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Have you taken part in a local festival, run a community workshop, volunteered at a cultural event, or used your BU expertise to support a community group?

Bournemouth University is required to report a wide range of knowledge exchange and external engagement activities as part of the annual Higher Education Business and Community Interaction (HE-BCI) survey, collected by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). The data submitted through this survey helps inform the allocation of the Higher Education Innovation Fund (HEIF) and demonstrates the value of our work with external partners and communities. 

We are currently collecting information on details of all social, community and cultural engagement activities that took place between 1 August 2025 and 31 July 2026. 

If you have been involved in knowledge exchange, public engagement, community collaboration, consultancy, professional training, or partnership work during this period, please take a few minutes to complete the short form below. 

Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far. If you haven’t recorded your involvement yet, it only takes a few minutes. Your input ensures that Bournemouth University’s contribution is accurately represented and supports future funding and strategic planning.

Complete the HE-BCI activity form here: Higher Education Business & Community Interaction (HE-BCI) survey 1 Aug ’25- 31 July ’26 – Fill in form  

If you are unsure whether your activity should be included, please contact researchengagementandimpact@bournemouth.ac.uk for advice.