Meet the leadership team dedicated to continue improving BU day by day, year on year.

Vice-Chancellor – Professor John Vinney, DL

Professor John Vinney became Vice-Chancellor of BU in August 2010, having joined BU in 2006.

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Interim Pro Vice-Chancellor – Education and Quality – Professor Keith Phalp

As Interim Pro Vice-Chancellor – Education and Quality, Professor Phalp provides strategic leadership for the continued development of a culture of high performing and high-quality education at BU. He ensures the maintenance and enhancement of academic standards and student academic outcomes.

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Pro-Vice-Chancellor – Research and Knowledge Exchange

Position currently vacant.


Pro-Vice-Chancellor – Student Experience

Position currently vacant.


Deputy Vice-Chancellor – Professor Tim McIntyre-Bhatty

As Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tim McIntyre-Bhatty leads our annual strategic planning processes and his portfolio includes leadership of our academic Faculties and Doctoral College.

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Chief Operating Officer – Jim Andrews

Jim Andrews is our Chief Operating Officer, with responsibility for BU’s professional and commercial functions, as well as external engagement covering our regional, community, business and international engagement.

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Susie Long, Bournemouth University Finance Director, pictured outside Poole House on Talbot Campus

Finance Director – Susie Reynell

Susie Reynell is our Finance Director, with responsibility for developing BU’s financial strategy, both from an operational and strategic approach.

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