Claire Bartram

Claire Bartram serves as Senior Lecturer in Early Modern Studies and Section Lead for the Humanities at Canterbury Christ Church University's School of Humanities, while co-directing the Centre for Kent History and Heritage to advance research, partnerships, and student placements focused on Kent's cultural legacy.

Her research centers on Early Modern Studies and English Literature, with dedicated expertise in Kent History and Heritage. She champions the social value of humanities education through initiatives that equip students to articulate transferable skills for graduate careers, notably via the Applied Humanities: Employability in Practice module.

Dr Bartram established the Masters by Research in English Literature and previously held leadership roles as Year Lead for Level 4 English Literature and Subject Lead for English Studies. She contributed to the School of Humanities Equality and Diversity Committee and Athena Swan Bronze Award applications, demonstrating institutional commitment to inclusive academic practices.

Through the Centre for Kent History and Heritage, she drives knowledge exchange projects and student employability programs, bridging academic research with community heritage engagement to strengthen real-world impact of humanities scholarship.