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The ESRC Festival of Social Science (FoSS) will return from Saturday 17 October to Saturday 7 November 2026.

If you have not yet registered, there is still time to join our online information session, which will help you strengthen your application and make the most of this exciting opportunity.

The session will be co-hosted by the Research Engagement and Impact Team at Bournemouth University and the Impact Funding Team at the University of Southampton. We will also hear from some of last year’s event leads, who will share their experiences and lessons learned.

Information session details
Date: Friday 24 April 2026
Time: 13:00–14:00
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams

To register, please complete the form below. We will then be in touch with further details.

ESRC Festival of Social Science 2026 – Information Session  – Fill in form

If you have any enquiries, please contact: researchengagementandimpact@bournemouth.ac.uk

Partnership with the University of Southampton

For the fourth consecutive year, Bournemouth University is partnering with the University of Southampton to deliver a programme of social science events across Dorset and Hampshire. This collaboration gives BU researchers the opportunity to organise joint events with University of Southampton colleagues and share impactful research with wider communities.

Funding available for your social science event

Researchers can apply for up to £1,000 to take part in the ESRC Festival of Social Science 2026. This is a valuable opportunity to showcase your research, build meaningful public engagement, and support the development of your work beyond academia.