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This Unit is archived with an end date of 13/11/2023

Overview

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Offerings

MURDOCH-T1-EXT-2022-ONGOING

MURDOCH-T1-INT-2021-ONGOING

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Enrolment rules

Enrolment in the M1315 Accelerated Research Masters with Training or enrolment in M1262 Research Masters with Training or C1162 GradCertResApp

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Learning activities

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Learning outcomes

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A clear understanding of the concept of impact and its importance within research

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Advanced knowledge of an impact framework

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The ability to develop an independent impact plan for current and future research projects

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Advanced understanding of the need and methods of engagement of stakeholders within an impact plan

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Understanding how technology can increase impact

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The importance of engaging policy makers to increase one’s research impact

Assessments

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Additional information

Unit content:

Students will study the concept of research impact through discussion of key framework principles for the development and implementation of and impact strategy. The framework will then be applied to current and future research to understand the benefits and challenges of implementing these principles. Discussion of the inclusion of stakeholders and the use of technology (e.g. social media) to increase impact will be a key component of this unit.  Finally, students will be exposed to information that will help develop an understanding of the pathways to influence policy development.