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Expressions of Interest invited for Research Ethics Roles starting in 2026/27

Research Integritiy

  • Interested in getting an insight into the nuts-and-bolts of how research is done across the university?
  • Want to help make sure that research – and your own – is high quality and as ethical as it can be?

Following the restructuring and subsequent workload adjustment, we now have a number of vacancies across both the central research ethics panels, for School Champions, and for Faculty representatives on the Research Ethics Committee, and we need YOU!

Research Ethics Panels: The Science, Technology and Health and the Social Sciences and Humanities ethic panels work across the university to champion the highest ethical standards in research undertaken by staff and PGR students, in line with the Research Ethics Code of Practice. We’re looking for academics from all schools, subject areas and backgrounds, and at any stage of their career, to ensure a diverse set of perspectives that ensures we can match subject-specific expertise with checklists needing review.

What’s involved?

You’ll receive UKRIO-supplied training and sit in on a couple of panels before being asked to review a small number of ethics checklists per month. These will be a mix of ‘above minimal risk’ checklists that will go to the monthly panels, and lower risk projects given a ‘light touch’ review offline. The Research Governance team, panel Chairs/Deputy Chairs and other panellists are always available to help if you have any queries. The roles come with a workload tariff of 66 hours. Duration of Panel membership will be no less than three years and no more than five years.

Current panellists agree that they find it extremely interesting getting such a practical overview of research going on across the university and considering some of the bigger ethical issues around different subject areas, and also highlight how much their own research has benefitted from the experience they’ve gained on the panel, so there are lots of positives to the role at any career stage, as well the opportunity to progress to the roles of Deputy Chair and Chair in due course if you choose.

Ethics Champions work across the Faculty and Schools to supporting PGRs and providing advice and guidance.

What’s involved?

You’ll receive UKRIO-supplied training and be provided with mentoring before being asked to review a small number of low-risk ethics checklists per month. The Research Governance team, panel Chairs/Deputy Chairs and other panellists are always available to help if you have any queries. The roles come with a workload tariff of 36 hours.

Current champions have supported PGR research projects within their School and some have progressed to Research Ethic Panel roles.

Faculty Academic Representatives sit on the Research Ethics Committee (REC) to promote best ethical practice in relation to research and research related activities across the University.

What’s involved?

You’ll receive UKRIO-supplied training and join up to four REC meetings each year. The REC is responsible for promoting the best ethical practice and overseeing the development of research ethics policies and procedures, and in particular to review and update as necessary the Research Ethics Code of Practice. The REC also oversees the activities of the Research Ethics Panels and ensures compliance across the University. The roles come with a workload tariff of 16 hours. Duration of Committee membership will be no less than three years and no more than five years.

The following vacancies are available starting in the 2026/27 Academic Year.

Research Ethics Committee Faculty Academic Representatives (workload tariff of 16 hours)

  • Faculty of Business & Law – 2 vacancies
  • Faculty of Health, Environment & Medical Sciences – 1 vacancy

Faculty Ethics Reviewers / Ethics Panel Members (workload tariff of 66 hours)

  • Bournemouth University Business School (BAL) – 2 vacancies
  • School of Law and Society (BAL) – 1 vacancy
  • School of Allied Health & Exercise Sciences (MST) – 1 vacancy
  • National Centre for Computing and Animation (MST) – 1 vacancy
  • School of Computing and Engineering (MST) – 1 vacancy
  • School of Psychology (MST) – 1 vacancy

Faculty/School Ethics Champions (workload tariff of 36 hours)

  • Bournemouth University Business School (BAL) – 2 vacancies
  • School of Law and Society (BAL) – 1 vacancy
  • School of Computing and Engineering (MST) – 1 vacancy
  • School of Psychology (MST) – 2 vacancies

If you’re interested in one of the roles, please submit an expression of interest here by Friday 5 June 2026.

The recruitment process will be administered by the Research Governance Team in Research & Innovation Services. Decisions on appointment to the roles will be made by Ethics Panel Chairs, in consultation with the Faculty Associate Deans for Research, Innovation and Enterprise and the Heads of Schools. Informal conversations may be held where there is significant interest in roles.

