About
Dr Brendan Masterson is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics at Middlesex University, based in the Department of Design Engineering & Mathematics within the Faculty of Science and Technology. He holds a PhD in computational group theory and representation theory from the University of Galway (2016) and has been at Middlesex University since 2016. As Programme Leader for undergraduate mathematics programmes since 2021, he oversees curriculum development and student progression. He also manages the Maths Help Centre, providing academic support to students.
Education:
- PhD in Mathematics (Computational Group Theory & Representation Theory), National University of Ireland Galway, 2016
- Bachelor's/Master's qualifications (unspecified in text)
Research Interests: Focuses on computational group theory, representation theory, Burnside rings, and mathematics education innovation. His work includes advancing pedagogical methods through authentic learning activities, public engagement initiatives, and non-traditional assessment strategies to enhance student well-being and employability.
Recent Research Trends: Recent publications emphasize mathematics education reform, including no-exam assessment models, student-led video curation projects, and integrating historical context into post-pandemic teaching. His earlier research (2018) explored algebraic structures like tables of marks in finite groups.
Teaching Contributions:
- 2023/24 modules: Professional Practice for Biomedical Science, Probability & Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Abstract Algebra, Financial Mathematics, Galois Theory, Management Decision Making
- Curriculum design for authentic learning activities aligned with industry needs
Academic Leadership: Manages the Maths Help Centre and leads undergraduate mathematics programme strategies. Collaborates on projects to enhance student engagement and well-being through innovative pedagogy.
