David James

David James is Lecturer and Course Leader for Foundation Games Design degrees at Staffordshire University, specializing in game design principles and technical implementation. With eight years of teaching experience, he covers game engines, design methods, and game art development.

Research interests include procedural asset generation, player behavior analysis, and educational applications of game jams. His pedagogical approach focuses on inspiring students through hands-on development experiences.

Publications examine esports cognitive training and game jams as educational tools. He has presented research at the Serious Games Conference and Diverse Voices conference.

Teaches undergraduate modules including Introduction to 3D Games Engines, Game Theory & Mechanics, and 2D Games Engines. Also supervises postgraduate research projects in games design and technology.