If you have any queries feel free to contact researchethics@bournemouth.ac.uk, or either of the current Chairs: Fiona Coward (STH; fcoward@bournemouth.ac.uk) or Richard Berger (SSH, RBerger@bournemouth.ac.uk) for a no-commitment chat.

Expressions of Interest invited from senior academics to join the BU REF Appeals Panel 

Research assessment

Our BU REF 2029 Code of Practice states that in the event of an appeal, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor will convene and chair the BU REF Appeals Panel to undertake a review of each case. The role of the Panel is to: 

  • Review and consider all appeals submitted by appraising all documentation pertaining to the REF/KEF Steering Group decision and the case for appeal. 
  • Decide on whether or not an individual should be referred back to the REF/KEF Steering Group for further consideration. 
  • Ensure final decisions are communicated to the Head of Research & Innovation Services (RIS) who will report to the REF/KEF Steering Group and notify the individual of the outcome of the appeal. 

The Panel is chaired by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor with support from a member of RIS. Membership will include at least three senior academics. 

We are now seeking expressions of interest (EoI) from senior academic colleagues (Grade 10+) who are interested in joining the REF Appeals Panel. Successful applicants will be required to:  

  • attend one or more meetings of the REF Appeals Panel (to be held annually in September from 2026 onwards) 
  • have a thorough knowledge of the REF guidance and the BU REF Code of Practice, and undertake REF-focussed equality and diversity training 

We therefore ask for commitment, active contribution and, most importantly, confidentiality due to the sensitive work of the Panel. In return, members will be involved in an important cross-University committee, gain an insight into the REF and equality and diversity, and be engaged in academic citizenship. 

Eligibility to apply: 

Applications are invited from senior BU academic staff (Grade 10+). You must be independent from REF preparations, for example, applicants cannot be UoA Leaders, impact champions or output champions and cannot be members of the REF/KEF Steering Group. 

Application procedure: 

We are seeking to recruit a diverse group of at least six senior academics to potentially be called upon in the event of an appeal.

Colleagues who are interested should submit an EoI stating your interest in being a member of the BU REF Appeals Panel and summarising the experience, skills and attributes you could bring to the Panel (max 250 words). Your EoI should state your name, job title, Faculty and School. 

EoIs should be emailed to ref@bournemouth.ac.uk 19 June 2026.

Applications will be reviewed by a panel of reviewers who are responsible for agreeing on which applicants to invite to serve on the BU REF Appeals Panel. 

Please contact  ref@bournemouth.ac.uk with any queries. 

REF mock exercise 2026 – nominate your research outputs on BRIAN

BRIAN, REF Subjects, Research assessment

The next Research Excellence Framework (REF) mock exercise opens today. Following the success of our REF21 submission, we have ambitious plans to include the majority of eligible staff in the submission, whilst increasing the quality of the research submitted.

The 2026 exercise will be our third formal mock exercise in our preparations for REF 2029.

Anyone who conducts or supports research is invited to nominate up to five research outputs to the exercise. We encourage the nomination of a diverse range of output types, including, but not limited to, journal articles, conference proceedings, books, chapters, films, performances, compositions, digital artefacts and any other output which is the product of original research, which has been published since 1 January 2021.

Outputs can be nominated for review between 26 May and 22 June 2026. Guidance on how to nominate outputs on BRIAN can be found on the REF 2026 Mock exercise page.

Points to note:

  • Outputs can be nominated to more than one Unit of Assessment (UoA) for review. Nominators should ensure that outputs are reviewed by all relevant BU UoAs where the output meets the REF UoA descriptors
  • Outputs that have previously been reviewed by a UoA as part of a previous mock exercise should not be nominated to that UoA Individuals can view the 2023 and 2024 mock exercises in BRIAN to check which of their outputs have already been reviewed.

Nominated outputs will be allocated to a panel of reviewers, and authors will be able to receive feedback on the overall shape of their outputs profile and advice on how to strengthen and position their future outputs.

More information on the 2026 mock exercise can be found on the REF 2026 Mock exercise page.

For queries relating to the mock exercise, including requests for access to additional UoA exercises on BRIAN, please contact REF@bournemouth.ac.uk.

For advice on output(s) selection and if an output meets the UoA descriptors, please contact the relevant UoA Team(s).

