200-1789642800@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:L4 Intelligence Analyst Apprenticeship Insight Session DESCRIPTION:Join our free online insight session\, hosted by the Programme Delivery and Apprenticeships Team\, to discover how the Intelligence Analyst Apprenticeship programme can support both individual development and organisational capability across a wide range of sectors. \nTraditionally associated with national security and government settings\, intelligence analysis is now increasingly being applied across public\, private and third sector organisations to support better decision-making\, risk management and operational effectiveness. \nDuring the session\, you will: \n\nHear from experienced practitioners and programme tutors\, including Simon Butterworth and Sharon Connally (Anacapa Trainer)\nLearn how the programme develops practical analytical skills\, including structured techniques\, data interpretation and tools such as Excel and Power BI\nExplore how these skills can be applied across sectors to support insight-led decision-making\nGain a clear overview of the course content\, delivery and assessment approach\nUnderstand how the programme supports workforce development\, career progression and employee retention\nLearn how apprenticeships are funded\, including eligibility and funding rules\nFind out more about the application process\nAsk questions directly to our expert team URL:/event/intelligence-analyst-apprenticeship-l4-insight-session/ LOCATION:Virtual online event\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Apprenticeships,Featured,Virtual Information Session END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T140000 DTSTAMP:20260819T102506Z CREATED:20260217T100559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T102506Z UID:656993-1790168400-1790172000@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:MSc Applied Data Science Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar for an in-depth exploration of our exciting on-campus\, full-time MSc Applied Data Science course\, or our online version for those that would prefer to learn remotely. \nThis webinar offers the opportunity to deep dive into the academic programme with the programme director\, Dr Maysson Ibrahim. \nWhy consider the MSc Applied Data Science degree?\nFrom banking and healthcare to logistics and insurance\, organisations rely on advanced analytics to transform products\, streamline operations\, and make smarter strategic decisions. At the heart of this transformation is Data Science\, managing data across its full lifecycle: capturing\, processing\, analysing\, and translating complex datasets into meaningful insight. \nThe MSc Applied Data Science at The University of 51³Ô¹Ï is a specialist Level 7 programme designed to balance technical depth with real-world leadership. Alongside advanced training in machine learning and data mining\, the course integrates Inclusive Leadership and Innovation\, preparing graduates not only to build intelligent systems\, but to lead technological change across diverse sectors. URL:/event/msc-applied-data-science-webinar/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Computing,Featured,Virtual Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Applied-Data-Science-webinar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260925T170000 DTSTAMP:20260209T103130Z CREATED:20251120T105239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T103130Z UID:655520-1790323200-1790355600@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:International Conference on Human Rights\, Sustainable Development and The Rule of Law DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to The University of 51³Ô¹Ï\, Law School third Annual International Conference on Human Rights\, Sustainable Development and The Rule of Law taking place on Friday 25 September 2026. \nAs an interdisciplinary conference\, researchers\, experts\, scholars\, postgraduate students\, academics\, non-academics\, public commentators\, policymakers\, and activists are invited to submit abstracts for presentation that seek to deliver key\, cutting-edge research findings\, result-oriented solutions\, and briefings/experiences in practice and fieldwork. Presenters would be required to send the full paper for publication\, and the selected papers will be published in the Denning Law Journal (peer-reviewed). \nThe International Conference on Human Rights\, Sustainable Development and The Rule of Law is seeking submissions related to the following themes: \n\nInternational Human Rights Law\nClimate Change and Human Rights\nEcocriticism and Environmental Justice\nUniversal Climate Justice\nRenewable Energy\nEnergy Transitions\nEnvironmental\, Social\, and Corporate Governance (ESG)\nSustainable Development\nThe Rule of Law and Sustainable Development\nClimate Change\, Sustainability and Fashion\nHuman Rights Due Diligence (HRDD)\nFast Fashion\, Human Rights\, and Climate Crises\nClimate Activism\, Ecological Integrity and Social Justice\nGarment Workers and Human Rights\n\nPlease note that participation is in-person for all presenters. \nPresenters would need to submit a maximum of 250-word abstract that is connected but not limited to the above themes to lawconference@buckingham.ac.uk\nWe accept abstracts from all disciplines. \nThe conference participants will be presented with: \n\nCertificate of participation.\nConference folder/brochure of programme.\nOnline digital access to photographs and other resources to stay connected after the conference.\nAccepted conference papers will be published in a reputable journal – The Denning Law Journal (peer-reviewed).\nA letter of acceptance to support visa application and processing can be provided for delegates coming from outside the United Kingdom.