Free online course 

Research Impact: Making a Difference Online distance learning

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

  • Length: 3 weeks; 4 hours per week
  • Start date: anytime
  • Introductory; leads to further study opportunities

Why this course

Intended learning outcomes

  • Develop an understanding of the concept of research impact in the Higher Education context
  • Evaluate the motivating factors for engaging in the research impact agenda
  • Explain the benefits that impact-driven research can bring to the economy and society
  • Identify success factors for impact-driven research
  • Identify success factors for collaborating with a wide range of different stakeholders including industry and civil society

How to register

The course is hosted on an external learning platform, Futurelearn.

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Registration for this course is free, with free time-limited access to content: charges may apply for additional features and extended study.