First publication for two CMWH PhD students

NHS, Publishing, Women's Academic Network, writing

Congratulations to CMWH doctoral student Jennah Evans who has published the first paper from her PhD in the Journal of Human Lactation. The scoping review protocol outlines a transparent and reproducible method for investigating the relationship between stress and the human milk ejection reflex, addressing a significant knowledge gap in the literature.  Jennah and her supervisors (including CMWH member Dr Dominique Mylod) are also aiming to improve understanding of D-MER, a challenging condition associated with intense negative emotions during breastfeeding.

Congratulations are also due a second  CMWH doctoral student Louise Barton, whose paper ‘Southampton’s approach to smoking cessation has been accepted by MIDIRS Midwifery Digest and the paper will be pubished its June issue.  Smoking during pregnancy is the leading yet preventable causes a whole range of illnesses.  Louise’s PhD is an assessment of Southampton’s Midwifery-led Integrated Antenatal Care Pathway.  Her PhD is supervised by CMWH academics Dr. Daisy Wiggins and Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen.
References:
Evans, J.M., Paul, R., Wezyk, A.B., Mylod, D. (2026) Exploring the Association Between Stress and the Experience of the Milk Ejection Reflex: A Scoping Review Protocol. Journal of Human Lactation Online First https://doi.org/10.1177/08903344261433846

Barton, L., van Teijlingen, E., Wiggins, D., Loader, R.-A., White, A. (2026) Southampton’s approach to smoking cessation, MIDIRS Midwifery Digest, 36(2): 145–151.

Another CMWH publication

Congratulations to CMWH doctoral student Jennah Evans who has published the first paper from her PhD in the Journal of Human Lactation. The scoping review protocol outlines a transparent and reproducible method for investigating the relationship between stress and the human milk ejection reflex, addressing a significant knowledge gap in the literature.

Jennah and her supervisors (including CMWH member Dr Dominique Mylod) are also aiming to improve understanding of D-MER, a challenging condition associated with intense negative emotions during breastfeeding.

 

Congratulations to the team.

Evans JM, Paul R, and Mylod D (2026) Exploring the Association Between Stress and the Experience of the Milk Ejection Reflex: A Scoping Review Protocol. Journal of Human Lactation https://doi.org/10.1177/0890334426143384

Opportunities to support our REF preparations

Research assessment

We are recruiting to a number of Unit of Assessment (UoA) roles to help support preparation for our next REF submission. The roles are recruited through an open and transparent process, which gives all academic staff the opportunity to put themselves forward. Applications from underrepresented groups are particularly welcome.

We are currently preparing submissions to ten UoAs. Each UoA has a leadership team with at least one leader, an output and impact champion. The leadership team are supported by a panel of reviewers who assess the research from the unit. This includes a diverse range of research outputs (including journal articles, books and chapters, films, digital artefacts etc) and impact case studies.

 

 

 

 

 

We currently have vacancies in the following roles:

UOA 3: Allied Health Professions, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy

  • Co-lead
  • Output Champion
  • Impact Champion
  • Internal review panel

UOA 4: Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience

  • Co-lead
  • Impact Champion
  • Internal review panel

UOA 11: Computer Science and Informatics

  • Impact Champion

UOA 14: Geography and Environmental Studies

  • Output Champion
  • Impact Champion

UOA18: Law

  • Output Champion

UOA 32: Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory

  • Co-lead (Impact focused)
  • Internal review panel

UOA 34: Communication, Cultural and Media Studies, Library and Information Management

  • Co-lead
  • Output Champion (practice-based)

All roles require a level of commitment which is recognised accordingly with time to review, attend meetings, and take responsibility for tasks.

Undertaking a UOA role can be enjoyable and rewarding as two of our current champions testify:

“As UOA Outputs Champion you develop a detailed knowledge of all the great work that colleagues are doing related to the subject, and the different outlets used for disseminating their work.  As an outputs committee member, you also get to know what research is going on across BU, and it’s interesting to see the differences between disciplines.  It’s a good way develop your knowledge of the bigger picture of BU’s research, and also to understand the importance of REF and how it works in practice.  You do spend quite a bit of time chasing colleagues to put their outputs on BRIAN for REF compliance but hopefully they forgive you!”

