Training
Science communication skills training and workshops for researchers
We support researchers to communicate with clarity, impact, and confidence.
Our science communications training for researchers aims to equip academics with the skills to develop dissemination strategies, engage with the media, craft compelling key messages, and confidently present their work to broader audiences.
We offer tailored training workshops designed to meet the growing demand for impactful and strategic science and research communication. The workshops are designed to support researchers to build and enhance their skills to communicate in different ways.
In addition, we provide specialist training and coaching for communications officers and the wider research team, applying our team’s extensive experience working within and across academia to help them effectively support academic communication efforts.
Our science communication workshops are customisable, so whether you’re looking to combine elements from different sessions or create a unique course, we can work with you to design a programme that meets your needs.
We can also turn any of our workshops into a short talk, “lunch and learn” session for your researchers, or webinar, focusing on useful tips and actionable insights.
Just get in touch to explore the options!
Our workshops
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Essential media skills
Prepare for and conduct a broadcast interview
3.5 hours, 8 delegates
Hands-on experience of what’s involved in a broadcast interview and how to prepare.
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Media training for researchers
Communicate strategically and with impact
5 hours, 8 delegates
Blending traditional media training with a key messages masterclass.
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Writing for a lay audience
Write accessible and engaging copy
3.5 hours, 8 delegates per trainer
Learn how to translate academic findings into a story of interest to a lay audience.
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Writing opinion articles
Learn the right language, structure and tone
3.5 hours, 8 delegates per trainer
Looking at real approaches, we’ll walk you through crafting your own pitch.
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Planning research communications
Develop your own dissemination plan
3.5 hours, 8 delegates per trainer
Identify your audiences, shape your messages, plan successful communications activities.
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Introduction to research PR
A workshop for professional support staff
3.5 hours, 8 delegates per trainer
How to successfully navigate communications in the academic environment, from complex partnerships to the publications process.
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An introduction to planning research communications
2 hours, online. Coming soon!
Our courses can be delivered online or face-to-face and involve practical exercises based around delegates' own research or expertise.
