Natalie Dowling

Dr Natalie Dowling

Senior Lecturer in Childhood Studies and Academic Sessional

School of Teacher Education and Computing, Digital Forensics and Cyber Security

I joint CCCU in 2019 and am now Senior Lecturer in Childhood Studies. I am Level 5 lead for the Foundation Degree in Childhood Studies.

I have been working at CCCU since 2019. Have previously completed my BSc (hons) Applied Criminology and Social Science here before studying for my MA in Youth and Community Work (JNC accredited) at the University of East London. My PhD 'Detached Youth Work. A critical analysis of theory and practice' was completed at the University of Gloucestershire where I taught on Youth and Health and Social Care programmes.

My practice experience have included youth work for local authorities and 3rd sector organistions, where I have managed detached, centre based and school based work. I continue to work part time for my local authority within the youth council, in youth centres, and detached projects. Having previous experience working in students support services, substance misuse, homeless/housing support, and for a training provider.

Within Criminology I was employability lead providing advice and guidance in this area alongside running meet employers/career events.