This course helps PhD students strengthen the communication skills needed to present their research effectively in fundraising contexts. Through a practical, learning‑by‑doing approach, participants explore how to adapt tone, structure, and visual tools to different audiences, from academic peers to funding bodies, industry partners, and the general public. The program combines short lectures with creative workshops, role‑play simulations, and peer feedback, allowing students to experiment with storytelling, narrative slides, and infographics.

Across two intensive days, participants learn to distinguish between scientific presentations, grant pitches, stakeholder meetings, and outreach events, developing strategies to capture attention and communicate with clarity and confidence. By the end of the course, each student will be able to craft concise, persuasive pitches and manage interactions with funders more effectively. The course is ideal for researchers who want to enhance the impact of their communication and increase their ability to secure financial support for their work.