Research Impact: Making a Difference

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Brief Introduction

Help your work to benefit society and the economy. Learn what research impact is and how to create it.

Course Summary

Learn how to create research that can have a positive impact on society and beyond with this online course.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand how research can lead to real-world impact
  • Learn how to communicate research findings effectively
  • Explore the different pathways to impact and how to choose the best one for your research

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Research Manager
    • USA: $74,000
    • India: ₹6,00,000
    • Spain: €40,000
  • Impact Analyst
    • USA: $62,000
    • India: ₹4,80,000
    • Spain: €32,000
  • Science Communicator
    • USA: $49,000
    • India: ₹3,84,000
    • Spain: €26,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a plan for maximizing the impact of your research
  • Learn best practices for communicating research findings to a non-expert audience
  • Identify the most effective pathways to impact for your research

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic research skills
  • Familiarity with research methodology

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online Course
  • Self-paced

Similar Courses

  • Research Methods
  • Impact Evaluation

Related Education Paths


Notable People in This Field

  • Dr. Melanie Smallman
  • Dr. Julie Bayley

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Requirements

  • This course would be of value to anyone involved in the Higher Education sector, including postgraduate students, all grades of academic staff (from young investigators to senior academics) and non-academic research professionals such as research managers.

Outline

  • Research impact An introduction to research impact Research impact vision Co-creating research impact with stakeholders Working with others and finding the perfect partner Co-creation hubs Shaping policy and research impact empowerment Shaping policy Research impact empowerment for you and your community

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the art of research impact with this comprehensive course offered by FutureLearn. Students rave about the informative and engaging content, expert instructors, and practical approach to achieving research impact. Whether you're a seasoned researcher or just starting out, this course is a valuable resource for anyone looking to make a difference in their field.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Informative and engaging content
  • Expert instructors
  • Practical approach to achieving research impact
  • Great resource for seasoned researchers and beginners alike

Cons from User Reviews

  • Lengthy course material
  • Some content may be too basic for advanced researchers
  • Limited interaction with instructors
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Nicol Keith, Vicky Heath, Fraser Rowan
The University of Glasgow
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