
Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture
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Peter Thain will present his Inaugural Professorial Lecture on 9 December 2026 at Birmingham City University, City South Campus. The lecture will focus on his people-focussed approach derived from his experiences in various fields. Attendance is free.
Peter share's his people-focussed approach, from experience of working across elite sport, higher education and quality assurance.
The Impact of Being Human
Peter Thain shares his personal experience of higher education as a student and member of staff across 4 institutions, alongside his work within elite international sport. Peter will explore a people-centred, systems-focused philosophy of leadership. Challenging established thinking, he examines how the decisions we make, the systems we create and the way we work with people shape individual experiences, team performance and organisational outcomes.
Professor Peter Thain is the UK's first sports therapy graduate to be awarded the title of Professor of Sports Therapy. He leads the BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy course at Birmingham City University, serves as a Lead Assessor for the Office for Students, and is Head of Sports Science and Medicine for the Great Britain Senior Women's Basketball Team.
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Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 12:00.
Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture is held at Birmingham City University: City South Campus, Room SCT009 in Birmingham (Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TN).
Entry to Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Birmingham City University: City South Campus, Room SCT009 can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Peter Thain will present his Inaugural Professorial Lecture on 9 December 2026 at Birmingham City University, City South Campus. The lecture will focus on his people-focussed approach derived from his experiences in various fields. Attendance is free.
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Peter share's his people-focussed approach, from experience of working across elite sport, higher education and quality assurance.
The Impact of Being Human
Peter Thain shares his personal experience of higher education as a student and member of staff across 4 institutions, alongside his work within elite international sport. Peter will explore a people-centred, systems-focused philosophy of leadership. Challenging established thinking, he examines how the decisions we make, the systems we create and the way we work with people shape individual experiences, team performance and organisational outcomes.
Professor Peter Thain is the UK's first sports therapy graduate to be awarded the title of Professor of Sports Therapy. He leads the BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy course at Birmingham City University, serves as a Lead Assessor for the Office for Students, and is Head of Sports Science and Medicine for the Great Britain Senior Women's Basketball Team.
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Hotels within walking distance of Birmingham City University: City South Campus, Room SCT009. Searching near Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TN; check-in Wednesday, 9 December 2026.
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WhereBirmingham City University: City South Campus, Room SCT009
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When is Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture?
Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 12:00.
Where is Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture taking place?
Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture is held at Birmingham City University: City South Campus, Room SCT009 in Birmingham (Westbourne Road, Birmingham, B15 3TN).
How much are tickets for Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture?
Entry to Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Birmingham City University: City South Campus, Room SCT009 can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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Tickets for Peter Thain - Inaugural Professorial Lecture can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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