The Graduate School Conference

We are delighted to announce our first Graduate School Conference for postgraduate students in this academic year, which will take place on Friday 25^th October at the Thomas J. Moran Graduate School.

This interdisciplinary event, centered on the theme of Artificial Intelligence (AI), will bring together our internal staff, external experts, and showcase cutting-edge research from our talented PhD and Master's students.

View the Graduate School Conference programme here, or find more information below. Please note, the Graduate School Conference is now fully booked.

Queen's University Belfast Speakers...

Learning in the Age of AI: What Students Need to Know Today to Succeed

Professor Philip Hannah will delve into the latest developments in AI, highlighting the significant advancements made over the past year.

How to use GenAI for Your Studies at Queen’s

Discover how AI can give you a competitive edge, streamlining research and writing while enhancing creativity.

External Guest Speakers...

Overcoming GenAI Anxiety with the Academic Prompt Bank

Dr Oli Johnson will outline the process of development of the AI Academic Prompt Bank and explore its potential as a way to support students.

How GenAI can Help to Develop and Empower Students as Learners

Dr Sarah Hack will explore ways in which Generative AI tools may be used by students to support their learning.

From the Graduate School...

AI in Research

Postgraduate students at Queen’s are responsible for some of the most exciting and innovative research in the world. A selection of students will present on the role of AI within research.

Welcome and Introduction and Closing Remarks

The conference will feature a networking lunch with tea and coffee, a welcome from our new Dean of the Graduate School, Professor Colin McCoy, and a drinks reception with closing remarks from Katy Madden, Head of Postgraduate Student Services at Queen’s.

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