Programme and Student Lead; Computer Science

Join the School of Computing and AI as a Programme and Student Lead (PSL). The role is full‑time, permanent and based at our Birmingham campus. You will report to the Academic Management Team and oversee the quality of Computer Science programmes delivered at Birmingham, Leeds, London and Manchester campuses.

• Work as a member of the Campus Management Team to ensure the smooth running of courses and an excellent student experience.
• Manage relationships with academic partners, ensuring coordination and quality of the Computer Science programmes they contribute to and are delivered at the designated campus.
• Collate and disseminate feedback on programme design and materials as delivered on campus to ensure quality, and contribute to discussions on how that feedback might lead to revisions.
• Ensure an outstanding quality of student experience as measured by key benchmarks, and promote, deliver and analyse student surveys.
• Facilitate effective communication between the School of Computing and AI and campus teams.
• Carry out the tasks of a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, including timetabled teaching, in designated or other campuses, and module leadership in the time not allocated to management activities.

• Substantial experience leading and managing teaching of computing/computer science and/or designing courses at degree/graduate diploma level.
• Highly IT literate – understanding of the digital environment in higher education.
• A can‑do attitude and sense of ownership about the programmes led.
• Proven senior management experience and leadership skills within a business or educational setting.
• Good understanding of current theory and best practice of teaching, learning and assessment in academic courses or professional training.

• Starting salary of £59,500.
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days.
• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Opportunity for professional development, including course sponsorship and fee discounts.
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts.

We are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects our diverse student population. We strive to increase representation across age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, and socio‑economic background.

We are also committed to providing adjustments to those who may require support with the recruitment process. Please contact the ULaw Talent Acquisition Team at  for more information.

Closing date for application: 12th July 2026. Interviews will take place in the week commencing 20th July 2026.