Nigel Turner

Nigel Turner is a Senior Lecturer at Staffordshire University, teaching on the BA(Hons) Automotive & Transport Design and Product, Furniture, Ceramics courses. He also serves as a freelance design consultant specializing in product design, graphics, and brand licensing. With over 20 years' industry experience, he previously held roles at Michelin Tyre Plc and designed for luxury brands like Royal Doulton and Wedgwood. His expertise spans ideation, digital tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Solidworks), and traditional crafts like silversmithing.

• Education:
• MA (Goldsmithing, Silversmithing, Metalwork & Jewellery) – Royal College of Art
• BA (Hons) 3D Design – Sheffield Hallam University

Research interests include design innovation across automotive, product development, and artistry. His teaching spans all undergraduate year groups and involves supervising MAnS postgraduate students. The university's courses under his involvement have received accolades such as the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 for Facilities and Social Inclusion, alongside high ratings in research impact (Research Excellence Framework 2021).

• Professional Activities:
• Freelance design consultancy
• Semi-professional artist (oil/acrylic landscapes/portraits, represented by London galleries)