Academic Career Pathways (Promotion to Grades 6-9) Academic Career Pathways (Promotion to Grades 6-9) overview General Information Guidance for Applicants Eligibility Application for Promotion Outcomes Unsuccessful Applications Guidance for Heads of Institution Guidance for Promotion Panels Assessment Criteria Scoring and Performance Descriptors (bandings) Feedback Appeals Guidance for Referees Outcomes You will be notified of the outcome of your application after the General Board has considered the ACP 6-9 recommendations.