Professor Adele Ladkin – UOA 24 Output Champion

“As a UoA 17 impact champion, I work closely with the UoA 17 impact team to encourage the development of a culture of impact across BUBS. I try to pop into Department / research group meetings when I can to discuss impact, and I’ve enjoyed meeting people with a whole range of research interests. Sometimes it can be tough to engage people with impact – understandably; everyone is busy – so it’s important to be enthusiastic about the need for our BU research to reach the public. Overall, the role is about planting the seeds to get researchers thinking about the impact their work might have in the future (as well as the impact they have already had, sometimes without realising!)”

Dr Rafaelle Nicholson – UOA 17 Impact Champion

 How to apply

All those interested should put forward a short case (one paragraph) as to why they are interested in the role and what they think they could bring to it. These should be clearly marked with the relevant UoA and role and emailed to ref@bournemouth.ac.uk by noon Thursday 28th May 2026.

Further detail on the roles, the process of recruitment and selection criteria can be found here:

UoA Lead Output Champion Output Champion (practice-based) Impact Champion Internal panel reviewer
Role Descriptor Role Descriptor Role Descriptor Role Descriptor  Role Descriptor
Process and criteria for selection Process and criteria for selection Process and criteria for selection Process and criteria for selection Process and criteria for selection

For further information please contact ref@bournemouth.ac.uk or a member of the current UOA Team with queries.

SPROUT Returns: Designing Sustainability in Research Practice – Wednesday 20 May 12-2pm

The SPROUT (Sustainable Research Practice and Cultures) initiative returns this May, inviting colleagues, PGRs, and ECRs to join a growing cross-university movement led by Bournemouth University.

This third SPROUT event of the academic year continues to build momentum around sustainability in research practice and culture. Supported by the Research Culture and Community Grant, the initiative brings together colleagues from Bournemouth University, Cardiff University, Durham University, and the University of Southampton.

Focus and Keynotes

This session moves beyond high-level discussion to focus on the practical, real-world decisions researchers make, from research design and travel to food choices and daily habits.

The event features two keynote speakers presenting in person:

Professor Denise Baden, University of Southampton: Embedding Sustainability in Research: Decisions, Trade-offs and Impact

Peter Jeff, PGR: Sustainable Eating in Research: Practical Food Choices to Make

The session also includes an interactive discussion, providing space for participants to reflect, share experiences, and identify practical actions within their own research contexts. This is a valuable opportunity for PGRs, ECRs, supervisors, and research staff to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue and contribute to shaping a more sustainable research culture.

Event Details

Wednesday 20 May, 12-2pm

Hybrid

In person: Allsebrook Lecture Theatre, Talbot Campus (Refreshments provided)

Online: Joining details to follow

Find out more and register here

Innovative Approaches to Doctoral Supervision: Selected Case Studies

PG research

If you are thinking about applying for  UKCGE Recognised Research Supervision status a new book has been published – and is available in the Bournemouth University Library.

Innovative Approaches to Doctoral Supervision: Selected Case Studies is a valuable resource for new and experienced doctoral supervisors interested in improving their practice or applying for the UKCGE recognised supervisor award.

This comprehensive book is also beneficial for universities providing staff development training in doctoral supervision. It provides key guidance for supervisors as they prepare doctoral students for their studies and subsequent professional careers. It introduces the UK Council for Graduate Education’s (UKCGE) Good Supervisory Practice Framework as a best practice guide to enhance supervisory standards.

Edited by Martyn Polkinghorne, Julia Taylor and Fiona Knight, it draws on practical case studies from contributors which illustrate the complexities of doctoral supervision, emphasising the need for adaptability, empathy and structured support. The book outlines the perspectives of experienced practitioners, presenting a blend of practical tools, critical reflection and aspirational vision to ensure high-quality supervision for the growing number of doctoral students across the globe. It highlights how investing in effective doctoral guidance not only benefits students, but also the wider academic community, ensuring the continued advancement of knowledge and professional development within higher education.

Thanks to all BU supervisors who contributed to the book.

