2012 dates for our UK GRADschool:
Book now for our October course running between 30 October - 2 November
Book now for our November course running between 20 - 23 November
Overview
In 2012 we are running a total of two UK GRADschools, each of which will:
- be a 3 day residential course
- involve at least half a day of outdoor activities
- be open to all postgraduate researchers in the 2nd year and above from any institution, discipline and age range
For more information on what is involved in taking part on these, please see our section on GRADschools.
'It has probably been the best personal/life development course I have ever done.'
Participant, Ambleside 3, Lake District 2008
What else do I need to know?
Liability
Researchers who attend UK GRADschools enjoy the energy and informal approach of the courses. However they are intensive, and we ask you to consider this when applying. Whilst on course we also ask that you look after yourself, your energy levels and each other.
Who should apply?
UK GRADschools are open to all postgraduate researchers in their 2nd year or above. If you are research council funded you will be eligible for a funded place on a UK GRADschool subject to availability.
If you are a non-research council funded researcher you may apply for a UK GRADschool but you or your institution will need to cover the cost of your place and you will need to provide invoice details.
Once you have received a place on a UK GRADschool your accommodation, meals and course materials are covered. However you will have to pay your own travelling expenses.
For more details please see our eligibility criteria.
Availability
Places are limited and are allocated on a first come, first served basis, so please apply as early as possible. There is no priority given to students on last year's waiting list; you will need to reapply.
If you are placed on this year's waiting list you will be offered places as they become available. Where possible waiting list places will be offered to third year students ahead of second year students.
Apply for a UK GRADschool
When selecting one of the GRADschools below, please take the time to read through the event information before proceeding to the booking form as there may be venue specific information.
We will be releasing 2012 dates by the end of April - so if you wish to be notified when booking become please 'Register Your Interest' at www.vitae.ac.uk/ryi
Data Protection Act
Information provided on the application form may be stored on our computer records for data processing purposes. It will only be used for the purposes of the Vitae Programme. We are registered under the Data Protection Act (1984).
Next Steps
Keep the dates free
Once you have applied and your application is accepted. PLEASE KEEP THESE DATES FREE. Check now that your dates do not clash with a vital conference or seminar. You will receive confirmation of your dates by e-mail. Please keep this in a safe place.
Check your email for additional information
Once you've applied for a UK GRADschool, you'll receive pre-course information around 3-4 weeks before the course from the course administrator, outlining all of the details. Please check your email regularly and if you have not received the pre-course information 2 weeks prior to the course please contact courses@vitae.ac.uk.
Please inform us if there is a change of email or contact address as soon as possible at courses@vitae.ac.uk.
Cancellation/transfer conditions
If you cancel less than four weeks before the UK GRADschool, and are not able to give an acceptable written explanation, you may be charged £100.
Transfers less than four weeks before the UK GRADschool will only be acceptable under exceptional circumstances.