Christopher Fogwill

Academic profile

Professor Christopher Fogwill

Executive Dean
Faculty of Science and Engineering

The Global Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Christopher's work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

Goal 04: SDG 4 - Quality Education

About Christopher

Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor, Chris provides strategic leadership across the 3 schools of the faculty and is responsible for ensuring the faculty delivers excellence across all aspects of education and the student experience, research and innovation. His role includes:

  • Executive leadership of the Schools of Computing, Engineering and Mathematics; Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences; and Biological and Marine Sciences.
  • Membership of key institutional bodies, including Senate; Academic Development and Partnership Committee; IT and Digital Committee; University Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee; UEG Risk Review Group
  • University Executive Chair Sustainability Advisory Group
  • University Executive Chair University of Plymouth Technicians Commitment
  • Member of the UKRI Talent Peer Review College
  • Member of the Australian Research Council peer review college
  • Adjunct Professor UNSW Australia

Chris joined the University of Plymouth in 2024, from Cranfield University where he was Pro-Vice Chancellor for the School of Water, Energy and the Environment. Chris has a background in climate science and Earth Systems modelling. Beyond his specialist field he has helped develop and deliver some of the most innovative low-carbon ‘at scale’ energy demonstration projects in Europe.

Contact Christopher

+44 1752 584601