The Teaching Fellow and Learning Technologist Development Fund (TFDF) is owned and administered by the Education Office and encourages staff to attend conferences, workshops and training sessions to:
- Actively contribute to discussion on areas of curricula related to their pedagogic expertise
- Engage in scholarly activities related to best practices in teaching and learning
- Promote and contribute to educational research
The TFDF is for Teaching Fellows and Learning Technologists who are a part of the Learning and Teaching job family. Our administrators check applicants' eligibility to the fund based on this information.
To apply, consult the user journey points below to take you through the stages of application.
Changes in 2026
The Teaching Fellow and Learning Technologist Development Fund (TFDF) criteria have been updated as of August 2026 following a review of the fund and its role in supporting the Learning and Teaching Strategy. These changes help ensure the fund remains strategically focused, provide equitable opportunities for colleagues across the institution, and can be administered sustainably for the long term.
To submit an application to the TFDF, complete this form. Before applying, please consult the TFDF Applicant Handbook 2026.
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