Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is ENroute?
ENroute is Edinburgh Napier University’s professional recognition framework that has been accredited by the Advance HE (Formerly the Higher Education Academy, HEA). This is the framework through which staff can gain Advance HE Fellowship in recognition of their achievements in teaching and supporting learning.
2. What are the benefits of gaining Fellowship?
There are several benefits to gaining Fellowship, these include:
formal recognition for your work in teaching and supporting students
benchmarking of your practice against sector expectations and standards
the opportunity to discuss, develop and reflect on your practice
achievement of a portable asset which is increasingly recognised by higher and further education institutions around the UK and beyond
entitlement to use post-nominal letters (AFHEA, FHEA, SFHEA, PFHEA)
invitation to join Edinburgh Napier’s lively and supportive community of Teaching Fellows
achievement of an expectation for academic career progression within Edinburgh Napier.
3. How are participants supported in the ENroute process?
The primary means by which you are supported during the process of preparing your claim for Fellowship are Mentoring Circles, Workshops and access to a range of material available on Moodle.
4. What are the significant dates ahead?
Please look at the ENroute Key Dates.
5. Is there a cost involved?
There will be no cost involved in applying for fellowship as the University is investing in the framework to enable us to manage the process internally.
6. Can Professional Services staff involved in teaching and supporting learning gain HEA fellowships?
Absolutely - a number of Professional Services staff already hold Fellowship. All staff interested in gaining Fellowship will be supported through the process.
7. How do I apply?
If you have any initial enquiries, please email enroute@napier.ac.uk
8. Where can I find out more?
The ENroute Handbook: A Guide to Gaining Advance HE Fellowship aims to explain the choices available through ENroute and to guide you through the process. There is further support in place, including the ENroute Information and Guidance for Participants Moodle Site and, most importantly, a University-wide community of experienced and enthusiastic colleagues to help you along the way.
9. How will my personal data be used?
Please see our Privacy Statement http://staff.napier.ac.uk/services/secretary/governance/DataProtection/Pages/statement.aspx