External training opportunities

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 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.

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

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.

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.