The Evaluation Team collects and analyses a range of data and evidence to demonstrate the value and impact of arts and humanities research generally, and AHRC-funded research more specifically, in the wider research landscape. This work is used to build an evidence base that is used in formal reports and papers for AHRC Council and committees; to inform Research Council UK (RCUK) requests for information and responses to Parliamentary Questions; to engage with academic and non-academic stakeholders to demonstrate good practice and achievements; and for formal reporting to DIUS.
There are a wide variety of pathways through which arts and humanities research can deliver social and economic benefits. Case studies of projects we have assessed are provided below, along with some brief outlines of impact from funded projects.
Examples of Impact from AHRC-funded projects (273kb)
Impact Summary and Pathways to Impact: - Frequently Asked Questions (154kb)
RCUK Impact Requirements - Frequently Asked Questions (151kb)
Impact Case Studies
The Evaluation Team also works to ensure that it remains at the cutting edge of impact assessment. It does this by critically appraising new papers and approaches to impact assessment; attending conferences; commissioning work to explore new approaches; and by developing its own methodologies and approaches. The Evaluation Team has expertise in statistics, survey methods, qualitative approaches and basic economic impact methods.
Details of work supported and undertaken in this area are provided below.
Arts and Humanities Research and Innovation: an AHRC/NESTA publication (232kb)
Postgraduate Career Tracking report (1879kb)
Case studies providing an insight into the development of subject areas: