Arts PGT Network
The Arts PGT Network is here to support you through what can be an intense and fast-paced year. We understand that juggling academic work, career planning, and everything in between can be both exciting and overwhelming — and we’re here to help you make the most of your time in the Faculty of Arts.
Our aim is to build an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive community where Arts PGT students can connect, share experiences, and grow both academically and professionally. Whether you're looking to make new friends, develop your skills, or simply find your feet, the Network is a space for you.
We offer a range of opportunities tailored to your needs, including:
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Professional events – like CV clinics and sessions with alumni
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Academic support – including writing sessions and peer study groups
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Social activities – from wellbeing walks and film screenings to pub quizzes
The Network is designed to be a platform you can shape and use — to access resources, find community, and collaborate with others. If you have ideas, feedback, or events you’d like to see, we’d love to hear from you.
Meet Your Network Leads
Student leads: Anoushka Alok, Meg Ross and Smiti Mota
Staff lead: Dr Sacha Hepburn
Events 2025-2026
Cake & Community
Take a break with fellow Arts PGTs over tea, cake, and good conversation. This relaxed drop-in session is open to all Arts postgraduates — no booking needed, just come along for friendly company, ideas, and a bit of community.
5 November 2025, 3-4pm (FAB 2.25)
10 December 2025, 11am-12pm (FAB 3.31)
21 January 2026, 11am-12pm (FAB 2.25)
PGT Study Social
The PGT Study Socials are relaxed, fortnightly sessions where you can get some focused work done and spend time with other Arts PGTs. You’re welcome to drop in, work alongside others, take breaks together, and chat over tea and biscuits. They’re designed to help you stay motivated, feel less isolated, and build a sense of community with fellow postgraduates across the Faculty.
4 February, 1-3pm (FAB 0.23)
25 February, 1-3pm (FAB 6.02)
11 March, 1-3pm (FAB 0.23)
Beyond the BA - meet current Arts PGTs
Considering postgraduate study in the Arts? Come and meet current PGTs in a friendly, informal drop-in. Over tea and biscuits, you can ask questions, hear about lived experiences, and get a clearer sense of what PGT study in the Arts is really like. Each session has a specific focus to offer tailored support for students from particular backgrounds, while remaining open and welcoming to all. Join for as long or as little as suits you.
9 February, 2–4pm (FAB 2.25) Widening Participation focus
10 February, 4–6pm (FAB 2.25) LGBTQUIA+ focus
11 February, 11am–1pm (FAB 2.25) BAME focus
11 February, 2–4pm (FAB 1.14) Disabled and Neurodiverse focus
Resources and Support
Within the Faculty of Arts
- Bring along sections of your essays or dissertation to The Writing Lab Drop-In Sessions. Whether you want feedback on a paragraph, help refining your argument, or tips on structure and clarity, these friendly sessions offer personalised support at any stage of your writing. Open to all Arts postgraduates - no booking needed.
- Careers Focus is a series of talks and workshops designed to help you explore career options, build practical skills, and connect your studies with future opportunities.
Looking for more resources and support?
There’s a wider community of PGT students at Warwick, and plenty of events and initiatives beyond the Faculty of Arts to help you feel connected and supported.You might want to check out the Postgraduate Society, which runs regular socials and events designed with PGT life in mind — like the Pub Quiz at The Graduate every Monday, termly Pub Conference, and relaxed board game nights. They also host a Dissertation Café in Term 3, offering a friendly space to write and unwind.The Library also offers a range of activities and resources to support your academic and personal wellbeing. These include:- Write Here Write Now and Revise Here Revise Now – guided writing and revision sessions
- PG Tips – informal chats with other postgraduates over tea
- Reading Space and Sensory Refresh – quiet and calm spaces to recharge
- The Student Toolkit – packed with helpful tips for essays, exams, and dissertations
Contact
If you have any questions about the network or would like to get involved, contact Sacha Hepburn at sacha.hepburn@warwick.ac.uk