Leeds Trinity University has created four new schools as it prepares for significant growth.

The four separate Schools of Business, Computer Science, Digital and Screen Media, and Law have been introduced as key areas of potential growth and innovation. The Schools have been identified as opportunities for increased student recruitment and will support closer connections with the Leeds City Region.

As part of the transformation, Leeds Trinity has appointed four new Heads of School, who will be joining the university in the coming weeks.

Professor Hesham Al-Sabbahy, Head of School of Business, joins from Global Banking School, where he is a Dean. He was previously Head of Business and Management at Northumbria University, which was named The Business School of the Year during his tenure.

Professor Edmond Prakash, Head of School of Computer Science, joins from Cardiff Metropolitan University where he is Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Computer Science with an expertise in computer games technology.

Nathan Kelly, Head of School of Digital and Screen Media, is currently Head of Faculty of Arts, Creative, Digital and Screen Industries at Bradford College.

Steve Bravery, Head of School of Law, is currently Senior Lecturer in Law, and Employability Lead, for the Law School at University of Derby.

Professor Malcolm Todd, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Leeds Trinity, said: “We are extremely excited to welcome our new colleagues to Leeds Trinity University. As we put the Strategic Plan into action, we are investing in our academic structures to drive future growth and potential. The Schools of Business, Computer Science, Digital and Screen Media, and Law are key areas for the University and provide real opportunity.

“The new appointments will support our bold aspirations to innovate and provide a substantial boost to strengthening the student experience, our academic reputation and capacity in Research and Knowledge Exchange.”

Dave Betts, Director of Academic Strategy and Resourcing at the University, added: “We are very pleased to be welcoming Hesham, Edmond, Nathan and Steve to Leeds Trinity. In their roles, they will drive forward the significant growth identified for their Schools at a time of pace and energy for the University.

Providing a framework for the institution’s growth plans, Leeds Trinity University’s strategic plan for 2021-2026 is built around the four pillars - Education and Experience, People and Sustainability, Research, Impact and Innovation, and Careers and Enterprise. This is supported by two key themes of Digital Futures and the Leeds City Region.