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Stephen Bennett is a Lecturer in Humanities specializing in Media Practice at the Interdisciplinary Institute for the Humanities, University of East Anglia (UEA), where he teaches modules on Media in Practice, Creative and Cultural Industries, and VIDEOGAMES: THEORY, PRACTICE AND RECEPTION. He supervises Level 6 creative practice students and serves as the academic lead for the faculty's Media Suite. He is also actively involved in the UEA VR user group and Adobe creative campus working group.
Education:
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (awarded 1 Dec 2019)
- Master of Education, University of East Anglia (awarded 1 Feb 2016)
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, Liverpool John Moores University (awarded 1 Apr 1981)
Stephen’s research focuses on digital humanities, the history of recorded sound, ephemeral digital technologies, open-source hardware, physical controllers for analog synthesizers, and the integration of VR/AR and machine learning in video game sound. His work bridges media practice, technological innovation, and cultural studies.
His publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary focus, particularly in videogame studies, digital preservation, and experimental music production. Key themes include remastered games, digital materiality, and creative audio projects.
Scientific Awards:
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Stephen has supervised undergraduate creative projects and contributes to academic governance through roles such as Teaching Director AMA, Academic Partnerships, and serving on Faculty Appeals and Complaints committees for SSF and Humanities. He has also authored books and articles on music technology and contributed creatively to multiple music albums.
He is a key member of the UEA VR user group and the Adobe creative campus working group, supporting emerging technologies in teaching and research.
