Anjali Shah

Dr. Anjali Shah is a Senior Lecturer in Teacher Education at the University of Chester, specializing in secondary education and anti-racist pedagogy. She holds a PhD in Physics from the University of St Andrews, an MEd from Manchester Metropolitan University, and a PGCE from the University of Manchester. Her research focuses on identity shifts among career-changer teachers, decolonized curricula, and equity in education. She serves on committees such as the Widening Participation Committee and Athena Swan, and previously led race equality strategies at her institution.

• Education:
  • PhD in Physics, University of St Andrews (2002–2006)
  • BSc in Physics, University of St Andrews (1998–2002)
  • MEd in Education, Manchester Metropolitan University (2016–2018)
  • PGCE, University of Manchester (2012–2013)

Her teaching includes the PGCE Secondary programme in Science education, Level 8 Education Doctorate modules, and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations. She delivers CPD sessions on anti-racist practices and has been recognized as a Royal Society of Arts Fellow (2021). Her work bridges academic research and institutional change, emphasizing inclusive curricula and teacher workforce diversity.