Background and context
ERIC, previously called the Postgraduate Enterprise Summer School (PESS) is an annual, in person, non-credit bearing multidisciplinary enterprise focused programme, specifically designed for PGR students. It is delivered by the University of Birmingham’s B-Enterprising team.
Overall aims
ERIC aims to provide research students with a greater understanding of the benefits of developing entrepreneurial skills. Skills that are beneficial for research practice as well as their future careers, whether in academia or not.
Through the completion of ERIC 2026, PGRs will be able to:
- Understand different market research techniques to identify and analyse opportunities.
- Apply human-centred design approaches to identify and address real-world challenges.
- Collaborate in groups to generate and develop creative ideas.
- Communicate information confidently and effectively in a formal presentation setting.
When?
Dates: Tuesday 28 July AND Wednesday 29 July 2026
Timings: 10:00 - 16:00 on both days
What's Next?
Register your Interest on our Expression of Interest form.
Have a question?
Please email: benterprising@contacts.bham.ac.uk