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Apply for £500-£5,000 to fund your public engagement activity or event

The deadline for applications is midnight 24 April to enable funds to be awarded by mid-May. All spending must be completed by 31 July.

We welcome applications from researchers at all stages of their careers. RDS can provide 1-2-1 advice on preparing an application and will also work with successful applicants to support planning and delivery to ensure outcomes are achieved within the timeline.

This is the final opportunity to apply for internal funding this year for public engagement with research activity.

What we’re looking for 

You will need to demonstrate that your proposed activity will involve a two-way interaction between you and your chosen public. The National Coordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE) defines public engagement as “the myriad ways in which the activity and benefits of… research can be shared with the public”. 

“Engagement is, by definition, a two-way process, involving interaction and listening, with the goal of generating mutual benefit.” NCCPE 

How to apply 

Please first read the policy and applicant guidance. Then submit the online application form. A PDF version is supplied so you may preview the form, but this must not be submitted. Supporting statements from HoDs may be submitted via email.  

Applications must be submitted by midnight Sunday 24 April.

If you’d like to discuss your application with our PER team, please contact publicengagement@bournemouth.ac.uk.