how to apply

Please contact sue@ied.org.uk for an application form which can be sent electronically.

As well as completing the application form you will also need to:

  • Provide Post 18 academic certificates
  • Provide details for at least three referees
  • Your referees should have known you in a professional capacity for a minimum of two years and ideally at least one should be professionally qualified.  If you have any queries  about the suitability of your referees, please contact us. 

  • Write a Professional Review report. (MIED applicants only)  Click here to download Guidance Notes for the PR Report.pdf [38kb] guidelines.  Once your online application form has been submitted please email a copy of your Professional Review report to sue@ied.org.uk.
  • This supports your application and will form the basis of your interview.   It must show the level of responsibility you hold, along with details of skill and expertise. 

    Your report can be presented as an enhanced CV and should:

    -          Include details of career history and responsibilities

    -          Demonstrate your personal contribution to the design process

    -           Be between three and four sheets of A4. Too little information could delay the  application whilst we request further information. Too much and the committee may miss relevant parts. 

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