Professional Support for Academic Staff

Mentor

You can choose a senior academic staff member as your mentor. That person will provide you with advice and support in your career planning. Every year the Dean will also carry out your Academic Development and Performance Review (ADPR).

Initial Teaching Development

Organisational Development offer a two-part teaching development programme (Teaching Catalyst) which is an introduction to university learning  and teaching, specifically designed for newly-appointed academic staff. Part one focuses on key concepts and practical strategies for university teaching and learning.  Part Two focuses on the documentation and evaluation of teaching for continuation and promotion. It is taught in blended mode, with face to face and online components to be completed. For more information and to register,  check their website. Links to an external site.