Career Accelerator Programme, Application Form

This form collects information about your professional background, development needs, and career aspirations to help us understand how the programme can best support you.

All applications will be reviewed by a small selection panel using a clear, equity-focused process. Each application will be scored against key criteria, including readiness for career development, motivation to participate, potential to benefit, and contribution to a diverse cohort.

Consideration will also be given to applicants from underrepresented or marginalised groups in higher education. All responses will be treated confidentially and used solely for selection purposes.

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Which Career Accelerator Programme are you applying for?

Full name:

Job title:

School / Department

Email address:

How would you describe your current role?

What best describes the area of the University you work in

Length of time in current role?

What are the biggest challenges you are currently facing in your career development?

Why do you want to take part in the Career Accelerator Programme?

What do you hope to gain from the programme?

How ready to you feel to take the next step in your career?

1

2

3

4

1 is Not at all, 4 is Very ready

What specific career advancement barriers are you currently facing?

Please elaborate on your most significant career challenge and why:

Have you previously had access to structured career development support or coaching?

Do you identify with any group that is currently underrepresented in your institution or in higher education leadership more broadly?

If you responded yes, please specify if comfortable:

How will you ensure you can fully engage with the programme alongside your existing responsibilities?

Line manager's name:

Line manager's email

Is there anything else you would like the selection panel to know in support of your application?

Please confirm:

Career Accelerator Programme: Application Form