Train and Engage is our flagship training and funding programme for UCL postgraduate research students. Participants attend a series of public engagement training sessions, then have the opportunity to apply for funding of up to £1000 to run their own public engagement projects. 

In July 2019 we funded 5 projects. Read more about them here.

Training

This series of sessions is tailored to support UCL postgraduate research students interested in developing and applying their public engagement knowledge and skills. The interactive sessions provide practical opportunities to explore the variety of ways in which researchers can effectively interact with and involve public groups, and to apply for money to run their own activities.

The sessions are open to students of all backgrounds and levels of experience, and are designed to build on your existing skills and interests. The initial session provides you with the background and context for further developing your public engagement skills and knowledge. Further sessions allow you to plan and implement activities, formats and/or events that are best suited to your particular subject specialism and interests.

Funding

Once you have attended the Train and Engage workshops, you can apply for up to £1000 of funding to implement your public engagement ideas. Funded projects are supported by the UCL Engagement Team with advice, experience and resources to help as you design, develop, deliver and evaluate your project.

Please note the latest round of funding is now closed.

We also have a document answering some practical questions about receiving and spending the funding.

You can download a list of all previous funded projects.

Contact: publicengagement@ucl.ac.uk