Nicholas Oddy

Nicholas Oddy is a Senior Lecturer at The Glasgow School of Art (GSA), affiliated with the Department of Historical & Critical Studies. Born in Edinburgh, he graduated with a BA(Hons) in Ceramics (1983) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Ceramics (1984) from Edinburgh College of Art, followed by an MA(RCA) in History of Design (1986) from the Royal College of Art, supported by the Associates of the V&A Scholarship.

• Education
• BA(Hons) Ceramics, Edinburgh College of Art (1983)
• Post Graduate Diploma Ceramics, Edinburgh College of Art (1984)
• MA(RCA) History of Design, Royal College of Art (1986)

His research spans cycling history, road signage, toys and models, and the cultural significance of collectors' items. He explores intersections between design history, material culture, and popular collecting traditions.

Senior Lecturer Nicholas Oddy has held consultancies for major auction houses like Phillips (Cycles and Cycle Memorabilia) and Bonhams (Toys and Collectors' Items). He is Chair of the Cycling History and Educational Trust and Trustee of the Brighton Toy and Model Museum.

• Scientific Awards
• Associates of the Victoria and Albert Museum Scholarship

As an educator, he co-founded the BA(Hons) History of Design, Architecture and the Built Environment program and supervises postgraduate research students at GSA. His expertise bridges academic research and practical valuation in niche collectibles markets.