The Queen Mary Academy delivers university-wide support and development of education and research. We work with staff and students to develop and enhance their practice in teaching, learning, and research.
About the Queen Mary Academy
Learn more about our mission, how we work and how to collaborate with us.
For educators
We offer a range of resources, workshops and training to support excellence in teaching and learning.
For doctoral students
We provide the tools and training you need to develop into a successful, independent researcher.
For postdocs
We deliver a range of continuing professional development opportunities to help our research staff excel.
For academic staff
We help academics to support those they manage, and to progress and achieve recognition in their practice.
For students
Find out about opportunities to help shape our education and student experience and learn new skills.
Workshops from the Queen Mary Academy
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Finding Research Funding, including small grants and travel funds
Description: In this hands-on workshop, we will introduce you to some online search tools for research funding including: Research Professional, EURAXESS, and The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding.
Book this courseSenior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy Workshop
Description: A workshop for staff seeking to apply for Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy
Book this courseSpeed-reading for Researchers
Description: In this workshop you’ll be invited to examine your current reading skills and to experiment with techniques for enhancing them.
Book this courseSo you want to do a postdoc? (2 part course)
Description: In this workshop we will discuss the different types of postdoctoral positions, and how to find, fund, and make yourself more competitive when applying for these posts. Day 1 - Thu 19 May 22 from 10:00 - 11:30. Day 2 - Fri 20 May 22 from 10:00 - 11:30.
Book this courseLet's Write! Online Writing Retreat (full day)
Description: These full-day writing retreats will provide you with structured time to focus on your writing and stay on track with the support of your peers. We also offer 1-to-1 feedback sessions during the full-day retreats to give you some tips on different kinds of writing and different techniques to try to keep your productivity where you would like it to be.
Book this courseCrafting Your Literature Review
Description: You've absorbed a huge amount of material around your research topic. Now, you need to determine what’s most relevant and present it in a way that’s accessible, compelling and justifies your own contribution. In this interactive workshop you'll be guided through several practical exercises designed to help you determine the structure and focus of your literature review. You’ll learn techniques to help you synthesise the literature and communicate the story of the research clearly and persuasively. Taking place on 24 and 25 May.
Book this courseAssociate Fellowship & Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy Workshop
Description: A workshop for those seeking to apply for Associate Fellowship / Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy.
Book this courseCritical Thinking
Description: This workshops will help postgraduate research students develop their logical argumentation and analysis skills.
Book this courseManaging Bold and Challenging Conversations with Taught Students
Description: This interactive workshop invites you to focus on relationships, feedback and at times conflict; providing you with the knowledge and skills to build confidence in approaching future bold and challenging conversations with taught students. It provides a range of different models to effectively Tmanage these situations. You will be asked to contribute to conversations, complete activities and reflect on your own experiences.
Book this courseMaking the most of Reading Lists Online
Description: This workshop will cover how to use the online reading list system Talis Aspire to create and maintain your reading lists. We will look at the benefits of using the system for both you and your students, and consider different approaches to structuring, populating and contextualising reading to support learning. We'll consider how to make the most of Library resources, from embedding interactive tools to digitising print materials, and how to request acquisition of additional resources where appropriate. We will also cover how to embed your reading list on QMplus and ensure you are complying with copyright restrictions when providing resources in online learning environments.
Book this courseSenior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy Workshop
Description: A workshop for those seeking to apply for Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy.
Book this coursePrincipal Fellowship Drafting Workshop
Description: A workshop for staff seeking to apply for Principal Fellowship of AdvanceHE
Book this courseMaking the most of Reading Lists Online
Description: This workshop will cover how to use the online reading list system Talis Aspire to create and maintain your reading lists. We will look at the benefits of using the system for both you and your students, and consider different approaches to structuring, populating and contextualising reading to support learning. We'll consider how to make the most of Library resources, from embedding interactive tools to digitising print materials, and how to request acquisition of additional resources where appropriate. We will also cover how to embed your reading list on QMplus and ensure you are complying with copyright restrictions when providing resources in online learning environments.
Book this courseMaking the most of Reading Lists Online
Description: This workshop will cover how to use the online reading list system Talis Aspire to create and maintain your reading lists. We will look at the benefits of using the system for both you and your students, and consider different approaches to structuring, populating and contextualising reading to support learning. We'll consider how to make the most of Library resources, from embedding interactive tools to digitising print materials, and how to request acquisition of additional resources where appropriate. We will also cover how to embed your reading list on QMplus and ensure you are complying with copyright restrictions when providing resources in online learning environments.
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