Creative Thinking in Research
Thursday, 21 May 2026 at 09:30
This workshop will encourage you to use creative methods to generate innovative ideas in your research. During this creative workshop you will be encouraged to explore your research via the lens of poetic language, using lyrical expression relevant to your research, to unlock its innovative potential.
Event details
The Creative Thinking in Research workshop is an invaluable resource designed to enhance critical thinking and promote wellbeing. This workshop will encourage you to use creative methods to generate innovative ideas in your research.
During this creative workshop you will be encouraged to explore your research via the lens of poetic language, using lyrical expression relevant to your research, to unlock its innovative potential. Drawn from Dr. Ryan's personal experience as both a poet and a PhD researcher (graduated in 2010), you will utilise the multivalent potential of poetic experimentation to generate innovative critical and creative ideas in your own research.
Additionally, the workshop incorporates a wellbeing aspect, as engaging creatively has been shown to alleviate stress and foster group cohesion.
This workshop is open to PGRs from all disciplines at any stage of their research journey. If you are keen to explore the use of creativity in your research to unlock new ideas, then this is the workshop for you.
As a result of attending this course, you will have:
- Increased confidence in generating innovative ideas, enabling you to push the boundaries of knowledge.
- Effective stress management techniques, empowering you to navigate the challenges and demands of the research process.
- Effectively communicate the value and impact of your research.
- Acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to infuse your research with creativity.
Book via iTrent.
Organiser
Festival of PGR research
Location
via Zoom