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Research events

York brings cutting edge research to academics and the general public in these exciting and engaging research events.

YorkTalks

YorkTalks is our annual research event celebrating our incredible research community here at York. 

A new-look YorkTalks will be back in 2026. More information and a new date will be announced in January 2026.

In the meantime, please check out our open lectures programme and sign up to our mailing list.

Explore YorkTalks events from previous years

Three Minute Thesis

Three Minute Thesis

Three minutes is all our PhD students have to explain, engage and excite you with their research in Three Minute Thesis.

Open lectures

Every term, the University organises free open lectures on a wide variety of topics and aimed at a general audience. Many of the lectures feature research at the University of York.

Departmental and research entity events

Departments and research entities across the University regularly hold seminars, workshops, and panel discussions to showcase research and generate debate. 

Massive open online courses (MOOCs)

Designed by York academics, our massive open online courses (MOOCs) are free and open to everyone. Engage with university-level study, explore a new subject area or prepare for higher education more generally.

Additional events
There are lots of other events held at the University which should not be missed.
Maps and directions
Most lectures are held on the University campus. Find out how to get here.