Co-location of Maths and Computer Science in the Ian Wand Building

Creating a dynamic and thriving space for Maths and Computer Science, bringing them together into a suitable, modern and energy-efficient building on Campus East.

In September 2025, the Department of Maths moved to the Ian Wand Building on Campus East, joining staff and students from Computer Science. This is part of our ongoing programme to improve teaching and research facilities by relocating our activities from older, poorer quality buildings to more modern and sustainable buildings.

Why the Ian Wand Building?

The Ian Wand Building is one of our newer buildings at the heart of Campus East. It provides dedicated teaching and research laboratories, a hardware laboratory and study spaces. The Pod is the main work and social area, and includes a common room and large teaching spaces.

Campus East includes three colleges, several modern buildings to accommodate academic departments, and a variety of support and social areas, all surrounded by beautiful green space and water.

Why move Maths?

Maths has been in the current James College Nucleus (old Goodricke College) building since 2002, and whilst we've adapted the building and improved some aspects immensely over the years, it is clear that the structure is past its prime.

This is part of our ongoing programme to relocate activity across campus out of what is considered to be the lowest-quality, highest-cost buildings, and into more energy-efficient, modern and structurally-sound buildings.

Recent times have seen the Ian Wand Building being under-utilised following the move to hybrid working, and it offers a more suitable and modern environment for students and staff.

Who is Ian Wand?

Professor Ian Wand was one of the first academics to join the Department of Computer Science in the early 1970s. During his time at the University he worked hard to grow the department and develop its research reputation.

He was appointed Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University in 1999, remaining in the role until his retirement in 2002, and was a leading figure in many projects including the establishment of the Hull York Medical School.