How to write a 4* paper for REF
Online course

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Course description​

Discuss how to write a 4* paper for REF2029 with other colleagues submitting to your Unit of Assessment. Learn how to demonstrate originality, rigour and significance in different types of academic contribution, and read and discuss lower and higher scoring papers to calibrate what you have learned to your discipline. Participants receive a free electronic and audio copy of the second edition of The Research Impact Handbook.

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Key benefits:​

• Learn about the importance of signposting REF criteria in titles, abstracts, introductions and conclusions.

• See examples of 4* writing to consider how to demonstrate originality, rigour and significance in different types of academic contribution.

• Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of higher and lower scoring papers from your discipline, to embed lessons and calibrate to your Unit of Assessment.

• Discuss how you can support others in your discipline to improve your writing for REF.

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At the end of the workshop:​

• Receive slides and links to free resources to help you embed impact in your research.

• If you choose to commit to taking a specific action based on the course, you will receive a follow-up email from your trainer(s) after a month to check on your progress and offer assistance if needed.

• Receive curated responses to participants' questions via email after the workshop, with responses provided within one week.

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