Contract Research
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What
Commission research for unique insights from experts and specialists
Who
Medium and large businesses and organisations
When
Project dependant¹
Cost
Project specific²
Access original knowledge and unique insights
Looking to undertake detailed research that addresses a business, societal or governmental need? Birmingham City University’s Contract Research services can match you with leading experts and specialists to help fill the knowledge gaps in your organisation.
What is BCU's Contract Research service?
BCU’s Contract Research allows private, public and third sector organisations to commission specific research to gain new knowledge or insight into an area of interest. Contract Research is a particularly cost-effective option for organisations that do not have access to dedicated research facilities.
Through Birmingham City University’s Contract Research services, our team of leading academic subject matter experts can help provide independent research and analysis into a specific knowledge gap within your organisation.
Our Contract Research covers key areas of interest such as: business support, law, social sciences, computing, health, education, sport, the built environment, art, jewellery and media. We are also open to discussing opportunities into researching additional interest areas, aligning with the specialisms of BCU’s four faculties– Arts, Design and Media, (ADM) Business, Law and Social Sciences (BLSS), Health and Life Science (HELS) and Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment (CEBE).
Our team will work with you to set a specific research plan that meets the outcomes you’re looking for. You will be matched to an expert(s) and specialist(s) in your specific area of interest to gather the insight required.
Some of our Contract Research services include:
Informing policy research
Providing you with the insight needed when lacking comprehensive data and analysis to inform decisions.
Technical research
Providing you with critical research and access to technical research facilities to support effective knowledge generation to support with your task.
Applied research
We can provide specific research processes aimed at finding you a practical solution to your challenge.
Basic research
General background research to support your future projects.
Experimental development
We will support you with acquiring and shaping existing knowledge and insight to help develop new or improved products, processes and services.
Unsure of your requirements?
Send an enquiry and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss your needs.
Enquire NowHow long does it take?
¹Depending on the complexity of the brief and your specific needs, the length of time to deliver research can vary. We will work to an agreed deadline and deliver solutions as thoroughly and efficiently as possible.
How much does it cost?
²The cost will be determined by the length, breadth and complexity of the research. We pride ourselves on our cost-effective and competitive solutions.
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Why partner with BCU Contract Research?
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1. Expand your resource capabilities
Work with experts and specialists with access to dedicated research facilities, giving you a cost-effective option to temporarily benefit from additional resources that your organisation may be lacking.
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2.. Gain unique knowledge
Gain new perspectives and unique knowledge for specialised, fast-moving sectors ensuring you remain ahead of market changes.
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3. Acquire practical insights
Acquire new knowledge and insights from our team of experts and specialists that can be implemented effectively across your organisation.
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4. Identify opportunities within existing data
We apply leading research processes to identify key opportunities within your existing knowledge and data sources.
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5. Receive support from an ethical, independent partner
Gain support from a university institution held to the highest ethical research standards.
Enquire about BCU Contract Research
Send an enquiry and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss your needs.
Consultancy Services clients include:
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NHS
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Siemens
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Welsh Government
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BBC
