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Prof. Anne Preston

Co-Investigator and Project Manager

Professor Anne Preston brings over two decades of experience in higher education, with a focus on interdisciplinary learning, curriculum innovation, and widening participation. At UCL, she has led major institutional developments, including the creation of over 60 interdisciplinary programmes and the design of pioneering place-based education initiatives. Her work centres on Education for Sustainable Development and community-engaged learning, embedding sustainability and inclusivity into teaching and research. She currently leads a work-based learning module on UCL’s flagship BA Media programme, connecting students with real-world practice. A champion of cross-sector collaboration, Professor Preston works closely with industry and community partners to foster socially impactful education, ensuring the project is both academically rigorous and meaningfully engaged with broader societal challenges.

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