Theoretical foundations of research communication.

Ethical considerations in research communication.

Academic writing and report formatting.

Data visualization and infographics for research dissemination.

Oral presentation skills and public speaking.

Digital and online communication methods for research.

Engaging with the media and the public.

Evaluation of research communication strategies in the field.

The module will be delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, and case studies with practical exercises. Students will be encouraged to engage in group discussions, peer review, and hands-on practical exercises in communicating research. Independent study and research will be essential, and students will have access to online resources and guidance for academic writing, data visualisation, and digital communication.

All reference texts are indicative. Due to multiple route ways the course team will seek recommendations from each subject area for up to date texts.

Badke, W. B. (2017). Research strategies: Finding your way through the information fog. iUniverse.

Bell, J. (2014). Doing your research project: A guide for first-time researchers. McGraw-Hill Education.

Hart, C. (2018). Doing a literature review: Releasing the social science research imagination. SAGE Publications.

O'Sullivan, T. L., & Bourgoin, M. (2016). Communication in emergency management: Implications for disaster risk reduction. Disaster Prevention and Management: An International Journal, 25(1), 42-55.

Tufte, E. R. (2001). The visual display of quantitative information. Graphics Press.

Blackboard VLE
University library and associated online learning materials.
Live streaming/recording equipment/software for tutorial sessions

1. Demonstrate a critical understanding of different modes of research communication, including written, oral, visual, and digital formats.

Enquiry, Knowledge and Understanding


2. Explain the ethical considerations and responsibilities associated with the communication of research in the student’s area of study.

Analysis, Problem Solving, Learning


3. Demonstrate skills to appropriately communicate research to a wide range of audiences.

Communication, Cognitive and Intellectual skills

This piece addresses LO 1-3. The portfolio should communicate key research findings to a target audience of individual student’s choosing e.g. members of the public, professionals within an organisation, partners, stakeholders in the most suitable format which the student chooses for the purpose of the communication (1,500-word equivalent).