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PGR DMPs

A data management plan (DMP) outlines a project’s practical approach to what data will be created, how it will be processed, stored, analysed, and how data of long-term value will be archived and shared.  The content of a plan will vary by discipline but will typically cover:  

  • the volume and type(s) of data generated  
  • how data will be organised and adequately documented  
  • where data will be stored and backed up during the project  
  • how data is ethically and legally compliant  
  • how data will be preserved and made available for others to reuse under FAIR principles (where appropriate) in the long term  
  • who will be responsible for looking after your data during and after the project and what resources will be needed  

Submission dates 

As PGR you are expected to upload your DMP as a standalone document within the Project Approval stage. The plan will then become a ‘living’ document during your research and an updated version of the DMP will be submitted during your Annual Progression Review.  

Support 

DMPOnline 

To write your DMP it is recommended that you use DMPOnline Newcastle, a tool containing University templates, along with detailed guidance to help you. The Research Data Service has created a practical guide to using DMPOnline. 

DMPOnline

Our guide will take you through the process of writing your DMP using DMPOnline.

DMPOnline Newcastle

DMPOnline Newcastle helps you create, review, and share data management plans that meets institutional and funder requirements.
Templates

To help you start to develop a DMP we have created templates roughly based on the core research areas in each faculty. These are included as options within DMPOnline Newcastle to help frame the project’s approach to data management.

This DMP template can be used if your research project is more materials based or with minimal digital data requirements. 

 

Training

The Research Data Service provides DMP training to all PGRs and can be booked through the NCL Workshops portal.

Supervisors

Your supervisors should review the DMP to ensure it is feasible and appropriate. You can share your plan by making your supervisor a ‘co-owner’ so that they make comments. You can request the Research Data Service feedback by requesting expert feedback, but only if this has been agreed upon by the supervisor.  

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Photo credit

Guide to DMPOnline photo by Solen Feyissa on Unsplash

DMPOnline Newcastle photo by Brooke Cagle on Unsplash