Andrew Fowler

Andrew Fowler is a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University, affiliated with the Sheffield Institute of Law and Justice within the College of Social Sciences and Arts. Prior to academia, he worked in the National Probation Service, holding roles such as Practice Tutor, Employment Advisor, and Probation Officer. He completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education and earned a Community Justice degree from Sheffield Hallam University through the Diploma in Probation Studies.

His research focuses on Emotional Labour in probation settings, community sentencing strategies, and pedagogical innovation in higher education. Current projects include studying emotional labor in criminological research and the intersection of academic and professional practice (pracademia). He leads modules like 'Skills in Probation Practice' and 'Simulating Justice Practice' in undergraduate programs.

Publications emphasize probation officers’ experiences, including grief/trauma management and emotional labor challenges. No scientific awards are listed. Teaching and advisory roles involve curriculum design but no student advisees are named. He contributes to criminal justice discourse through collaborative research initiatives.