معرفی
Prof Jan Bamford is a Professor of International Higher Education and Head of Student Experience and Academic Outcomes at London Metropolitan University's Guildhall School of Business and Law. She has over 29 years of experience, specializing in international student experiences, cultural pluralism in education, and curriculum internationalization. Her research explores student engagement in diverse classrooms, joint transnational degrees, and global citizenship.
Research Interests:
- International Higher Education
- Student Experience of Cultural Plurality
- Internationalising the Curriculum
- Assessment and Feedback Practices
Key Contributions: Co-Director of the Higher Education Research Group (HERG), Principal Fellow of the HEA (2014), and recipient of a 2013 HEA Teaching Development Grant. She has authored/co-authored books such as Cultural Journeys in Higher Education (2019) and Joint Degrees and International Transitions (2020). Her work bridges pedagogy, policy, and practice, emphasizing cosmopolitan engagement and institutional change.
Awards & Grants:
- University Teaching Fellowship (2017)
- HEA SIG Theme Coordinator (Internationalising the Curriculum)
- Visiting Professorships at Paris School of Business and Université de Savoie
Advising & Grants: Supervised numerous PhD students, led projects on student retention, and contributed to institutional reforms under the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Collaborates globally through networks like the International Tourism Masters Network.
Labs/Teams: Leads HERG, a multidisciplinary group advancing higher education research. Engages in initiatives like gamification for student engagement and digital citizenship programs.
