Have you ever wanted to take your research skills outside of the university? Looking to build your career as a research consultant for social good?
We invite PhD and MRes students to join us for an exclusive training day as part of the UCL Community Research Initiative. This event is your gateway to gaining hands-on consultancy experience while making a real impact in the voluntary and community sector in London.
This workshop is for PhD and MRes students only. Spots for this workshop are limited so secure your spot ASAP!
About the workshops
Our taster workshop hosted by Kohlrabi Consulting will help you take your research knowledge and drive it toward making a change in the wider community. We'll explore how you can take your first steps into the world of research consultancy and give you a chance to try your hand with our voluntary and community sector organisations who are looking for advice.
What you’ll do
- Welcome & Introduction
Begin the day with an overview of the event, exploring the value of research consultancy for charities, supported by case studies. - Getting into the Charity Mindset
Hear from Kohlrabi's expert consultants about their experiences with the voluntary and community sector to understand the challenges and needs of charity organisations. - Tips and Tricks for Consultancy
Learn practical tips and explore potential scenarios to effectively navigate the consultancy landscape. - Agile Methodologies for Research Consultancy
Dive into key consultancy methodologies, focusing on how to pivot and adapt your research skill set into real-world situations. - Lunch Break
Remember to bring your own lunch! - Consultancy Clinic
Apply your skills in a practical, mentor-guided clinic, working with real voluntary and community sector leaders to produce short punchy research briefs that will be taken up by UCL students.
What skills will you build?
This training is chocked full of new skills and opportunities to take your learning from classroom to community. Below are just a few of the skills you can expect expand at this training:
- Cross-sector working
- Consultancy skills
- Negotiation skills
- Active listening skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Applied research consultancy skills
Also by attending this training, you’ll become eligible for our Pro Bono Research Consultancy Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work directly with community organisations, applying your research expertise to solve pressing local issues. Not only will you gain invaluable experience, but you’ll also earn Inkpath credits that contribute to your professional development goals. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your skills, give back to the community, and take your research beyond the university.
Questions? Concerns? We've Got You Covered
- I can't make the date of this workshop, will it be recorded?
Unfortunately, due to the active nature of the workshop, we won't be recording. But if you can't make this date, make sure to check out all our other offers from the Social Impact team during welcome. Our staff will be around all term to help you figure out how to make your mark!
- What if I am nervous about coming alone?
If you're attending solo that is absolutely okay! This event is a great space to make friends and meet new and interesting students.
If you're nervous about coming alone, we want to assure you that our team members will be there to make you feel welcome and comfortable, even if you're by yourself.
- What if I've never done anything like this before?
No experience with workshops like this? No problem! That's what this first workshop is for. We're a space for you to get your passions out and show us what you really care about. Even if you don't have any ideas, come and explore and be inspired by others! That's what the give it a go welcome period is all about.
If you would like to bring members of your family or children please reach out to us in advance to arrange!