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Hello,

Are the Engage Fellowships running again in 2026-2027 or was it a one-off opportunity?

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Hello, I’ve been a member of the PEP network for over a year, but I am based in Chile. I am very interested in learning from UK universities about public engagement, as we are the first university in Chile to incorporate this approach.

Can I apply for the fellowships, or could I do so as part of a group with someone based in the UK?

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Hi, I'm interested in applying and anticipate I would use some of the funding to 'buy out' a proportion of my time. Do I cost simply that proportion of my gross salary, or should this costing also include employers' NI/pension contributions?

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when will we get to hear which projects were successful? It will be useful to see what gets funded for the next time this grant opens

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When will applications hear back if they've made it through to the second stage?

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Hello, for those who applied by the 19 February deadline, will all applicants receive feedback or will only those who are successful with the first stage hear back from the reviewing team?

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I note that the second box of section 2 of the preliminary form ('How might you approach this work...') says '250 words max' as well as '1900 character(s) remaining'. Which of the limits applies? 

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I note that the second box of section 2 of the preliminary form ('How might you approach this work...') says '250 words max' as well as '1900 character(s) remaining'. Which of the limits applies? 

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For the preliminary form, what kind of detail are you expecting for the 'Please provide a rough estimate of the size of the grant you will be applying for' box? Does that box have a word limit?

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For the preliminary form, what kind of detail are you expecting for the 'Please provide a rough estimate of the size of the grant you will be applying for' box? Does that box have a word limit?

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Can we apply for the costs of a co - investigators on these fellowships.

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Do you require this project to be costed under FEC principles? Do you have a maximum %FEC that you will fund via this project?

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Do you require this project to be costed under FEC principles? Do you have a maximum %FEC that you will fund via this project?

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We can only fund directly incurred costs through the Fellowships.

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What are the eligible and ineligible costs?

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What are the eligible and ineligible costs?

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Can the funding be put towards replacement teaching?

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I want to apply as an individual but I work at a University. Can the University business bank account and insurance count? If not, do you have any guidance on how to overcome this?

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Would the next stage of an engagement project, e.g. scaling up and the challenges, be eligible or are you looking for completely new projects?

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Would the next stage of an engagement project, e.g. scaling up and the challenges, be eligible or are you looking for completely new projects?

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We are looking for projects whose main focus is to inform and move us towards a culture of engagement in the higher education sector rather than public or community engagement itself. This might be based on learning from previous projects.

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Is there a minimum length of time the lead applicant needs to have been a PEP member to apply?

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Is there a minimum length of time the lead applicant needs to have been a PEP member to apply?

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Is there a way PEP individuals who are interested in collaboration might connect with other potential partners? 

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Is there a way PEP individuals who are interested in collaboration might connect with other potential partners? 

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Is there a Word or PDF version of the application form that we can look at for a group submission that we can work together on collaboratively?

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Is there a Word or PDF version of the application form that we can look at for a group submission that we can work together on collaboratively?

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Is there a career stage this is aimed at and/or level of experience in PE?

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Is there a career stage this is aimed at and/or level of experience in PE?

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I want to apply as an individual but I work at a University. Does my fellowship output become the University's or do I retain some ownership over the project and my work?

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How long can the project last / should the project last?

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How long can the project last / should the project last?

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Does the Fellow need to hold an employment contract to cover the duration of the Fellowship? Or can it be used to extend a contract?

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Does the Fellow need to hold an employment contract to cover the duration of the Fellowship? Or can it be used to extend a contract?

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Yes, each fellowship will have access to a mentor. If you are a partnership or group we will resource one mentor to support you all.

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Who is the Fellow if we apply as a group? 

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Who is the Fellow if we apply as a group? 

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Candidates should only consider working as a group if all of the members of the group are committed to working together to progress the work. In this instance we would recognise all of you as Engage Fellows. Individual fellows can also bring in the time and specific skills of others in a less involved way. These people would not need to be part of the fellowship.

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I'm a Co-director of NCCPE. I am responsible for the strategic direction of the centre, including business development and partnerships.

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Hi - you can find a link to the scheme outline and application form and guidance here

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Hi - you can find a link to the scheme outline and application form and guidance here

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The NCCPE works with universities to build inclusive knowledge through public engagement.

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The NCCPE is thrilled to announce a new fellowships scheme for public engagement professionals. We have two fellowship grants of up to £25,000 available for individuals or groups.

This Padlet board offers you a chance to anonymously ask any questions you may have about the role before applying. Your questions will be answered by Sian Aggett and Sophie Duncan. Double-click anywhere on the screen to add a note - this page is moderated so your comment won't appear immediately. Check back soon!

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Hi! I'm a Project Manager at the NCCPE. I have worked as a public engagement professional (PEP) within higher education sector myself and am excited to have the opportunity to work closely with Engage Fellows on some of the needs, challenges and questions that PEPs want to see addressed.