About this event

The call for our 2026 Recognition of Excellence Scheme is open!

We are seeking applications for the award of “University Department” status. Recognition is awarded to those department who are able to demonstrate excellence across clinical and operational research and innovation and education and staff development activities, through a multi-disciplinary approach.

Completed applications and portfolios of evidence should be submitted to HIP@reading.ac.uk no later than 17:00 on the 7th May 2026.

For further information and guidance, have a look at our RoES page.

Call Timeline

Round open: 23rd February 2026

Call to close: 5pm on the 7th May 2026

Shortlisted departmental tours: August/September

Departments notified of outcomes by the 7th October.