Want to become a University of Manchester Science Busker? We're holding an information and training session to help you decide… The University is taking part in a number of public facing events in the coming months and we are seeking enthusiastic postgraduates and...
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NCCPE Workshop: After the REF: Taking Stock
After the REF: Taking Stock, 6 May 2014, Bristol With the REF now a fading memory, it is a good moment to take stock of the process. HEFCE invited the sector to submit examples of public engagement with research. Did you? How did you manage to navigate the guidance...
NERC Public engagement training
Are you a NERC-funded student or do we fund your scientific research? If so, you are eligible for free training to develop your science communication and public engagement skills. This is a great way to learn how to promote your research findings and ideas to...
BBSRC Public Engagement Training – 28 March 2014
Colleagues may be interested in BBSRC's Public Engagement Training Course that will take place on 28 March 2014 in central London. The course is designed to support BBSRC-funded researchers to carry out effective public engagement that reflects upon the social and...
Evolving Science Communication Conference: 10 years of science communication at UWE
In 2014 we are delighted to be celebrating the ten year anniversary of science communication postgraduate programmes at UWE. Further to our first Evolving Science Communication conference held in 2009 , in 2014 we will be providing an additional conference...
NCCPE University’s Week Public Engagement Training
The National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) have teamed up with Universities Week to offer three free training days for people wanting to develop their engagement skills. With a choice of sessions for beginners, and more experienced engagers, these...
Universities Week 2014 – call for public engagement activities
The National Coordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) are pleased to be one of the partners of Universities Week 2014. Universities Week 2014 is inviting universities across the UK to engage with the public. Ideas for Life, will encourage people to find out...
Free training and funding opportunity – take your research to a secondary school
Would you like the opportunity to develop an outreach activity and engage with a secondary school in Greater Manchester? Are you passionate about your subject area? Are you interested in bringing your research into the classroom? Then the School-University...
Public engagement workshop for researchers – 9 December 2013, London
How does your research impact on society? How can social media engage the public? How can you communicate your work better? The British Science Association invites you to a one-day training workshop that will develop your public engagement skills and your...
Outreach Opportunity: School-University Partnerships Initiative (SUPI) – Training & Networking Events
Are you passionate about your subject area? Are you interested in bringing cutting edge research into the classroom? Would you like the opportunity to develop an outreach activity and engage with secondary schools across Greater Manchester? Then the School-University...
Free engagement training for engineers – Birmingham/Bristol/Manchester/Bath
Do you love Engineering? Do you wish everyone appreciated how important it is? Do you think there are misconceptions about engineering and wish you could help change its image? If you answered YES to at least one of these questions, this call is for you - join...
Call for Applications: School-University Partnerships Initiative Training & Funding Opportunity
Are you passionate about your subject area? Are you interested in bringing cutting edge research into the classroom? Would you like the opportunity to develop an outreach activity and engage with secondary schools across Greater Manchester? Then the School-University...
Cultural Connections – Engage, Embrace, Enhance
Do you want to: Engage with new audiences? Embrace new ideas? Enhance your research? Come and learn the skills you’ll need from experts at Cultural Connections. Public Engagement and Knowledge Exchange are increasingly part of academic life. This dynamic,...
Engagement@Manchester – 19 June 2013 – Using Social Media
Engagement@Manchester runs a series of lunchtime meetings exploring different aspects of public engagement. All university staff and students are welcome to attend and find out more. The next meeting will look at Using Social Media and take place on Weds 19 June,...
One-day workshop on patient and public involvement
The North West People in Research Forum is hosting a one-day workshop for researchers on patient and public involvement The workshop, Experience Matters, aims to help researchers: Build their understanding of patient and public involvement in research Start involving...
New online course: Outreach 101 for Scientists (Apply by 24 April 2013)
Itching to tell the public about your science? Maybe you want to explain to the public why your field deserves public support. Maybe you want to set the record straight about misconceptions the public holds about your field. Or maybe you just want to finally be able...
BIG Event 2013 Bursary (closes 26 April 2013)
Can't afford to join 150+ STEM engagement professionals at the BIG Event but really, really, REALLY want to? This year BIG is offering 2-3 bursary places to attend the BIG Event taking place at Glasgow Science Centre on 24-26 July 2013. The bursary provides...
Workshop: Research, Researchers and the Media
Edinburgh and Glasgow, 26-28 April 2013 The red light comes on and you’re live on air to millions of listeners. That’s the experience replicated in this immersive three-day media course hosted by the Beltane Public Engagement Network. The radio show might be just a...
Hands-on, participatory and visual: an introduction to using Ketso in research
24 April 2013, 2-5pm, The University of Manchester This free Methods@Manchester workshop will introduce Ketso through a series of practical exercises, and will allow participants to explore ways they could use Ketso and other participatory techniques in their...
Collaborating on Researcher Development (CoRD): Designing Public Engagement Training
Do you design/deliver training in public engagement? This meeting is designed for you.... Collaborating on Researcher Development (CoRD): Designing Public Engagement Training - 23 April 2013, 10:30-16:30, Staffordshire University (Stoke) The Vitae Midlands and North...
Public engagement funding & mentoring opportunity
Our January event that was postponed due to snow is now being held on 19 February 2013, so sign up to bid for funding to support excellent public engagement. This opportunity is open to anyone from the Science faculties and not only will you get some funding, but...
Public Engagement with the British Science Association
Thursday 31 January 2013, 5.15 - 7.00pm, Manchester Museum, Discovery Centre, Ground floor (free) Are you interested in public engagement and science communication? Do you want to meet other like-minded people? Are you looking for a range of opportunities to get...
BIG Skills Day – Sci Comm-edy: Making Science Communication Funny
Friday 22 February 2013, 11am-6pm, MadLab, Manchester Are you looking to add a touch of humour to your repertoire of speaking skills? This course gives you new tools and perspectives drawn from stand-up comedy. The day features practical, creative and inspiring...
Got a great public engagement idea and need some funding?
You’re invited to bid for funding to support excellent public engagement. This opportunity is open to anyone from the Science Faculties and not only will you get some funding, but you’ll get a mentor to offer valuable advice and guidance along the way. Sound too good...
Supporting your plans for public engagement
We wanted to let you know about an exciting training opportunity in our University. It will bring together people from different science disciplines and support them as they develop their public engagement plans. This programme is designed for people new to public...