Impact Case Study Author Support
We have extensive experience working with academic authors to help them maximise the potential of their impact case studies. From pre-submission review to full, iterative ICS development, we offer a range of services to suit different budgets and the level of support required at different stages.
In-Depth Impact Case Study Development
Our impact case study development packages provide bespoke support and guidance to maximise the potential star rating of a REF Impact Case Study. With three tiers to choose from - Essential, Plus and Premium these are designed to suit different budgets and levels of support required.
All our ICS packages include:
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In-depth, personalised support with a minimum of one author 1:1 session
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Initial review of the case study in its current form
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Written feedback and recommended next steps to focus effort and accelerate impact
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Advice on key areas for improvement including:
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clarity of link between the underpinning research and impacts
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clarity of impacts claimed and primary and secondary beneficiaries
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potential impact pathways to extend the impact
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current or potential reach and / or significance
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how to best demonstrate reach and significance
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additional evidence required and how to collect
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consistency, clarity, and readability specifically around structure and narrative flow
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An estimate potential star rating if feasible (at the stage of development).
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Choose the level of ICS development support required
Essential
One-stage review recommended for:
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Teams with a well-developed case study draft seeking a professional, external review before submission.
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Those who have already undertaken internal review and want an independent perspective to ensure clarity and readiness.
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Those who may not need or cannot budget for multiple review cycles.
Plus
Two-stage review recommended for:
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Clients who want the benefit of two-stage review cycle - enabling them to act on initial feedback, revise, and then receive a second expert perspective.
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Ideal for teams who don’t require the full review and development process of existing draft ICSs.
Premium
Four-stage review recommended for:
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Those aiming for the highest possible REF ranking and willing to invest in multiple review cycles.
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Teams that want full support with existing draft impact case study development from its initial stages through to submission.
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Clients looking for strategic expertise and guidance and continuity of advice over a period of up to 18 months.
To discuss which level of support is right for you and for pricing information, contact us.
Full Impact Case Study Writing Service
How do you write a good Impact Case Study?
Case studies are most effective when they are written and owned by academic authors. However, there may be times where the underlying research and impacts are well developed, and a strong, high-potential impact case study exists, yet capacity and know-how make drafting it a challenge for time-pressured academics.
In these circumstances, we offer a full Impact Case Study writing service, our most intensive level of support delivered by WCL Associate Consultants highly experienced in drafting, developing and advising on Impact Case Studies across REF cycles.
Working closely with the author throughout, we provide expert input and guidance to co-develop a compelling, REF-ready narrative that accurately reflects their research, impacts and intentions and demonstrates how the research created tangible, real-world changes.
Contact us for more information.
Mock REF Review
Our Mock REF review service is ideal for organisations managing a high volume of draft case studies.
Offering a single, expert review per case study either following or preceding an institution’s internal ‘Mock REF’, this service provides top level feedback on the potential of each case study and areas for improvement including:
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current reach and significance
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use of evidence
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reframing the narrative
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pathways to impact
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current and potential ICS ranking
