In line with its Strategic Plan (2015-2020) the College plans to set up a Centre for Teaching and Research Excellence (CTRE). This will serve the dual purpose of promoting innovative teaching and stimulating a vibrant research culture in the College, and will help staff to underpin their teaching and delivery methods with relevant research. It is likely that the Centre will begin its operations once the new building is completed. The inaugural Head of CTRE will be Dr Brian Poole.