Communicating Research in Schools

Key Information

Tutor: Dr Jennifer Cooke (Outreach)
Course Level: Level 1
Course Credit: 1 credit
Mode of Delivery: Face-to-Face
Maximum Course Capacity: 15

Dates

There are no further sessions taking place this academic year. Course dates for 2024-25 will be available to book from late September.

Learn about communication techniques to help you develop talks and activities for school aged audiences. This is a highly interactive session where you will get an opportunity to practice this communication style and work with peers to develop interactive activities and demonstrations.  The course also covers the practical aspects of working in schools and gives guidance on how to find opportunities to work or volunteer with school-aged audiences.

Learning Outcomes


On completion of this workshop you will be able to: 

  • Identify topics within your research specialism that can excite younger audiences 
  • Recognise the benefits of working with younger audiences.
  • Practice using appropriate language and activities to engage younger audiences. 
  • Develop understanding of the school environment and your responsibilities when working with schools 
  • Apply your communication skills through opportunities with the Imperial Outreach Team and other organisations.

Please note that if you have attended training for the Reaching Further programme run by the Outreach Office, you should not attend this course, as the material overlaps

How to Book

Please select a date and book on via Inkpath using your Imperial Single-Sign-On.