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HEA Fellowship Recognition
HEA Fellowship Recognition
There are over 215,000 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:
Two Routes to Fellowship
Choose the pathway that best suits your experience and role
PGCAP
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 for internal colleagues ›NUPRS Experiential Route
For experienced academics, professional services staff, technical colleagues, and postgraduate researchers who teach or support learning, including those at partner institutions.
Link for internal colleagues ›Across both routes, NUPRS provides opportunity to gain professional recognition, enhance profiles, and join a network committed to shaping outstanding student experiences.
Graduate Futures
Information about graduate school support and resources for postgraduate researchers can be found through our Graduate School portal.
Fellowship Statistics
Current fellowship recognition across Northumbria University
1007
Fellows
191
Senior Fellows
17
Principal Fellows
795
NUPRS applicants since 2018
80%
academic colleagues with HEA Recognition
66
Professional Service & Technical colleagues with HEA Recognition
Data correct as of January 2026
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