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There are a number of organisation that provide training for researchers, professional staff and students who are interested in developing their engagement skills. These opportunities are recurring - for one-off/adhoc opporunities, sign-up to our newsletter.

If your organisation is running a training event or programme that you think should be included here, contact us.

External training opportunities

National Co-ordinating Centre for Public Engagement

The NCCPE run a series of public engagement training courses every year. Whether you are a researcher, engagement professional or senior leader, they will have some professional development opportunities available for you. Courses include introductory sessions on public engagement to sessions focused on evaluation, impact or partnerships.

The Royal Society

The Royal Society offers several training opportunities including:

  • The Public Engagement for Researchers Programme designed to provide Research Fellows with support and new opportunities in public engagement, allowing them take part in and create research-led, effective engagement that is of benefit to them, their research and the public.

  • Media skills training – a one-day course designed for individuals at late-stage PhD/post-doc level and above. Participants will have the opportunity to work with an experienced TV production team, a top voice coach, and a leading science communicator to prepare and practice media interviews. Course fee is £450 + VAT.
UK Research and Innovation

The UKRI Developing People and Skills Programme offers a range of opportunities to develop a career in research. 

Association of British Science Writers

The Association of British Science Writers Media Fellowships provide a unique opportunity for practising scientists, clinicians and engineers to spend two to six weeks working at the heart of a media outlet such as the Guardian, BBC Breakfast or The Londonist.

Being Human Festival Training

The Being Human Festival Training programme is free of charge. While the sessions are primarily aimed at those taking part, or thinking of taking part, in Being Human Festival, they are open to all. Whether you are a researcher with experience in engagement or are trying out public engagement for the first time, our training series has been designed to cover some of the key knowledge and skills to help you connect the wider public with your research.

Book one-to-one advice

Book a 30 minute one-to-one call with a member of the Public Engagement team to help answer your questions and discuss your engagement ideas. 

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