Funding
Plus One
Plus One is Newcastle College University Centre’s strategic funding initiative supporting HE teaching staff in pursuing higher qualifications such as PhDs, MAs, PGCEs, and other advanced degrees. Awarded on a competitive, annual basis, this funding enables staff to deepen their subject expertise, enhance teaching at levels 6 and 7, and contribute to the development of high-quality academic programmes – including future master’s level provision. Prioritising applications aligned with strategic teaching needs, Plus One reflects NCUC’s commitment to staff development, academic excellence, and the continuous strengthening of our higher education offer.
Plus One FundingStaff Development Fund
NCUC offers Research and Scholarly Activity (RSA) Grants to support HE staff in developing impactful research and enhancing academic practice. Allocated competitively on an annual basis, these grants enable staff to pursue conference participation, publication, project development, and engagement with research networks and training.
Priority is given to applications that align with institutional strategies, such as improving student recruitment, retention, and results; supporting staff CPD; fostering collaborative partnerships; or enhancing teaching through research. Successful applicants are expected to present their work at the annual HE Staff Conference and produce tangible outputs proportionate to the level of funding received.
RSA Grants reflect NCG’s commitment to building a research-engaged teaching culture and advancing innovation, student partnership, and academic excellence across our higher education community.
AdvanceHE
Plus One is Newcastle College University Centre’s strategic funding initiative supporting HE teaching staff in pursuing higher qualifications such as PhDs, MAs, PGCEs, and other advanced degrees. Awarded on a competitive, annual basis, this funding enables staff to deepen their subject expertise, enhance teaching at levels 6 and 7, and contribute to the development of high-quality academic programmes – including future master’s level provision. Prioritising applications aligned with strategic teaching needs, Plus One reflects NCUC’s commitment to staff development, academic excellence, and the continuous strengthening of our Higher Education offer.
If you would like to apply for an AdvanceHE Fellowship, please click here.
For more information on Fellowships, please click below.
AdvanceHE Fellowship