Eligibility criteria
- Applications must be made by permanent staff from the UK host university with input from the nominated VP and the AC’s Line Manager.
- The VP can only be funded for one post during the three-year award.
- Existing VPs (or those who have completed their three-year tenure) cannot apply for further funding to continue for a second term in that tenure.
- The VP cannot apply if they are already working with the university in any capacity. This is about creating new links and work strands.
- The scheme requires that the VP can start their activities between 1 September and 31 October in the first year of the award.
- The VP must demonstrate the support that will be given by their employer.
- The nominated VP must be an experienced industrialist, entrepreneur or consultant working at an appropriate level within an engineering sector. Engineering is defined in its broadest sense, encompassing a range of diverse fields, including computer science, materials and other related subjects.
- Applicants and their nominated VP must demonstrate their commitment to the objectives of the scheme.
- Visiting Professors must be able to commit a minimum of 12 days a year over the duration of the three-year award. This is spent engaging with the host university (either virtually or otherwise, equivalent to 12 days a year). Dates are fully flexible to best suit the needs of the university and the VP.
- The Academy is committed to diversity and inclusion. Nominations from post-92 universities, and for nominees from groups that are currently under‑represented in the scheme and across engineering, are particularly encouraged.
- A university submitting more than one application must submit a strong case for a second application and ensure diversity considerations.
- Any applications that are incomplete or do not adhere to the guidelines may be rejected.