LMP 2346 Grant Writing – Translational Research Program (TRP)

LMP 2346: Grant Writing

Type: Module

Credit: 0.25 FCE

Overview

This is a module and counts as 0.25 FCE.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this module students will be able to:

Write structured outlines and clear objectives.
Conduct thorough background research to produce a strong rationale and plan.
Carefully edit to enhance clarity and credibility and to engage reviewers.

Description

This module focuses on building structured outlines and learning how to solidify your objectives when writing a grant application. The module also teaches students to conduct a thorough background research in order to create a strong rationale and plan. Lastly, the module teaches students to carefully edit their application to enhance the clarity and credibility and to engage reviewers.

Enrolment

Students are required to complete eight modules (0.25 FCE each) spread out within 2 years of study. Students may enroll in modular courses using ACORN. The modular schedule will be emailed to students prior to the start of each semester. Modules offered outside of the program are also permitted such as ones offered by the Institute of Medical Science (IMS).

Teaching team

Sandy Marshall

Sandy is a medical writer with an enthusiasm for clear and compelling communication. She has conducted research in cardiology, burn injury, and hematology research labs. She transitioned from benchwork to communications and founded Marshall Medical Communications, a biomedical writing and editing firm with clients in Canada, China, and the United States.