Michael Stockton

Michael Stockton is a Researcher at Teesside University, affiliated with the School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies and serving as Head of Department for Digital Arts and Animation. With over 20 years in media, entertainment, and advertising industries, he transitioned from founding a design agency to academia after completing a Master's on the CAGTA programme at Teesside University.

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) holder
• Co-Investigator in AHRC-funded research projects
• Active in digital innovation, creative industries, and emerging media

His research explores the convergence of design, business, and technology, emphasizing self-sustaining IP worlds and gamification ethics. Recent work includes commissioned reports on vocational education modernization and creative sector development.

Notable projects:

• Creative Fuse North East (2016-2018), AHRC-funded collaboration
• Evaluation of Vocational Education (2013), cross-institutional study

Stockton maintains industry connections with global companies like Microsoft and EA, blending practical experience with academic rigor to prepare students for evolving media landscapes.