Head of School - National Centre for Computer Animation (Internal Only)

We are currently seeking a Head of School for the National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) who will build on the School’s excellent industry reputation to continue delivering on the primary indicators of the BU2035 strategy 

The National Centre for Computer Animation (NCCA) is recognised as the best place in the UK to study computer animation and visual effects, having been at the forefront of computer graphics and animation education and research in the UK since 1989. The NCCA was presented with the Queen’s Anniversary Award in 2011 for its contribution to world-leading excellence and pioneering development in the teaching of computer animation. 

The department brings together more than 55 academics and more than 900 students across science and arts disciplines of computer animation and visual effects. Current programmes include Computer Animation Art and Design; Computer Animation Technical Arts; Visual Effects; 3D Animation; E-Sports; and Games Design several of which are recognised by ScreenSkills and TIGA. BU is also one of a small number of institutions who have been granted Houdini Certified School status by Side Effects Software, whilst the Unreal Academic Partnership recognises the NCCA's commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities

Students within the School have access to our industry-standard facilities including a 200msq soundstage studio, green screen studio, virtual production facilities, a state of the art e-sports suite and computer labs equipped with professional production software.

The new Head of School will provide strong leadership, implement strategic policy, and ensure that the highest possible standards of excellence are achieved. They will be expected to oversee a sustainable educational provision and improve student experience, enhance research outputs and income generation, and maintain industry partnerships. You will be supported in your role by two Associate Heads of School. 

You will be qualified to Doctorate level or equivalent in a relevant field. You will have demonstrated research leadership, relevant industry connections, and you will be committed to a culture of academic excellence and continuous improvement.

For an informal discussion please contact Professor Christos Gatzidis, PVC Dean for the Faculty of Media, Science & Technology at [email protected].

Our vibrant Faculty of Media, Science & Technology encompasses a wide range of disciplines across four Schools: the School of Computing & Engineering, the National Centre for Computer Animation, The Media School and the School of Psychology. The breadth of subject areas in the Faculty means our cutting-edge research is delivering real benefits to digital creative industries, simulation domains, cyber security, human centred artificial intelligence, cognitive science and many others. Our staff base includes high profile researchers who are involved in both UK and global consortia of externally funded collaborations, furthering knowledge in the aforementioned areas plus many more, thus providing significant impact to the economy as well as society and, ultimately, the quality of living across the globe.

Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community.