We’re excited to announce that ECR (Early Career Researcher) Month is back for 2026!
In previous years, ECR Month has been in October, but after member and RIG Convenor feedback, this has been moved to March for 2026.
We have a variety of online events and activities coming your way throughout the month, to celebrate and champion Early Career Researchers. To register for tickets, you will need to login to the Member Area of the BELMAS website.
Please note: the term Early Career Researcher applies to anyone who is in the process of completing their Masters or Doctorate in education, including those who completed their studies within the past 5 years.
To celebrate ECR Month, we’re offering 10% off all BELMAS memberships and renewals.
Discount code: ecr-month-2026-10
Please note that this code applies only to one‑year memberships and cannot be used for other products or combined with any other offers.
To claim your discount, simply enter the code in the Coupon Code box at checkout.
📍 Zoom | 🗓️ Friday 6th March | 🕙 10am–1pm (UK)
A focused session to support your writing progress, hosted by the Emergent Researcher RIG.
Register by Wednesday 4th March.
🎥 Please note: This event will not be recorded.
📍 Zoom | 🗓️ Wednesday 25th March | 🕙 7.30pm–9pm (UK)
A chance to discuss your EdD or research project with fellow participants. Chaired by Deb Outhwaite and Megan Crawford.
Register by Monday 23rd March.
📍 Zoom | 🗓️ Tuesday 31st March | 🕒 12pm–1pm (UK)
Steven Courtney (Editor-in-Chief of ‘Critical Studies in Education’) and Paul Armstrong (Editor-in-Chief of ‘Management in Education’) invite Early Career Researchers to a Q&A about writing for publication.
Register by Sunday 29th March.
If you pay the non-member fee and become a BELMAS member within a month of the event, let us know — we’ll refund the £5.00.
Details will be emailed the day before the event — please keep an eye on your inbox.
🎥 Please note: The events will be recorded for sharing on the BELMAS website and YouTube, unless stated otherwise. You will be asked to confirm your consent during registration.
