Academic Promotion 2026

Academic Promotion 2026 is now open for applications.

The Academic Appointment and Promotion Policy sets out the principles that underpin a fair and transparent appointment and promotion process for all eligible academic staff. The promotion process is designed to recognise and reward excellent performance that supports the delivery of University objectives.

Academic Promotion 2026 Timetable is as follows:

Stage

Date

Launch of Academic Promotion and Zone Movement Round

9 January 2026

Deadline for Academic Promotion Applications to be submitted online (please note School deadlines will be earlier)

5pm on 9 March 2026

 Applicants notified of outcome

By 25 June 2026*

 Effective date of promotion

1 August 2026

* Subject to receipt of references.

The Academic Promotion platform can be accessed using the following link:

Academic Promotion Portal

Please see below links to our policy, forms, guidance and additional resources for your application for Academic Promotion. Instructions for using the online platform can be found here:

Academic Promotion and Zone Movement System Guidance

If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact the PPR Team via the helpdesk.