Many funders of research require researchers to submit a data management plan (DMP) as part of a grant application, detailing what data will be collected in the proposed project, how data will be managed, and how and where data will be preserved and made available to others when the project concludes. The University Research Ethics Committee and some School committees also require a DMP to be submitted with an application for ethical review. 

Whether or not you are required to submit a DMP at some stage in your research process, if you use data in your research, you should have a DMP for your project. A DMP can help you plan and execute research effectively, curate data for maximum utility, identify and manage risks, and ensure resource needs are appropriately costed. 

This 2-hour course will provide an overview of the use of DMPs in research. It will offer practical guidance on developing an effective DMP making best use of a DMP in your day-to-day research. Information about data management planning tools and resources to help you will be provided. 
The objectives of this course are: 

• Learn about the different uses of DMPs in research and how they support the research process. 

• Identify the core components of a data management plan and the key considerations to address in the plan. 

• Find out about resources and where to get help. 

Please book your place via UoRLearn.