Project Guidance

The Sciencewise Expert Resource Centre projects are commissioned directly with policy makers in line with priority areas for engagement in science and technology. 

The following documents provide background information and guidance on the Project Grant as well as useful templates to assist with the delivery of funded projects.

SWP01: Guidance for Applicant
This document is for potential applicants for the Sciencewise-ERC Project Grant.  It provides the background, eligibility criteria, and the application process.

SWP02: Requirements for Projects
This document is for project applicants and provides further guidance on what is required from each funded project.  It describes invoicing, progress reporting, project materials, and media requirements.

SWP03: Business Case Template
This document is for the project applicant and provides a template on which to prepare a Business Case.  It is the formal application for the Project Grant and is completed by the applicant.  It describes the background to the project, the justification, anticipated timings and a provisional budget.

SWP04: Example Work Specification
This document is for the project applicant and provides an example for a specification of work.  This can be used by the applicant in the procurement process to appoint a delivery contractor for the project.

SWP05: Progress Report Template
This report template is for the project lead and provides an easy to use template to record progress on project activities.

SWP06: Final Report Template
This report template is for the project lead and provides a suggested framework for the final reporting of the project.

SWP07: Requirements on Evaluating Sciencewise-ERC Projects
This document provides detail on the aims and objectives for evaluating Sciencewise-ERC projects, as well as some key questions for evaluating public dialogue within the Sciencewise-ERC, and some key principles for evaluation that need to be met in all circumstances.