It’s not uncommon to struggle with writing when it comes to your PhD. It can be tough to stay motivated and maintain the sustainable habits you need to meet your goals when you have an article, chapter, or even your final thesis due. A little uninterrupted time to work in a focused and supportive environment could be just the ticket to get you back on track. King’s Doctoral College are here to offer some structure and company on your long writing days with our upcoming series of writing retreats.
Join us for a full day of writing on Waterloo, Denmark Hill, Guy’s or Strand campuses, where you’ll work towards your personal writing goals alongside other students. We’ll provide a distraction-free workspace, some refreshments and a Pomodoro timer to remind you to take regular breaks. The rest is up to you!
We encourage you to make the most of these writing retreats by clearing your schedule and committing to a full day of work, but we also welcome students whose schedule only allows for a few hours of focus. The key is to come prepared with a task, any tools and materials you’ll need to complete it, and an achievable goal in mind. No matter the size of your goal or your distance from it, making some tangible progress will help drive your momentum and help you get to where you need to be!
What we’ll provide:
- A quiet space on your campus
- Refreshments – coffee, tea, soft drinks and some snacks
- A voucher for a free lunch, if you’d like it
- A reminder for regular breaks and a scheduled lunch break
- Regular check-ins
Please note that there will be a set lunch break during each session to avoid unnecessary distractions, but you are more than welcome to take your own breaks as and when you see fit.
Provisional Schedule:
- 9.00am: Welcome and Goal-Setting
- 9.15am: Writing Sprint: Block 1
- 10.50am: Writing Sprint: Block 2
- 12.15pm: Lunch Break
- 1.15pm: Writing Sprint: Block 3
- 3.00pm: Writing Sprint: Block 4
- 5.00pm: Wrap-up and Close
If you can't make this session, keep your eyes peeled for upcoming dates on King's Doctoral College's Eventbrite page.
