Teaching Excellence

Preparing students for responsible digital marketing: Meet Yao Yao

Yao, Lecturer in Fashion Retail Technology and Digital Innovation, brings together employability, ethical digital practice and sustainability to help students connect academic learning with the realities of industry. We spoke to Yao about responsible use of generative AI, student co-design, sustainability education and preparing graduates to think proactively in the workplace.

Helping students learn to code in the age of AI: Meet Sarah Clinch

Sarah Clinch has been rethinking how first-year programming is assessed in response to the rise of AI tools and the changing ways students learn. We spoke to Sarah about designing fairer assessments, supporting students to succeed and preparing future computer scientists to use AI effectively and responsibly.

Supporting students from classroom to community: Meet Ognjen Marjanovic

Ognjen Marjanovic, Reader in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, has played a key role in redesigning the undergraduate curriculum while remaining closely connected to students through teaching, community-building and student voice. We spoke to Ognjen about curriculum design, creating belonging and his love of teaching.

Inspiring socially responsible engineers: Meet Mauro Luberti

Mauro Luberti, Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering, brings theory, industry practice and sustainability together to prepare students for life beyond university. We spoke to Mauro about keeping large cohorts engaged, improving feedback and inspiring the next generation of engineers.

Making mathematics more accessible: Meet Donald Robertson

Donald Robertson, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics, has developed an innovative tool to improve how mathematical content is presented and accessed online. Recently nominated for a Distinguished Achievement Award, we spoke to Donald about the inspiration behind his work and what it could mean for the future of accessible teaching.

Empowering students beyond the classroom: Meet Wennie Subramonian

Wennie Subramonian, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Chemical Engineering, has built a teaching approach that goes far beyond the lecture theatre. Through a combination of innovative teaching, student partnerships, mentoring and outreach she is helping students develop confidence, skills and a strong sense of belonging. Recently nominated for a Distinguished Achievement Award, we spoke to Wennie about what drives her work and the impact it’s having.

Celebrating FSE success at the SU Academic Awards 2026

The Faculty of Science and Engineering celebrated another year of success at the 2026 Students’ Union Academic Awards, with FSE staff and students recognised across a range of categories for their outstanding contributions to teaching, student voice, academic community and student support.

Recognising impact in TLSE: Meet Gregory Lane-Serff

Gregory Lane-Serff, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Civil Engineering and Management, has spent over two decades helping students make sense of complex engineering concepts. We spoke to Gregory to find out how his teaching has evolved and what continues to motivate him after 26 years at the University.

Recognising impact in TLSE: Meet Roshila Moodley

Roshila Moodley, Lecturer in Analytical Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry, is passionate about helping all students feel supported to succeed. We spoke to Roshila to find out how she is supporting MSc students from diverse backgrounds and how targeted funding has helped turn ideas into measurable impact.