Hugh Dunkerley

Professor Hugh Dunkerley holds the position of Professor of Literature and Environment at the University of Chichester, where he leads the MA in Creative Writing and teaches undergraduate modules. His research focuses on ecocriticism, contemporary poetry, and the integration of environmental themes into creative writing pedagogy. He has published extensively across poetry collections like Kin (2019) and Hare (2010), as well as critical works analyzing figures such as Ted Hughes and Don McKay. His work bridges literary analysis with environmental advocacy, emphasizing the role of poetry in addressing ecological crises.

Education: Holds a Doctoral thesis titled Poetry as via negativa: a creative enquiry from the University of Southampton and University of Chichester (2008). His creative writing background includes residencies and fellowships, including the Leighton Fellowship at Banff Centre for the Arts (Canada).

Key achievements include winning the 2016 INSPIRE/ASLE UKI Literature and Sustainability Public Lecture Competition and multiple Arts Council Awards. He is a frequent speaker at literary festivals such as the Hay International Festival and Bradford Literature Festival. His teaching philosophy integrates sustainability principles into curricula, encouraging students to explore environmental, social, and economic dimensions through creative practice.

Grants and recognitions include £6300 from the Arts Council (2015), £4000 (2009), and £3000 (2002). His creative work appears in journals like The London Magazine and Irish Pages, alongside reviews for Envoi and The Clearing. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects linking literature with environmental science.