Perspectives in practice. Designing for impact: research frameworks in archaeological practice

Perspectives in practice - Designing for impact: research frameworks in archaeological practice

This CPD workshop is for practicing archaeologists and historic environment practitioners who commission, write or approve project designs. The course is not designed to teach delegates how to write a project design. 

£25 for members, £55 non-members

Workshop information
How are Research Frameworks influencing archaeological projects in practice? The next in our series of Perspectives in Practice workshops will focus on project designs, with particular attention to the role of Research Frameworks in shaping meaningful and impactful projects. We will examine their role in shaping project objectives, guiding research outcomes, and maximising public and community value. We’re keen to hear how practitioners are using research frameworks from the earliest stages of project development and what opportunities they offer for creating more focused, impactful archaeological work. 

Workshop audience: 

The workshop is aimed at archaeologists and historic environment practitioners who write or approve project designs. The course is not designed to teach delegates how to write a project design.

Learning outcomes: 

After attending the course, delegates will be able to

1. understand the purpose and value of Research Frameworks and their role in designing archaeological projects.
2. Identify ways in which Research Frameworks can be used to inform research questions and project objectives from the earliest stages of project development.
3. Evaluate how research-led approaches can help shape methodologies, outputs, and anticipated project outcomes.
4. Explore opportunities to align archaeological projects with local, regional, and national research priorities.
5. Reflect on good practice and common challenges associated with applying Research Frameworks in commercial and research contexts.
6. Consider how project designs can better support public benefit, community engagement, knowledge exchange, and wider social impact.
7. Share experiences and learn from examples of how Research Frameworks have influenced project delivery and outcomes in practice.
8. gain a better understanding of what the CIfA Standards and guidance expect when it comes to project designs

National Occupational Standards: 

The identified workshop learning outcomes both support and contribute to the performance and knowledge requirements of several of the National Occupational Standards for archaeological practice. These are outlined below: 

The learning outcomes of this workshop supports the Knowledge requirements for: 
CCSAPAA1 Develop policies and guidance for archaeology 

The learning outcomes of this workshop contributes to the Performance and Knowledge requirements for: 
CCSPAAA2 Commission research 
CCSPAAB2 Develop and agree objectives for projects 
CCSPAAB3 Propose and agree project methods 
CCSPAAC1 Research and analyse information to achieve objectives
CCSPAAD1 Characterise the archaeological resource and recommend action  

Proposed outline:  
9:30 – 9:35      Introduction
9:35 – 09:50    Judith Doyle, Regional Lead, Heneb & Chair of the Research Framework for the Archaeology of Wales
09:50 – 10:05  John Halsted, Senior Historic Environment Manager (HERDS) | HS2 Ltd  
10:05 – 10:20  Alan Ford, Associate Director - Archaeology, AtkinsRéalis
10:20 – 10:50  Q&A 
10:50 – 11:00  Break
11:00 – 11:30 Group discussion 
11:30 – 12:00 Feedback
12:00 – 12:30 Open discussion
12:30 - Close

Additional information
The event start/end times indicated below are for Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). The Teams link will be sent out to all registrants the morning of the event.

Contact us
If you have any questions at all or require any assistance in registering or accessing this event, please contact the CIfA Events team: conference@archaeologists.net