Bournemouth University
Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost
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Bournemouth University - Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost
Bournemouth University (BU) is a vibrant educational community with around 15,000 students and 1,500 colleagues. Deeply rooted in our distinctive location on the UK’s South Coast, we combine a strong sense of place with a dynamic global outlook and a growing network of international partnerships. Our purpose is to drive prosperity and improve lives through education, research and innovation that has impact.
Having launched our ambitious BU2035 strategy, we are on a journey of transformation. We are developing an industry-connected, future-focused education that equips graduates to solve global challenges and shape the future, while strengthening our contribution to the communities and industries we serve.
About the Role
We are now seeking to appoint a Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost. Reporting to and deputising for the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer, you will help shape our academic direction and lead delivery of our strategic ambitions. You will provide leadership to our Faculty and University Deans, champion educational excellence and drive improvements in student experience, graduate outcomes, research, innovation and enterprise.
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You will translate strategy into measurable results, with accountability for academic performance and our TEF, REF and KEF submissions. Working collaboratively across BU, you will develop a distinctive, sustainable academic portfolio and nurture a culture in which colleagues and students can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to our Faculty and University Deans
- Champion educational excellence
- Drive improvements in student experience, graduate outcomes, research, innovation and enterprise
- Translate strategy into measurable results
- Develop a distinctive, sustainable academic portfolio
- Nurture a culture in which colleagues and students can thrive
Key Requirements
- A strong record of senior academic leadership
- Strategic delivery and successful transformational change in higher education
- Financial and resource planning expertise
- Sound judgement
- Ability to inspire confidence
- Build effective partnerships
- Lead with integrity, openness and a commitment to inclusion
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Application Details
To find out more about BU and this exciting role, please visit:
https://andersonquigley.com/deputy-vice-chancellor-and-provost-bournemouth-university/
The closing date for applications is Sunday 1st November 2026.
To discuss the role in strict confidence, please contact our advising consultants at Anderson Quigley: Elliott Rae at elliott.rae@andersonquigley.com or +44 (0)7584 078 534 or Aino Betts at aino.betts@andersonquigley.com or +44 (0)20 4526 6913.
Bournemouth University Values
Bournemouth University values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds who share our commitment to an inclusive and supportive university community.
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