Student Research - How do I do it?
Staff
Support Student Researchers
Want to better support students in their research?
The "Supporting the Supporter" resource is your go-to guide. It highlights the benefits of research for undergraduates and the rewards of mentoring them for staff. The resource covers essential topics like navigating ethical challenges and encouraging students to share their findings.
Plus, it offers practical steps for supervisors to help students fully capitalise on their research opportunities: Support the Supporter (warwick.ac.uk)Link opens in a new window
Network with Colleagues
Join the Student Research Working Group (SRWG) [link] or the broader Student Research Network (SRN) [link] to connect with fellow staff who are enthusiastic and passionate about student research.
SRWG brings Warwick staff together at termly meetings to discuss key topics like equality of opportunity, supporting diverse early researchers, and fostering opportunities. SRN is a community network that keeps everyone updated on student research opportunities at Warwick and encourages feedback from participants from their departments.
Students
Join the Research Conversation - Present at ICUR
Enhance your presentation skills and share your research globally at the International Conference of Undergraduate Research (ICUR).
This annual, two-day event features exceptional undergraduate research through real-time, video-linked sessions. Connect with peers and staff across six continents from your home campus.
With IATL's support to prepare your abstract and your presentation, ICUR participation boosts your CV, provides valuable feedback, and opens doors to networking and potential research careers.
Explore how you can take advantage of this great opportunityLink opens in a new window.
Join the Research Conversation - Publish in Reinvention
Showcase your research in Reinvention: An International Journal of Undergraduate ResearchLink opens in a new window.
For over 15 years, this peer-reviewed online journal has highlighted top undergraduate work globally. Reinvention offers robust support and feedback, making the publishing process accessible and less daunting. Enhance your academic profile with this authentic publishing experience.
Join the Research Conversation – Other Opportunities
Take advantage of further, diverse opportunities to present your research. IATL supports students in attending major events like the British Conference of Undergraduate Research (BCUR)Link opens in a new window, WorldCURLink opens in a new window, and Posters in ParliamentLink opens in a new window - an exciting annual event organised by Warwick staff and held in Parliament each year.
These platforms allow you to showcase your work to varied audiences and enhance your confidence and adaptability as a research speaker.
Apply for IATL Funding
Secure up to £1500 in funding to bring your passion project to life!
Whether your project involves research, performance, or enterprise, it can span any field or interdisciplinary area. Both students and staff often collaborate on these funded endeavours, fostering innovative and impactful research – though while we encourage co-creation in student-led initiatives, it’s not a requirement.
Many past recipients have undertaken diverse research projects, have a look at summaries available on IATL's websiteLink opens in a new window.
Gain Research Skills through IATL modules
Would you like to develop research skills and use them within your assessment?
IATL’s inter- and trans- disciplinary modulesLink opens in a new window invite you to become co-creators of knowledge and bring your own experience to help shape your assessment, giving you the chance to use research to shape your output.
IATL also teaches the module ‘Your idea, your research: How to pursue your passion project at WarwickLink opens in a new window’ which enables you to work towards the production of an individual research project that you could then carry forward within and beyond the university.