Dr Audrey Decou

Staff Governor

Dr Audrey Decou joined the University of the Highlands and Islands in 2018 as a Curriculum Development and Employer Engagement Officer and took up the role of Associate Dean for Land & Marine Sciences in 2023.

She believes her deep knowledge of research, the curriculum and its delivery, along with operating across the entire UHI partnership are essential in contributing to the governance and strategic direction of UHI and are invaluable in ensuring that decisions consider the diverse academic experiences of all students.

Audrey's background is in Geology, having worked as a field geologist and Project leader of the East Greenland Project. After 10 years as a Geologist, she decided to change career path to, first, allow her and her family to live in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, the Highlands of Scotland. And secondly, to share her journey and the support she has received with the future generation by supporting them and inspiring them about scientific careers which brings much more than just a career in science.

Audrey is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and holds a PhD in Geosciences.