Our work with partners
We work in collaboration with external partners to engage the public with our research in new, creative and innovative ways.
Partnership case-study: Kweku Sackey (K.O.G)
Since 2018 our team has worked with professional musician Kweku Sackey (K.O.G) and University of Sheffield academics on four separate public engagement projects. Read more about this partnership and the projects below.
Upcoming opportunities
Festival of the Mind: September 2026
What's involved
This is the University's flagship public engagement festival. Academics from across all faculties collaborate with creative partners to showcase research and celebrate ideas.
Frequency
Every two years.
Funding and support
Up to £5,000 is available to deliver an event, exhibition or installation at the festival, plus there's support from the central team and festival infrastructure.
Eligibility
Open to all researchers and creatives from the South Yorkshire region. Projects must have a basis in research and involve collaboration between at least one academic and one external creative partner.
How to apply
Applications are now open:
Get in touch
If you're interested in partnering with an academic on a project, or would like to know more about any of the opportunities above, please email engage@sheffield.ac.uk.