Alasdair Blair

Alasdair Blair has held several significant academic positions at De Montfort University since September 2008, culminating in the role of Associate PVC Academic, where responsibilities include designing and implementing educational strategies and overseeing postgraduate delivery. Previous roles include Associate Dean Academic, leading a large faculty of over 7,000 students, and Head of the Department of Politics and Public Policy, where strategic integration and enhancement of teaching standards were prioritized. Additionally, Alasdair Blair serves as Lead Editor for the Journal of Political Science Education and holds a Jean Monnet Chair with the European Commission. Alasdair Blair's academic pedigree includes a PhD in European Politics from the University of Leicester and multiple degrees in relevant fields, alongside numerous external examiner and committee roles across various institutions, underscoring a strong commitment to educational excellence.