‘This book provides a veritable treasure trove of outstanding practice in doctoral supervision. The editors and contributors are to be congratulated on producing what will undoubtedly become an absolutely essential resource for those new to supervision and for experienced supervisors looking for ideas to develop their practice.’
– Professor Stan Taylor, Durham University

‘I am delighted to see the case studies in this book made publicly available and congratulate the authors and editors for their achievements. Their collective endeavours bring the UKCGE’s Recognition Scheme from the hypothetical into the tangible and, in so doing, embed its original aims and principles into day-to-day practice.’
– Doug Cleaver, Sheffield Hallam University

https://www.e-elgar.com/shop/gbp/innovative-approaches-to-doctoral-supervision-9781035340279.html?s…

 

3C Event: Research Culture, Community & Canapés-Tuesday 19 May 1-2pm

Behind every successful grant and impact case study is a dedicated team of experts, and now is your chance to connect with them over a few bites.

Successful research thrives on collaboration, so we are bringing the Research & Innovation Services staff directly to you for an informal mixer. We are hosting representatives from both the Research Grant Team and the Research Ethics Team, who will be on hand to answer questions and chat about your upcoming projects.

Experience the same 3C atmosphere you love, now enhanced with direct access to specialist expertise. This isn’t a lecture or a series of appointments; it’s a low-pressure opportunity to:

  • Meet the experts: Get to know the people behind the support services designed to help you succeed
  • Ask anything: Discuss your next project or navigate the research journey in a relaxed setting
  • Network: Connect with colleagues from across the BU Research Community
  • Enjoy: Sample some great canapés while you chat

Tuesday 19 May, 1-2pm

Room BG-407, Bournemouth Gateway Building, Lansdowne Campus

All members of the BU Research Community are welcome

Navigating your research journey shouldn’t be daunting. Come along, grab a canapé, and find the support you need.

Find out more and register here

New chapters published in maternity book on risk

international, PG research, Publishing, Women's Academic Network, writing

A few days ago Palgrave Macmillen published Risk and Uncertainty in Maternity Care: Putting Risk in Its Place.  This edited book examines the way risk is defined and employed in maternity care across the world.  The 25 chapters reflect in different ways on how the management of risk shapes the organization and experience of maternity services. Drawing from investigations of the way risk operates in contemporary society, the authors challenge taken-for-granted understandings of risk in maternity care and early parenting, showing how risk is not simply a value-free assessment of potential harms but is, in fact, a complex social and political way of seeing, knowing about, and performing pregnancy and birth.

This edited volume contains two chapters which have co-authors associated with BU.  Chapter 15 ‘Communicating Maternity Risks Using Social Media in England and Australia‘ is written by Sheena Byrom, Mandie Scamell, Hannah Dahlen, Joanne Rack.  This chapter addresses childbirth in the digital age. Over the last two decades, social media—a group of internet-based applications that facilitate the development and sharing of information—revolutionised the way we connect and communicate. These new media are now an ever-present part of our daily lives. The authors explore how social media shapes the way risk is understood by all of those involved in pregnancy, labour, and birth.Sheena Byrom holds an honourary doctorate from Bournemouth University, and Joanne Rack is doing her for-year Clinical Doctorate in the Centre for Midwifery & Women’s Health (CMWH) specialising in personalised care for women of advanced maternal age. This PhD study is matched-funded by University Hospitals Dorset (UHD) NHS Foundation Trust and Bournemouth University.

Whilst chapter 16 From Uncertainty to Risk: How Mass Media in the UK and the US Generate Fear of Childbirth is co-authored by professors Hundley and van Teijlingen who are co-leads of the CMWH.  This chapter addresses the growing intolerance for the uncertainties associated with childbirth. While research has yet to establish a cause-and-effect relationship between media representations of pregnancy and birth and societal views of the childbirth experience, analysis of mass media accounts of childbirth can help explain why those involved in childbirth—maternity service users and providers alike—increasingly define birth as a site of risk. Existing studies of the representation of birth in mass media allow us to examine how the complex interaction between media, culture, and birth amplifies perceptions of risk. The authors illustrate the ways mass media influence, not just attitudes towards birth, but the way birth is managed.

