https://journals.northumbria.ac.uk/index.php/nusj <p>Founded in 2024, <strong><em>Northumbria Student Journal</em></strong> is peer-reviewed, Open Access journal dedicated to the promotion and publication of multidisciplinary student-led research undertaken by Northumbria University students across all study levels.</p> <p>Devoted to providing a platform for showcasing excellence in research and creative fields from across Northumbria University, the journal features both academic and creative pieces.</p> <p><a href="https://www.northumbriajournals.co.uk/index.php/nusj/Subguide">Submissions are now open for Northumbria University students!</a><br /><br />ISSN: 3033-4217</p> en-US https://journals.northumbria.ac.uk/index.php/nusj/announcement/view/64 <p><strong>Northumbria Student Journal Poster Competition – It's Your Chance to Shine! </strong><strong>🎓</strong></p> <p>Do you have research, a unique opinion or creative project you’d love to showcase? Our Poster Competition is the perfect way to get your ideas in front of others in a fun and creative way!</p> <p><strong>What is an Academic Poster?</strong> An academic poster is a concise, visual representation of your work. It uses a mixture of text, tables, graphics, and other visual material to communicate the essential aspects of your work. For a more traditional submission this includes showcasing your research methods, findings and key conclusions.</p> <p>The poster format allows for easy discussion between the researcher and audience, making it a great opportunity to engage others with your work!</p> <p><strong>What Makes a Great Poster?</strong></p> <ul> <li class="show"><strong>Strong Message: </strong>Your poster should have a well-organised, persuasive and engaging message that will interest readers.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Clear Communication</strong>: Your poster should focus on the most important findings from your research/aspects of your work. Keep it concise—no overcrowding!</li> <li class="show"><strong>Logical Flow</strong>: Your poster should have an easy-to-follow reading order (e.g. left to right, top to bottom).</li> <li class="show"><strong>Visual Appeal</strong>: Ensure the design is visually engaging and readable from a distance.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Title</strong>: The title should be attention-grabbing, clear and have a legible, large font size.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Design Details</strong>: Use clean fonts, high-quality graphics, and a colour scheme that enhances readability.</li> <li class="show"><strong>For poster templates, see</strong>: <a href="https://osf.io/ef53g/">OSF Better Scientific Posters</a>, <a href="https://slidesgo.com/research-poster">SlidesGo Research Poster Templates</a>, <a href="https://www.canva.com/posters/templates/research/">Canva Research Poster Template</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RwJbhkCA58">How to Create a Better Research Poster in Less Time</a></li> </ul> <p><strong>Submission Criteria:</strong></p> <ul> <li class="show">Applications are welcome from <strong>all </strong>Northumbria Students.</li> <li class="show">Write a <strong>200-word abstract</strong> that summarizes your poster’s main points and include a few keywords for indexing purposes.</li> <li class="show">Posters should be a maximum of <strong>800 words</strong>.</li> <li class="show">The size must be <strong>at least A4</strong> and under <strong>5MB</strong>.</li> <li class="show">Use an accessible font such as <strong>Arial </strong>(for guidelines, click <a href="https://tel.yorksj.ac.uk/inclusivity-accessibility/">here</a>).</li> <li class="show">Submit your poster in a <strong>Word document </strong>format<strong>.</strong></li> <li class="show">Make sure you have <strong>permission</strong> for any images used.</li> <li class="show">By submitting a poster to this competition, you're agreeing that you're happy to have your work reviewed by other students who will decide the winners.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Should You Submit?</strong></p> <ul> <li class="show"><strong>The Chance to Win a Prize: </strong>1^st place will win a<strong> £50 voucher</strong>, 2^nd place a <strong>£30 voucher</strong> and 3^rd place a <strong>£20</strong> <strong>voucher</strong>.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Get Featured: </strong>Have your work published in a special issue of an academic journal, gaining recognition for your work.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Take Part in an Exhibition: </strong>Have your work featured in an exhibition to showcase your talent and insights to the wider Northumbria University community.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Collaborate &amp; Receive Feedback: </strong>Work with fellow students, exchange ideas, and get valuable feedback to refine and improve your work.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Learn the Publication Process: </strong>Experience the academic publishing process and learn about academic standards, presentation, and editorial procedures.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Boost Your CV: </strong>Show initiative and highlight your academic achievement by adding this publication to your resume.</li> <li class="show"><strong>Expand Your Network: </strong>Connect with students from various disciplines, broadening your academic and professional network.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Submit:</strong> Please send your <strong>completed poster</strong> and <strong>abstract</strong> to <a href="mailto:journals@northumbria.ac.uk"><strong>journals@northumbria.ac.uk</strong></a> by <strong>25^th February 2025! </strong>If you have any questions about the application process don’t hesitate to contact us.</p> Northumbria Student Journal 2025-01-31