Hire James Hayton to speak at your institution or event

Where I’ve spoken

I have spoken at many of the top-ranked universities in the UK, including;

  • University of Oxford

  • University of Cambridge

  • University of Edinburgh

  • University of Manchester

  • The Open University

  • University of Nottingham

  • University of Sheffield

  • University of Strathclyde

  • University of Glasgow

  • University of Leeds

  • University of Bath

  • University of Kent

  • University of Stirling

  • University of Bradford

  • Northumbria University

  • Anglia Ruskin University

  • University of Sussex

  • Liverpool John Moores University

  • Kings College London

  • University of Bristol

  • University College London

Plus several institutions and events outside the UK, including;

  • Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm

  • Universitetet i Agder, Kristansand

  • Høgskolen i Molde

  • Centre for European Policy Studies, Brussels

  • CORINF summer school, Corsica

  • Volkswagen AutoUni, Wolfsburg

  • Universitetet i Oslo

  • Instituto de Medicina Molecular, Lisbon

  • National University of Ireland (Galway)

  • University of Kentucky

  • University College Dublin

Popular Topics Include;

  • The Basic Principles Every PhD Student Needs to Know

  • Understanding Academic Literature

  • Productivity, Creativity and Skill Development

  • Becoming a Better Academic Writer

  • Surviving the Stress of a PhD

  • The Final Year

I have standard presentations on each of these topics lasting around 45 minutes, which can be adapted to fit the size and format of your event. I can talk for as long as you need!

Typically, a 45 minute talk will lead to 45 minutes (or more) of Q&A- a sign of the high level of engagement in these talks.

Day-Long Workshops

I am also available for day-long workshops covering a wide range of topics.

Rates and availability

Speaking fees can vary depending on your requirements, but the table below is a guide. These rates are not inclusive of VAT. Travel and accommodation costs to be added if required.

Europe (Including all EU Schengen countries plus Ireland and the UK)

Up to 2 hours | €1000

Full day    | €1500

Rest of World

Please use the contact form below to discuss requirements. The final cost will depend on the distance I need to travel and the time away from home.

Please use the contact form below to drop me a message.

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