 

References:

  1. Byrom, S., Scamell, M., Dahlen, H., Rack, J. (2026)  Communicating Maternity Risks Using Social Media in England and Australia [Chapter 15], In: Scamell, M., De Vries, R, Coxon, K. (eds) Critical Studies of Risk and Uncertainty in Maternity Care : Perspectives from Australia, Europe, and the United States, Palgrave Macmillan, pp. 309-326.
  2. van Teijlingen, E., Hundley, V., De Vries R. (2026) From uncertainty to risk: how mass media in the UK and the US generate fear of childbirth [Chapter 16], In: Scamell, M., De Vries, R, Coxon, K. (eds) Critical Studies of Risk and Uncertainty in Maternity Care : Perspectives from Australia, Europe, and the United States, Palgrave Macmillan, pp. 327-346.

The British Academy European Research Council Grant Support Sessions

As part of its European Research and Collaboration Programme, The British Academy is hosting targeted sessions for UK-based researchers in the humanities and social sciences.

These sessions are designed for those seeking European Research Council (ERC) grants and are led by British Academy Fellows with first-hand experience as ERC grantees and panel members. Offering a deep dive into the nuances of proposal development, providing strategic clarity on the evaluation process, proposal costing, and the critical themes required to secure high-level funding.

ERC Reading Day 2026

UK-based social science and humanities researchers preparing ERC Starting or Consolidator Grant applications are invited to the British Academy for a dedicated Reading Day. This event provides a rare opportunity to study 50 successful “gold standard” proposals, offering vital insights into effective structuring, research narratives, and project positioning.

The session is designed for individual, in-person study at the British Academy in London. During a two-hour window, participants can compare up to three different successful applications to help refine their own drafting process. To support attendees, the British Academy will reimburse standard rail travel.

To protect intellectual property, strict confidentiality is enforced. All attendees must sign a non-disclosure agreement; photography and recording devices are prohibited. Laptops are permitted for note-taking, provided cameras are covered with supplied stickers. This session is intended for those already familiar with ERC schemes and actively drafting a proposal.

ERC Reading Day 2026 | The British Academy

Event Details

Monday 1 June, 9am-5pm

You will be able to select one of the following timeslots during registration:

  • 9:30-11:30am
  • 12-2pm
  • 2:30-4:30pm

To attend, please register here by Wednesday 20 May. Please use your institutional email address to sign up. As places are limited, please only book if you can attend, or cancel early to allow a colleague to take your spot.

If you have any questions, please contact: Barbora Krasova b.krasova@thebritishacademy.ac.uk

Webinar: ERC Advanced Grants

The British Academy is hosting a specialised webinar for UK-based researchers preparing for the ERC Advanced Grants 2026 Call. Led by Professor Patrick Haggard FBA and a panel of experienced Fellows, the session provides an in-depth look at the evaluation format and the strategic requirements for planning, writing, and costing a successful proposal. A unique feature of this session is the opportunity for a live B1 draft proposal review. Selected drafts will be anonymised and critiqued by the panel to provide practical, real-time feedback. While not every submission can be reviewed, the collective insights are designed to benefit all participants. Please note that as this is an interactive session, the webinar will not be recorded.

ERC Grants Webinars | The British Academy

Event Details

Friday 19 June, 10:30am – 12pm

To attend, please register here by Thursday 18 June, 12pm

If you wish to submit a B1 draft for consideration, you must register your interest and email your proposal to Barbora Krasova b.krasova@thebritishacademy.ac.uk by Thursday 4 June, 12pm

Grant Writing Workshops: Master the Art of the Winning Proposal

Training

Master the art of the winning proposal with expert-led workshops tailored for every career stage, from ECRs to experienced leads.

Join Dr Chris Pull and Dr Nicholas Burger from Scriptoria for interactive sessions that turn your research vision into fundable reality.