\nPresenters would need to pay £100.00 GPB conference registration fee.\nBreakfast and Lunch will be served on the day of the conference to participants\, panellists\, and attendees.\nPostgraduate research students are exempted from conference fee payment.\n\nNote: If your abstract is accepted for presentation and you require a waiver of the conference fee because of financial hardship\, please send an email to the organisers detailing the grounds for the waiver. \nAll Participants are responsible for taking care of their traveling\, accommodation\, and feeding. We are happy to provide non-financial assistance for those needing accommodation and traveling by pointing them in the right direction. \nProposed timeline of events\n\nInterested participants must submit abstracts before the end of working hours on 30 April 2026. Decisions are made within two weeks of abstract submission. Note: The conference fee is due to be paid upon notification of abstract acceptance – a formal letter of acceptance will be issued as soon as payment is received.\nOwners of selected abstracts must confirm their physical attendance and presentation at the conference by 1 July 2026.\nPowerPoint slides of the proposed presentation must be submitted by 1 August 2026.\nParticipants who desire to submit a full paper for publication must complete the paper for publication and submit it by 30th August 2026. Please note that it is the responsibility of the participant/author to ensure that the paper is of high quality.\nIn the week commencing 21 September 2026\, a reminder email will be sent to all participants to confirm that there is no change of circumstance and for them to validate their attendance.\nProgramme of events will be provided to participants on the day of the conference. All delegates would need to arrive at 8:00 AM for registration and validation.\n\nConference fee: £100 \nAudience Pass\nAudience passes are available for all individuals with interests in the conference themes and can benefit from the information\, resources\, contact\, and content of the presenters and speakers. The audience can also join preliminary discussions\, and plenary sessions and participate in the Q&A segments. \nA Certificate of Participation will be provided. \nFee: £10 \nFree for students. \nBenefits\nPresent to a Global Community\nIn-person presentation provides the opportunity to share your research\, opinion pieces\, literature\, and activist experience with a global and multi-disciplinary audience. \nBuild your Network\nWe pride ourselves on connecting international voices and interdisciplinary dialogue through our network of qualified human rights\, fashion\, and sustainability experts\, academics\, writers\, campaigners\, researchers\, activists\, and policy and change-makers. \nPublishing\nWe provide the opportunity to be published in the Denning Law Journal (Peer Reviewed). We also support a variety of open-access publication pathways to allow maximum flexibility to support the principle of open research. URL:/event/international-conference-on-human-rights-sustainable-development-rule-of-law/ LOCATION:The Vinson Building\, The University of 51³Ô¹Ï\, Hunter Street\, 51³Ô¹Ï\, MK18 1EG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/law-taster-sustainability-theme.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T143000 DTSTAMP:20260825T134808Z CREATED:20250716T140057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T134808Z UID:653150-1790775000-1790778600@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:Psychology Taster DESCRIPTION:Join our webinar to get a taste of what it’s like to study Psychology at 51³Ô¹Ï! \nWhat will I experience at this Psychology Taster?\n\nFind out more about our BPS (British Psychological Society) accredited Psychology degree.\nLearn about how our degree develops the knowledge and skills you will require to be successful within a psychology-based career.\nBe able to ask questions to our current students and academic staff via online chat.\nA themed taster session.\n\n\nTaster Theme\nEach Psychology Taster includes a themed session\, so you can experience what it it’s really like to learn as a 51³Ô¹Ï psychology student. \nThis Taster’s theme is: Do you think reality is subjective or objective? Did you know there’s room for both views in psychological research? Dr Charmaine Sonnex will explore the different ways we can conduct research in psychology\, and the questions you can ask to ensure the design matches the research question. \n\nFinding out more about Psychology at 51³Ô¹Ï\nParticipating in this taster session not only provides you with the chance to explore our unique tutorial model and flexible study options\, but also explains the convenience of two entry points\, and the possibility to complete your degree in just two years. During the session\, you’ll gain insights into the accreditation of our BSc Psychology degree by the British Psychological Society\, and delve into the specifics of our unique modules covering all seven areas of practitioner psychology. \nPlease note that this is a live\, online event. To attend\, please register to receive a link to this event. A recording will be available on request following the taster. URL:/event/psychology-taster-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Featured,Psychology,Taster,Virtual Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Psychology-Taster-Header-Reality-Theme.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rosie Johnson":MAILTO:tasters@buckingham.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260819T145807Z CREATED:20250416T160002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T145807Z UID:641854-1790784000-1790787600@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:Law Taster DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us online to discover what it is like to be a Law student at 51³Ô¹Ï. \nWhat will you experience at this taster?