USW appoints new vice-chancellor and chief executive
Professor Osama Khan has held senior posts focused on curriculum development, student experience, teaching standards and digital change across higher education
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The University of South Wales has announced the appointment of professor Osama Khan as its new vice-chancellor and chief executive, effective from May 2026 after moving from Aston University.
Professor Khan is currently deputy vice-chancellor (academic) at Aston University. He has held senior posts focused on curriculum development, student experience, teaching standards and digital change across the higher education sector.
Khan said: “It is a privilege to be appointed vice-chancellor of the University of South Wales. I am deeply inspired by the University’s unwavering commitment to inclusive education and its pivotal role in driving social and economic progress across Wales and beyond.
“I look forward to working collaboratively with the USW community – students, staff and partners – to build on the University’s impressive achievements and shape a bold, ambitious future together.”
Richard Lloyd-Owen, chair of the board of governors at USW, added: “Professor Khan is an exceptional leader whose values-driven approach and strategic vision resonate deeply with the University of South Wales’ mission to transform lives through education.
“His commitment to inclusive excellence, innovation in teaching and learning, and empowering communities aligns perfectly with our institutional priorities. We are thrilled to welcome him to USW and look forward to a dynamic new chapter under his leadership – one that will inspire progress, collaboration and meaningful impact across our university and beyond.”