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Advance HE (HEA) Fellowship Recognition

There are over 219,000 Advance HE Fellows worldwide. Our Northumbria University Professional Recognition Scheme (NUPRS) supports colleagues in gaining Advance HE Fellowship by reflecting on the impact of their education practice and contribution to student learning.

NUPRS is designed to celebrate what our colleagues already do well; inviting them to explore the Professional Values and Core Knowledge that underpin their work and benchmark practice against internationally recognised standards. Accredited by Advance HE, the scheme offers two tailored routes, the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (PGCAP) and the NUPRS Experiential Route.

Two Routes to Fellowship at Northumbria

Across both routes, NUPRS provides opportunity to gain professional recognition, enhance profiles, and join a network committed to shaping outstanding student experiences.

Colleagues are encouraged to participate in the pathway that best aligns with their experience and role.

PGCAP

NUPRS (Experiential)

A taught programme for new academic colleagues with less than two years' experience, providing structured support to develop confidence and capability in teaching and learning.

Link to internal pages for colleagues >

An experience-based route for experienced academics, professional services staff, technical colleagues, and postgraduate researchers who teach or support learning, including those at partner institutions.

Link to internal pages for colleagues >

Postgraduate Researchers: Further information about support and resources for postgraduate researchers to develop their teaching can be found through the Graduate School portal. 

 

Current fellowship recognition across Northumbria University (February 2026):

17 Principal Fellows

189 Senior Fellows

 1011 Fellows

 

 

Coming soon: Fellowship Case Studies

 

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