\n\nA themed tutorial session.\nDiscover how studying Law at 51³Ô¹Ï is unique! Hear about our small group teaching\, flexible entry points in September and January\, and how you can complete your degree within two years.\nFind out about our broad range of extra-curricular opportunities to develop your professional skills and experience of legal practice.\nAsk any questions you may have! Speak to a member of our law academic team and a current student via online chat.\n\n\nTaster Theme\nEach Law Taster includes a themed session\, so you can experience what it is like to attend a Law tutorial as a 51³Ô¹Ï student. \nThis Taster’s theme is AI and the Battlefield. \nShould AI be trusted to make targeting decisions? Can the law keep up with rapidly advancing technology? Where do we draw the line between military necessity and human rights? \nWhat happens when machines\, and not humans\, make life-and-death decisions? We’ll explore autonomous weapons\, artificial intelligence\, and the laws of war. Through real-world scenarios and powerful film analysis\, you’ll step into the role of a military decision-maker and grapple with the legal and ethical dilemmas shaping modern conflict. \n\nWho is this taster for?\nAre you an aspiring solicitor or barrister? \nOr\, perhaps you want to work in compliance or financial services? \nDuring this webinar you’ll find out how the LLB at 51³Ô¹Ï\, delivered over two years\, will support you in achieving your career ambitions. \nFor those interested in qualifying as a solicitor in the UK\, the webinar will explain the recent introduction of SQE (Solicitors Qualifying Examinations) and how our law degrees help prepare you for these professional exams\, enabling you to choose the accelerated SQE1 preparation courses after graduation. Our innovative and diverse curriculum also contributes to preparation for the practice orientated SQE2\, both SQE1 and SQE2 being necessary for qualification as a solicitor. \nFor those students wishing to qualify as an English barrister\, we will explain how our law degrees (single or combined honours) satisfy the academic component of Bar training\, the necessary first step to qualifying as an English barrister. \nOur LLB also satisfies the necessary first step for qualifying as a lawyer in various common law jurisdictions\, including Canada\, Nigeria\, the Bahamas\, and Bermuda. In addition\, we often accommodate the additional requirements needed to practise in some other common law countries and\, if you are an overseas student\, we are willing to explore what modules you will need to qualify for your jurisdiction. \nThis is a live online event. To attend\, please register and you will receive a link to the Zoom event.  A recording will be available on request following the event. URL:/event/law-taster-4/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:Featured,Law School,Taster,Virtual Information Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Law-Taster-AI-and-the-Battlefield.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Rosie Johnson":MAILTO:tasters@buckingham.ac.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261010T143000 DTSTAMP:20260706T111520Z CREATED:20260627T133037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T111520Z UID:659573-1791626400-1791642600@www.buckingham.ac.uk SUMMARY:51³Ô¹Ï Open Day DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to visit 51³Ô¹Ï this autumn and discover your future prospects! Find out if 51³Ô¹Ï is the place to study for you\, and ask us those all-important questions. \nDiscover our 51³Ô¹Ï campus!\nYou’re invited to visit us in-person this spring to come and explore our riverside campus. You’ll check out our accommodation\, hear from our Students’ Union\, and let our students and staff tell you everything you need to know about living and studying at 51³Ô¹Ï. \nWhat will I learn?\nYou’ll discover all the reasons why we’re ranked 1st for Graduate Prospects (On-Track) in South-East England*\, and the unique advantages of our personalised teaching model with small class sizes. You will also find out about our dedicated student support team\, the town of 51³Ô¹Ï itself\, and our beautiful\, safe campus. \n*Complete University Guide 2027 \nWhat happens at a 51³Ô¹Ï Open Day?\nAfter being welcomed by our staff and Student Ambassadors\, you’ll have the opportunity to: \n\nMeet our Accommodation\, Fees and Finance\, Students’ Union\, Student Welfare and Careers Service teams.\nMeet our academic team and ask any questions you may have.\nFind out about our degrees and enjoy a taster session of your chosen subject.\nChat with our students about what student life is like at 51³Ô¹Ï.\nGo on a guided tour of the campus and view our accommodation blocks.\nRelax\, get some lunch and soak up the atmosphere on our beautiful riverside campus.\n\nThe day’s schedule\nPlease note that our Open Days consist of scheduled events throughout the day\, and your arrival location will depend on your subject of interest. Be sure to check the day’s schedule for your arrival time and location before attending. Full details will be emailed to you closer to the event date. \nIf you need to cancel your place or have any questions about our open days\, please e-mail info@buckingham.ac.uk. URL:/event/buckingham-open-day-4/ LOCATION:The University of 51³Ô¹Ï – 51³Ô¹Ï Campus\, Hunter Street\, 51³Ô¹Ï\, MK18 1EG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured,Open Days,University-wide Open Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Open-day-vinson.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR