Application forms and resources
Application forms and handbook
Application forms
| Level of recognition | Documentation required |
|---|---|
|
Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA) at Descriptor Level 1 |
An Account of Professional Practice (APP) of approximately 1500-2000 words plus two supporting statements from referees D1 AFHEA application template (Word) |
| Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) at Descriptor Level 2 | An Account of Professional Practice (APP) of approximately 3000 words plus two supporting statements from referees D2 FHEA application template (Word) |
| Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) at Descriptor Level 3 | An Account of Professional Practice (APP) between 5000-7000 words comprised of a reflective account, two case studies plus two supporting statements from referees D3 SFHEA application template (Word) |
Please indicate clearly in your application if you are re-applying for a level of fellowship you have previously submitted an application for.
Further details of the criteria at each descriptor level can be found at The UK Professional Standards Framework for teaching and supporting learning in higher education.
At all descriptor levels, you should consider the following reflective questions to structure your written commentary:
- What did you do? Concise description of engagement including your own role
- How did you do it? Explanation of approach/methodology employed
- Why did you do it that way? Evidence and rationale for choices made: knowledge and values
- What difference did it make? Impact on learners/teachers/self/institution