2. @DesDigitalWorld
#designandthedigitalworld
Research Councils UK (RCUK) defines impact as ‘the
demonstrable contribution that research makes to
society and the economy’
Academic impact - significant advances in
understanding, method, theory and application
Economic and social impact - of benefit to
individuals, organisations and nations
3. @DesDigitalWorld
#designandthedigitalworld
Most funding sources require ‘Pathways to Impact’
Quantitative data (how many did you engage via
social media, websites, etc.?)
Qualitative data (examples and context of
engagement with audiences and stakeholders)
Observational data (how did people engage with your
website and digital content?)