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Open lectures

Throughout most of the year, the University organises free open lectures on a wide variety of topics and aimed at a general audience.  

Most lectures require pre-booking. 

We distribute information on upcoming lectures to interested members of the public every Friday (during both semesters) via our email newsletter.

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Upcoming events

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Tuesday 5 May 2026 5.30pm

This talk tracks feminist/queer film studies from the 80s to now, analysing films like Alien Resurrection and Portrait of a Lady on Fire. It explores screen homoeroticism, desire in sci-fi cloning, and 'lesbian films without lesbians'.

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Wednesday 6 May 2026 6pm

Faber’s 'Nature Matters' is a vital new anthology of ecopoetics from the Global Majority. Spanning 50 years of work, it explores the climate crisis, Indigenous wisdom, and urban nature to redefine our conversation around environmentalism.

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Wednesday 13 May 2026 7pm

Join us to learn more about the science of stress and how we can better manage it's effects!

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Wednesday 20 May 2026 1pm

Mike's talk explores using heart rate and motion detection in theatre, music, and VR projects. These innovative techniques offer a deeper understanding of audience experience and show how data can inform creative productions.

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Wednesday 20 May 2026 5pm

At this event Adam Phillips will talk with Hugh Haughton about his recent book, 'The Life You Want'.

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Wednesday 27 May 2026 6pm

This talk challenges dominant myths of male suicidality, highlighting how cultural scripts and domestic involvement influence risks and prevention strategies.

Getting to the University

The majority of lectures are held on the University campus. 

There is a regular bus service and the campus is easily accessible by bicycle. Car parking is available in the Pay & Display car parks, which are free after 6pm. 

More information on reaching the University together with maps and additional parking information can be found on our Information for Visitors webpages.

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Maps and directions
Most lectures are held on the University campus. Find out how to get here.