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Adrian Priest is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Mathematics and Computer Science within the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Wolverhampton. He plays key roles in academic quality assurance, apprenticeship development, and international education partnerships. His responsibilities include serving as a University Quality Panel Member, School Apprenticeships Champion, Link Tutor for Degree Apprenticeships, and Personal Tutor for Computing students.
His educational background includes a degree in Business Information Systems from Staffordshire University and postgraduate qualifications from the University of Wolverhampton, such as a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, and studies in Business Information Technology and Strategic Information Technology Management.
Adrian's research and teaching focus on critical areas in modern computing and management, particularly Cyber Security, Project Management, Change Management, Risk Management, and Degree Level Apprenticeships. His work bridges academic theory and industry practice, informed by prior professional experience as an IT Manager and IS Consultant in the financial sector.
The available publication highlights his interest in the integration of change management within project management frameworks, reflecting a broader trend in organizational and technological adaptation. His work suggests a strong applied research orientation with relevance to both academic and industrial contexts.
- Chartered IT Professional, British Computer Society (Member)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Member of the Institute of Leadership and Management
Adrian has extensive experience in academic leadership and student supervision, having served as Module Leader for numerous undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervised MSc and BSc projects, and led curriculum development initiatives. He has also contributed to institutional growth through roles in course validation, transnational education (Sri Lanka and Malaysia), Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, and vocational training facilitation (Prince2). While no specific grants are mentioned, his involvement in KTP and international programs indicates engagement with funded collaborative projects.
He is actively involved in professional service, including health and safety representation, union activities, wellbeing advocacy, and fire safety. These roles reflect a strong commitment to the broader university community beyond teaching and research.
