Development Fund case studies
To date, successful applications have included the following projects:
Constructing your Argument workshop
A two-day workshop open to all PGR students. The fund paid for an acknowledged expert, Rowena Murray, to deliver writing tips for PGRs at any stage of the research degree journey.
Zine-making workshop
Training from home for soft robotics students
The creation of 50 hands-on kits that students could use to learn about the principles of silicone mould casting from home during the pandemic.
Funding: £500
The Learning Forum
Open to all staff and students at the University of Bristol, this group meet regularly to listen to guest speakers and facilitate constructive dialogue and self-education about privilege, prejudice, and power.
Funding: £300
Sketchnoting for PGRs
A half-day Sketchnoting workshop open to all PGRs. Sketchnoting is a notetaking technique that combines verbal elements with illustration, drawing etc. The workshop was organised with the aim to provide PGRs with an innovative tool that has the potential to add creativity and flair to research.
Funding: £500