TIDE

TIDE is our internal talent development programme for PS colleagues working up to Grade E. It will enable you to:

Develop your **talent** and build your internal network

Join a programme of **discovery** about the University

Grow your capacity for **innovation,** creativity and reflection

Demonstrate **engagement** and strategic awareness

FAQs

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What does TIDE involve?

It involves:

Presentations and workshops about the University
Two short projects, one within your Division and one outside
Access to mentoring and career conversations
Peer support and action-based learning

Mentoring

How to Apply

Applications for Wave 3 will be opening for around 4 weeks from Tuesday the 26th of May, for successful colleagues to start their TIDE journey in mid-September 2026.

What is the application process?

To apply for TIDE, you will need to complete an application form that will ask you questions on why you are interested in the programme and what you hope to gain from it. When applications are live, we will provide further guidance on the application questions.

Please note that it is a key requirement of TIDE to have your line manager’s permission in order to undertake the programme, and following an application from you, the programme team will reach out to your line manager to ask for a short statement of their support.

Please contact the team via tide@exeter.ac.uk if you have a query regarding the application process.