Judi Warmerdam

Judi Warmerdam serves as a Lecturer in the School of Education and Tertiary Access at the University of the Sunshine Coast, specializing in science and mathematics instruction within the Tertiary Preparation Pathway (TPP) to facilitate student transitions into higher education.

Her academic credentials include a Master of Education (MEd) and dual Bachelor of Education (Secondary)/Bachelor of Science (BEd(Sec)/BSc), both earned at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Her MEd research investigated obstacles faced by returning students, establishing her focus on enabling lifelong learning through institutional support systems.

Warmerdam's research centers on phenomenological analysis of TPP course effectiveness, particularly examining 'access ramps' to address learning roadblocks and institutional habitus. She champions science education as a tool for informed decision-making and student empowerment.

Her professional recognitions include:

• Dean’s Commendation for undergraduate studies
• Membership in Golden Key International Honour Society

She delivers core TPP curriculum including TPP103 (Chemistry), TPP115 (Math for Science and Engineering), and TPP104 (Mathematics), with teaching philosophy emphasizing barrier reduction and transition support for non-traditional learners.