Public Engagement is the term used in Universities to describe ways that Higher Education Institutions connect with the outside world. The University of Huddersfield's Public Engagement Strategy, has more information about what we mean by public engagement and our four priorities. For more context please read our Knowledge Exchange Strategy.
The University recognises that engagement happens in different ways throughout the organisation, and has prioritised work to share good practice and bring people together. The central function that oversees this area at the University is the University Knowledge Exchange Group. For more information about UKEG, or how Research, Innovation and Knowledge Exchange supports engagement please contact Dave Smith, Public Engagement Manager.
Introductory training courses are available to book via People and Organisational Development. An Introduction to Public Engagement with Research course is run termly and is open to all staff and PGRs.
This group meets termly to discuss practical issues relating to public engagement at the university. If you would like an invite please contact the Public Engagement Manager.
Each Academic School has a nominated Public Engagement Champion. If you are an academic researcher, please contact your Champion with an enquiry in the first instance.
School of Business, Education and Law
School of Applied Sciences
School of Arts and Humanities
School of Computing and Engineering
School of Human and Health Sciences
Dr Leanne Monchuk (on leave)
The Public Engagement Seed Fund is an exciting opportunity for University of Huddersfield researchers to apply for small grants to undertake innovative public engagement with research activities.
The Watermark is an award granted to institutions, faculties and research centres for their strategic support for public engagement, and their ability to demonstrate a commitment to improvement.