2 Day Research Grant Writing Retreat for Social Sciences Faculty

The Faculty of Social Sciences is inviting colleagues to a two‑day Grant Writing Workshop designed specifically for scholars, from early career to senior academics, who are considering or already working on grant applications and wish to strengthen and refine them. This hands‑on workshop will provide dedicated time, expert guidance, and structured peer feedback to help you sharpen your proposal, enhance clarity and coherence, and strengthen the competitiveness of your application. Whether you are developing a first draft or polishing a near‑final version, the sessions will be built to support you in advancing your proposal toward submission.

Lunches & Refreshments Provided.

Workshop Highlights:

• Focused writing time with facilitated support
• Feedback sessions tailored to your project
• Strategies for strengthening argumentation, structure, and impact
• Guidance on aligning proposals with funder priorities
• Opportunities for shared learning with colleagues at various career stages

Who Should Attend:
Faculty in the Social Sciences at any career level who are currently preparing a grant proposal in any stage of development.

Registration:

Please sign up here. Spaces are limited to ensure high‑quality engagement, so early registration is encouraged.

Should you have any questions, feel free to get in touch.

Ushehwedu Kufakurinani, Global Studies; Mario Novelli, Grant Capture Lead, Faculty of Social Sciences; Gurminder Bhambra, Associate Dean for Research and Innovation, Faculty of Social Sciences

We look forward to supporting you in taking your grant application to the next level.