UCEC is proud to announce that our CEO, Neil, has been appointed Honorary Professor at the School of Education, University of Nottingham — a significant recognition of his longstanding commitment to education and public policy.
The appointment, which takes effect immediately, reflects both the depth of Neil’s expertise and the strength of the relationship between UCEC and the University of Nottingham — a partnership that has already yielded meaningful collaboration across education, research, and policy.
In his new role, Neil will play an active part in helping to shape and deliver the School’s curriculum — bringing to bear a career that has spanned senior political life, education leadership, and a sustained commitment to improving outcomes across the sector. For a School of Education at one of the UK’s leading research universities, that breadth of real-world experience is a considerable asset.
“Absolutely delighted to be appointed Honorary Professor, School of Education, University of Nottingham, effective from today. I am looking forward to playing a part in helping to shape and deliver the curriculum. This opportunity fits in perfectly with my ongoing interests in education and public policy.”
— Neil Carmichael, CEO
The appointment is a natural extension of Neil’s wider work. His ongoing interests in education reform and public policy have been a defining thread throughout his career, and this role provides a formal and prestigious platform through which to continue that work at the highest academic level.
UCEC congratulates Neil on this well-deserved appointment and looks forward to seeing the contribution he will make to the School of Education and its students.
