Awards, scholarships and memberships

Introduction
There are many ways in which your learning and teaching enhancement activities can be developed, recognised and rewarded. At NTU we have a series of opportunities for colleagues to pursue and there are many beyond the University as well.

In this section we intend to provide an overview of the range of types of award, scholarship and memberships that colleagues may be interested in pursuing.

Within Nottingham Trent University

• Scholarship Projects for Undergraduate Researchers
  This scheme offers colleagues the opportunity to invite students to collaborate in research projects by offering student bursaries. One applications round is held each year. For details abut the application process and information about previous winners please visit our SPUR web page.
• Awards and Titles: Promotion criteria and guidance
  There are two routes to Readership and Professorship at the University: One is primarily research focused, the other is primarily learning and teaching focused. Applications are invited every Autumn.
  View the Awards and Titles Regulations and Procedures document (.pdf)

Beyond NTU — Memberships, affiliations and awards

The Higher Education Academy (HEA)
The HEA is a body which aims to be an authoritative and independent voice on policies that influence student learning experiences as well as supporting institutions in their strategies for improving the student learning experience. As well as providing a range of services, it also provides a recognition scheme for those working in HE. Details of some of its services are summarised below.

• Associate, Fellow and Senior Fellow status
  Eligible colleagues can apply to become a member of the HEA through two key routes – attainment of an accredited qualification or through the HEA's professional recognition scheme. Details of these can be found on the HEA Academy website.
• HEA Subject Centres
  The HEA supports the work of 24 subject centres which provide support, advice and resources on a disciplinary basis to the wider HE community. They can be accessed on the HEA Academy website.
• National Teaching Fellowship Scheme (NTFS)
  Currently run on an annual basis, the NTFS is a scheme that recognises up to 50 individuals on an annual basis for their contribution to learning and teaching. Details can be accessed on the HEA Academy website.

Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA)
SEDA is a professional body for staff and educational developers in the UK, promoting innovation and good practice in higher education.

• Membership and associate membership
  Eligible colleagues can apply for membership of SEDA. This offers a variety of benefits. Details can be found on the SEDA website.
• Fellowship and Associate Fellowship
  In addition, SEDA offers routes to Fellowship and Associate Fellowship in recognition of individuals' exceptional contributions to staff and educational development work. Further information can be accessed on the SEDA website.

You may also be interested in CADQ events, courses and conferences which has details of other developmental opportunities and career routes.