Current Courses

The programme is updated regularly, so be sure to check back to see new courses, dates and availability.

SPARK Programmes

Engaging short programmes designed to develop a specific competency.

More courses coming soon

APPLY Programmes

Individual support to help you accelerate the development of a specific opportunity.

Knowledge Exchange and Impact Coaching

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Impact Horizon
Scanning 301

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IMPACT Programmes

Cohort-based programmes that help you develop key skills, grow your network and progress live projects.

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Future
Innovators

Learn proven frameworks, tools and processes to help decrease risk associated with innovation, while enabling creative thinking and problem solving. 

Julia is an inspiring trainer who can stimulate good interactions and discussions during the workshop. She also shared many good examples and stories.

Innovation & Impact Curriculum Participant
University of Surrey

‘Really useful in reviewing ways of working. Reminds me to stop, plan and keep it simple.’
Programme Participant

“I have learned so much over these sessions and will definitely be referring back to my notes and slides and using some of the activities to help me build my proposals in future. Thank you”

Researcher, Northumbria University

“Outstanding course that elevates you from no knowledge at all to a level of confidence and direction with the ability to deliver on any project irrespective of sector.”

Researcher, Durham University

“The course has given me a structured framework of skills/lessons that I can take forward to practise and work on. I’m hoping that later on down the line this experience will broaden the groups my research could reach and enhance my own life/career skills”

Researcher, University of Southampton

‘An informative and practical course for anyone who would like a beginners guide to all things interacting with business. Also a great opportunity to try out your networking skills and grow your network.’
Claire Proctor, University of Sunderland

‘I thought it would be much harder to engage with policymaking but Jamie gave some really useful suggestions. Finding allies and don’t spray and pray!’
Researcher, Manchester Metropolitan University

“Very engaging and interactive course. Will give you new perspectives on how to approach networking with industry”

Researcher, University of Oxford

“This is a really excellent course to complete if you’re getting tunnel vision on your PhD project. Its helped me to develop PhD ideas that are outside the box and really meaningful to me. A very enjoyable experience.”

Researcher, University of Glasgow

“The training was very helpful, informative and trainee focused. There was a good balance between conveying information and involving the group in practise activities.”

Researcher, Northern Accelerator Project