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9 - Posters


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Posters

Don't think that a poster presentation is the easy option! There are many things to consider, not just the content; but the layout and design of the poster itself. Before you start, read this article by Dr Andy Kerr called Presenting your work at conferences in our online journal, Care. The guidance below is general, so you should also check your module handbook. If you need more help, then contact the Learning Development Centre within your school.

Layout
Remember that a poster is a visual presentation on your work, so as well as using text, you should include relevant graphs, charts, tables and images. You should select these carefully. The poster should not just be an enlarged copy of an abstract of your work, the viewer should be able to understnd it without any extra explanation.

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Layout

General format

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Titles

Title

Check your module guidelines but you will probably need to include: the title of the project, name(s), degree title, year of study and calendar year.

Title fonts

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Text

Double-space all text, using left-justification; jagged right sides are easiest to read. The text should be large enough to be read easily from at least 2 metres away.

Be consistent. Choose one font and use it throughout the poster. Add emphasis by using boldunderlining, or colour; italics are difficult to read.

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Illustrations

Since a poster is a visual presentation its success depends on how clear the illustrations and tables are.

Still confused? Visit your Learning Development Centre to discuss your ideas.

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