ESRC 2018 Festival of Social Sciences

 

 

The Festival events are organised by researchers from universities across the UK, and then these are promoted and supported by the ESRC under the Festival ‘umbrella’ – so there is lots of flexibility, in terms of practical planning, and in choosing an event format.

 

In the past, the Festival has included film screenings, virtual activities, hands-on activities, debates, outdoor events, seminars, workshops, and exhibitions. This is not an exhaustive list though, so consider whatever makes sense for your research.

 

Proposed events need to:

• Be held within the Festival period (3rd-10th November)

• Fit with the aims and objectives of the Festival 

• Feature social science (ideally with a social scientist involved in the event) 

• Be free to attend 

• Not be aimed primarily at academic audiences.

 

Applicants can apply for up to £1000 of sponsorship funding –  but applicants who don’t need additional funding are welcome to apply too. 

 

Past funding holders have included:

• ESRC funded grant holders, postgraduate students and those working in ESRC funded investments

• Non-ESRC funded social scientists

• Museums, science centres and tourist sites

• Young people organisations and schools

• Local authorities and other government bodies

• Social science organisations

More details and how to apply

• Closing deadline for applications is 17.00 on 1 June 

You can find detailed information (including an application form, inspiration, how to apply for funding, and an event organiser’s guide ) at the ESRC Festival website

 

Please infor Karen or Elizabeth in advance of the June deadline if you would like to apply.