News in 2026

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"...I don't think you need to wait until you feel you have enough experience. Organising a conference is itself a learning process. There are many things you only learn how to deal with once you actually start doing them."

"We wanted to create a space where postgraduate teachers could share their experiences and ideas."

'...I had a practice viva with my friends and family where I presented my research, and they asked me questions about why I did certain things or anything they were interested in!'

During the summer, a new YGRS project is exploring PGRs’ housing and commuting preferences and constraints.

From the start of Semester 1, YGRS will be implementing a new, standardised approach to TAP and progression meetings across all schools/departments at University of York.

“I wish I had known that failure was not only okay, but incredibly common. Even what youmay think is a “bad” result can lead you down a path to something even more interesting...”

From 2 February 2026, the process for requesting a "Change of Plan" (such as a Leave of Absence, changing from full-time to part-time, transferring your programme, or requesting a programme extension) is changing.

This year, York SU are working more closely with YGRS than ever to make sure your voice is heard and they can represent you as effectively as possible - find out more about their latest activities below.

"Having the freedom to shape your own project and take it in directions driven by curiosity is incredibly rewarding... I’ve learnt that those moments [where things go wrong] are often where you learn the most; troubleshooting and adapting are just as important as getting results."