Adam Bancroft

Adam Bancroft is a Senior Lecturer in Paramedic Science at Bournemouth University (BU) since 2016, where he drives innovation in educational practice through simulation technologies and virtual reality (VR). His career spans 20+ years in emergency healthcare, including roles at London Ambulance Service and South Central Ambulance Service, before transitioning into academia. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Creative Media at BU while actively contributing to simulation-based learning research.

• Specializations: Emergency Preparedness, Resilience, Response (EP) and simulation pedagogy for paramedic education.
• SDGs: His work aligns with UN goals for Good Health and Well-Being, Quality Education, Gender Equality, and Partnership for the Goals.

Bancroft’s research focuses on simulation technologies for paramedic training, including VR feedback systems, 360-degree video applications, and reusable digital learning resources. He leads the Paramedic Science BSc (Hons) program at BU and advocates blended learning models to enhance student experience.

His recent publications highlight immersive simulation design for cognitive absorption, digital health integration in prehospital training, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Key conference contributions include the 'Martian Attack' and Godzilla simulation frameworks for paramedic education.