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Alison Leslie is a Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes at the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, University of Leeds, part of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. She has been with the university since 2008 and is actively engaged in teaching, research, and professional development in language and academic skills education. She is also seconded to the School of Sociology and Social Policy to lead pre- and in-sessional academic support for students.
- MA International Development in Education
- MA Applied Linguistics in English Language Teaching
- BA European Languages and Institutions
Her research interests focus on academic literacies, student engagement, identity, inclusivity, interculturality, and global citizenship. She emphasizes inclusive teaching practices and education for social justice, particularly in multilingual and international higher education contexts.
The most recent articles reflect a strong trend in supporting international postgraduate students, enhancing academic integration, and fostering intercultural communication. Her work centers on improving belonging, academic language development, and inclusive pedagogy across disciplines.
She is actively involved in professional networks such as the Centre for Excellence in Language Teaching (CELT) and the British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes (BALEAP), contributing to scholarship in EAP and global education.
Alison leads key modules including the Horizon Study Abroad program and provides academic language support across departments. She is currently collaborating on a research project (2022–2025) with the Leeds Institute for Teaching Excellence focused on international PGT student success. No specific grants are mentioned, but her work implies institutional research and teaching development funding.
She is affiliated with the Language Centre and contributes to interdisciplinary teaching and research groups focused on language education and academic development.
