1. Poster Size and Orientation

• Standard size: A1 (59.4 × 84.1 cm) or A0 (84.1 × 118.9 cm), depending on conference provision
• Orientation: Preferably portrait, unless otherwise specified

2. Layout Requirements

Posters should be visually clear, well-organised, and readable from a distance of 1–2 meters. The following structure is recommended:

1. Title – large, bold font (minimum 72 pt), matching the conference abstract title.
2. Author(s) and Affiliation(s) – institutions and contact email of the presenting author.
3. Introduction / Background – brief context and rationale (2–3 short paragraphs or bullet points).
4. Aim / Research Questions – concise and clearly stated objective.
5. Methodology – short, visual summary of design, participants, tools, and analysis.
6. Findings / Results – graphs, tables, charts, or diagrams highlighting key results.
7. Discussion / Implications – interpretation and links to practice, policy, or theory.
8. Conclusion – 2–3 key messages or takeaways.
9. Keywords (optional) – 4–6 relevant terms.
10. Acknowledgments (optional) – funding, institutional support, partnerships.

3. Design and Formatting Guidelines

Font sizes

• Title: 72 pt or larger
• Headings: 36–48 pt
• Body text: 24–32 pt

Typography

• Use clean, professional fonts (e.g., Arial, Calibri, Helvetica)
• Avoid dense paragraphs; prioritise bullet points and visual elements

Colour scheme

• Use high-contrast colours
• Ensure accessibility for colour-blind viewers
• Keep the background clean; avoid heavy textures

Graphics

• Use high-resolution images only
• Ensure charts and tables are easily readable
• Maintain visual balance; avoid overcrowding

4. Presenter Requirements

• Presenters must stand by their poster during the scheduled poster session
• Engage in informal discussion with attendees
• Ensure the poster is mounted at least 30 minutes before the session begins