Professor Osama Khan is Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of the University of South Wales and a member of the University Alliance Board.

He joined USW in 2026 from Aston University, where he served as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic). With more than 27 years’ experience in higher education, Professor Khan has held senior leadership positions at institutions including the University of Surrey and Solent University, and has taught at both Cambridge Judge Business School and Copenhagen Business School.

Beginning his career in investment banking and finance, Professor Khan is widely recognised for his commitment to inclusive education, student success and social mobility, as well as his leadership on equality, diversity and institutional reform. He brings extensive expertise in curriculum innovation, teaching excellence and digital transformation, with a strong focus on the role universities play in driving opportunity, skills and economic growth.