How to apply

Getting started

QMplus: https://qmplus.qmul.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=19859 

Guidance

You can download relevant materials here to assist you in your application:

SEED Student Guidance 24/25 [PDF 405KB]

SEED prizes [PDF 58KB]

Forms

SEED Application Form [DOC 151KB]

SEED Reviewer Feedback Form [DOC 100KB]

Samples

Samples of best written applications [PDF 113KB]

Support

If you want to know more, or need assistance in completing your application, you can book to meet one of our team here.

Please do not hesitate to contact the SEED Team if you require any further information.

You can also contact Ana Cabral (QMA) or Louise Younie (IHSE) 

Panel meetings and submissions deadlines for 2024/2025

Your contribution

To apply, you’ll need to have spent a minimum of 10 hours on ONE ACTIVITY  relating to teaching or student learning:

• Design and plan learning activities and/or programmes of study 
• Teaching and/or support of learning 
• Assessment and feedback 
• Development of effective learning environments – including virtual platforms – and approaches to student support

Some examples might include: 

• Working on and developing curriculum documents 
• Offering a student’s perspective on a podcast, video/other modes of delivery 
• Sitting on steering groups or committees that discuss the current teaching environment and propose solutions (such as the Anti-Racism Steering Group or the working group on Clinical Reporting Procedures).
• Taking part in buddy and mentoring programmes

Your application

You’ll need to provide a written statement which outlines your contribution to educational enhancement (at least 10 hours) 

The application must contain a reflection on what you have learnt and how you have developed as an educator and co-creator, in both narrative format and with a summary of take-home points.  It should also include a summary of recommendations for the curriculum/educators. 

Finally, a staff member needs to provide an endorsement which confirms your individual contribution as outlined in the reflection and recommendations. They should also provide feedback on how educational practices/content have changed as a direct result of your reflection/recommendations.