Professor Damien Page has been named next vice-chancellor and chief executive officer at Buckinghamshire New University (BNU).

Professor Page will take over from Professor Nick Braisby, who declared in March 2024 that he would step down from the role in 2025.

Professor Page joined BNU as deputy vice-chancellor in March 2023 from the University of Wolverhampton, where he was the executive lead for research and knowledge exchange and director of the Wolverhampton Science Park.

He also served as dean of the faculty of education, health and wellbeing, leading several schools.

Professor Page said: "I am thrilled to be the next vice-chancellor at Buckinghamshire New University and will be proud to lead an institution with a historic mission to transform the lives of students and the local communities where our campuses are based.

"I am excited to build on the successes achieved during Professor Nick Braisby’s tenure and look forward to working with the pro-chancellor and chair of council and Nick to ensure a smooth transition for BNU’s staff, students and stakeholders."

Maggie Galliers CBE, pro chancellor and chair of the university council, said: "I am delighted that Professor Damien Page will lead the university through our next stage of development.

"Along with a strong track record of success in senior leadership roles, Damien brings a wealth of experience and expertise which will ensure we are well placed to grow and meet the considerable challenges faced by the higher education sector."

Professor Page is an active researcher specialising in organisational behaviour in education settings.