Professor Sproston provides leadership to the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences in the delivery of strategic initiatives with respect to learning, teaching and the wider student experience. He is responsible for monitoring external drivers, such as the OfS regulatory requirements, to enhance the Faculty’s and University’s performance against sector benchmarks. He oversees the validation of new programmes which contribute to the continued development, growth and financial sustainability of the Faculty’s portfolio. More broadly, Professor Sproston supports the PVC/Executive Dean in the achievement of financial plans for the Faculty, and co-ordinates the operational and financial planning and budgetary control for education resources including staffing, equipment and estate. He is the strategic link between the Faculty and Professional Service Department such as the Centre for Academic Innovation & Development and Academic Services. He continues to contribute to teaching and research as Professor of Music within the School for the Creative Industries.