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University Centre Reaseheath

Tom Furness

Tom Furness Academic Registrar Originally from County Durham, Tom joined University Centre Reaseheath in 2020 as a lecturer in agriculture, having previously worked in the dairy industry for over ten years. Tom has travelled extensively to the USA, Eastern Europe, and Scandinavia to explore various aspects of global food production. He was an Oxford Farming […]

Siobhan Smyth

Siobhan Smyth Lecture and Course Manager  Siobhan completed her MSc in Countryside Management at MMU, and her PGCE at Keele University. Siobhan also has her IQA qualification.  Siobhan has 15 years experience of delivering Higher Education, including lecturing, people management, curriculum development, course management, and project management. Siobhan is currently licensed to handle Great Crested Newts […]

Lucianna Churchill

Lucianna Churchill Programme Leader  Lucianna completed her MVetPhys in Veterinary Physiotherapy at Writtle University College in 2019, and is a member of NAVP. Lucianna is currently a registered and practicing Veterinary Physiotherapist and has interests in injury, rehabilitation and biomechanics. Lucianna also has completed her PGCE. Research Interests Equine/Canine Rehabilitation and Therapy Equine/Canine Performance and Fitness Canine […]

Paige McCormack

Paige McCormack Lecturer/Course Manager Paige completed BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Clinical Route) at Harper Adams University, gaining a 1st class degree with her dissertation investigating veterinary referral routes for problem behaviours in companion animals. Paige is a provisional member of the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors and a Candidate Member of the […]

Ellie Rose

Ellie Rose Programme Leader for Animal Sciences Ellie has a BSc (Hons) in Zoology from the University of Wales, Bangor, spending the second year at Oregon State University. She completed her Master’s thesis at Western Washington University, where she also spent two years as a teaching assistant on Zoology, Ecology and Herpetology courses. She has […]

Kevin Palmer

Kevin Palmer Advanced Practitioner in Higher Education Course Manager Course Leader BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation & Ecology Kevin holds an MSc in Conservation & Biodiversity with the University of Exeter, following completion of a BSc (Hons) in Animal Science from Bournemouth University. Prior to his tenure with UCR, Kevin had spent time both in the […]

Annie Newport

Annie Newport

Annie Newport Foundation Degree Environmental Science for Conservation BSc (Hons) Environmental Systems Management Passion. It’s in Our Nature. “I’m passionate about finding ways to manage the countryside so it benefits both wildlife and people. “For my BSc I researched the effect of neonicotinoids on bees and whether there are alternative ways of managing crop pests.  […]

Foundation Degree in Dairy Technology (Eden Programme)

Foundation Degree Dairy Technology (Eden Programme) Do you work for a dairy company or are you interested in joining the dairy industry? This course will equip you with the skills needed to grow and develop in your career. The dairy industry in the UK is an exciting and vibrant place to work, supplying world class […]

Foundation Degree in Bakery and Patisserie Technology

FdSc Bakery and Patisserie Technology Perfecting your practical skills while exploring the science behind your creations is a recipe for success in the bakery industry. Whether your goal is to travel the world as an artisan baker, become an award winning cake maker with your own business, or be the next celebrity chef, our Foundation […]

Foundation Degree Environmental Conservation

FdSc Environmental Conservation We live in a rapidly changing world. If you feel your purpose in life is to safeguard our environment and you have a desire to share your passion with others, we can help you to achieve your goals.   With plenty of hands-on practical management of our stunning 330-hectare campus, this course will […]