Programme Director Interaction Design & Visual Communication

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The opportunity

Are you a dynamic and visionary leader with a passion for academic excellence? We are seeking a highly motivated Programme Director to join the London College of Communication’s Design School. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and delivery of the Design School’s Programme curriculum, ensuring the highest standards of education and the overall success of our students.

Working closely with the Dean/Associate Dean of the School, you will provide academic leadership and management, guiding the Programme towards its goals. You will collaborate with Course Leaders to develop a clear and compelling vision for each course, fostering innovation and maintaining the quality of our offerings. Building relationships across subjects and courses, you will promote interdisciplinary collaboration and ensure a well-rounded educational experience for our students.

As the Programme Director, you will actively monitor the courses within the Programme, driving enhancement activities and maintaining the highest levels of quality. You will contribute to the development and review of courses, programmes, and frameworks, ensuring alignment with external agencies and professional bodies. With a keen eye for innovation, you will incorporate new learning strategies and technologies to continually improve our educational offerings.

To book a confidential conversation or for more information, please contact Vasile Boico at vasile.boico@society-search.com, Holly Lithgow at holly.lithgow@society-search.com, or call +44 (0)203 653 0479

About you

We are looking for a candidate with a strong track record of academic leadership and management, preferably holding an undergraduate degree in the subject area. A postgraduate degree and teaching qualification would be advantageous, while a PhD in the subject area is highly desirable. You should be recognised as an authority in your field, demonstrating expertise and the ability to shape developments within an academic institution.

If you are a visionary leader committed to academic excellence, dedicated to student success, and eager to make a lasting impact on the future of education, we encourage you to apply. Please read the attached info pack with details on how to apply.

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We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is home to a diverse body of over 6,000 academic, professional and technical staff who support more than 21,000 students from 130 countries.

The University is made up of 6 renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings.

Our culture

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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