Getting Funded: Writing Better Grant Applications 

Boost your chances of success by learning how to pitch compelling ideas and write proposals that resonate with reviewers. Facilitators: Dr Chris Pull and  Dr Nicholas Burger

Designed for early career researchers, this course teaches you how to transition from an initial idea to a high-quality, fundable proposal. Whether you are aiming for your first fellowship or the next level of funding, you’ll gain “insider knowledge” from trainers who have served on grant panels and helped donors design funding calls.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the proposal review process and the reviewing audience
  • Understand the requirements for each section of a proposal
  • Write a convincing research vision that links to feasible impact
  • Organise a logical project approach that conveys clear methods and concrete outputs
  • Highlight their value and expertise through a narrative CV
  • Draft a compelling and concise proposal abstract and text

This is not a passive webinar. Expect an engaging mix of live presentations, group discussions and breakout exercises

Thursday 4 June, 9:30am-12:30pm

Online

Find out more and register here

Grant Writing Masterclass for Experienced Researchers 

Strengthen the competitiveness of your funding applications and refine how your proposals are assessed with this interactive online session. Facilitators: Dr Chris Pull and  Dr Nicholas Burge

This masterclass is designed for experienced researchers looking to elevate their existing grant writing skills. Whether you are leading a complex collaborative bid, targeting a familiar funder, or aiming for larger-scale grants, you will gain practical strategies to demonstrate research leadership and craft winning applications.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Delve deeper into how funding proposals are reviewed and assessed
  • Write a convincing research vision that links clearly to feasible impact
  • Demonstrate leadership, experience and expertise through a strong narrative CV
  • Plan and manage a collaborative proposal writing process with confidence

This session provides a supportive space for reflection and strategy, featuring interactive presentations, group discussions and participant-led breakout exercises.

Thursday 4 June, 1:30-4:30pm

Online

Find out more and register here

UKCGE Recognised Research Supervision Programme: New Application Window

A new submission window is now open for academic staff to seek national recognition for their doctoral supervision

Whether you are just starting out in supervision or already experienced, you can apply for national recognition of your doctoral supervision through the UK Council for Graduate Education (UKCGE).

Levels of Recognition

  • Recognised Supervisor (Full Award): For those who have supported doctoral candidates through to final examination and completion.
  • Recognised Associate Supervisor: For those who have not yet supervised candidates to completion and/or who contribute to supervision in an informal capacity.

Why Apply

UK universities are increasingly prioritising supervisor development to enhance research culture and doctoral support. The Research Supervisor Recognition Programme (RSRP) encourages supervisors at all levels to engage in structured self- reflection, using the Good Supervisory Practice Framework to identify strengths and target areas for growth.

Key Benefits

  • Structured Self-Reflection: Evaluate your methods and decision-making
  • Benchmarked Excellence: Map your practice against national standards
  • Professional Growth: Identify clear pathways for improvement, whether applying for Full or Associate awards
  • BU already has over 30 recognised research supervisors, and you could be next

How to Apply

Write a reflective account of your supervisory practice aligned with the Good Supervisory Practice Framework.

Submit your Application using the Relevant Form

Recognised Supervisor Reflective Account Form

Recognised Associate Supervisor Reflective Account Form

Your application will be peer-reviewed by a two-person panel. Whatever the outcome, you will receive detailed feedback.

UKCGE | Frequently Asked Questions

To complete your application, please ensure we receive a formal approval email sent directly from your Associate Dean Research, Innovation and Enterprise to researcherdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk. This confirmation is required before the application can move to the final review stage.

For more information, to register your interest, or to discuss your application, please email Julia Taylor (Doctoral College) at researcherdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk

Please note: The Doctoral College will cover the cost of applications submitted by BU supervisors.

Application Deadlines

BU Window Closes: Monday 15 June, 9am

UKCGE Window Closes: Friday 19 June

Expected Outcome: September 2026

Complete applications should be submitted to Julia Taylor (Doctoral College) at researcherdevelopment@bournemouth.ac.uk by the above deadlines.

Help us capture Bournemouth University’s knowledge exchange activity – HE-BCI survey 2025–26

Knowledge Exchange, Knowledge Transfer

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.

Please complete the HE-BCI activity form by 31 July 2026: 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. 

BU academics publish in Nepal national newspaper

Delicious links, international

Dr. Pramod Regmi and prof. Edwin van Teijlingen had a long article published today related to their work on migrant workers in Nepal.  The article ‘Nepal’s migrant workers: Data the new government can’t ignore’ appeared in both the print edition and the online version of The Kathmandu Post, which is one of the three English-language national papers in Nepal.  Both academics are based in the Faculty of Health, Environment & Medical Sciences.
https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/04/15/working-abroad-comes-at-a-cost-to-migrant-workers-health