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Yusuf Olaniyan is a Postgraduate Research Student and Researcher in the Department of Education at the University of Bath. His work bridges education, sociology, political science, and African studies, focusing on epistemic justice, spatial inequality, and decolonization in educational systems across the Global South.
- Doctor of Philosophy, Department of Education, University of Bath
- Researcher, Violence Reduction Unit (London Mayor's Office) project on belonging and inclusion
Research Interests: Olaniyan specializes in decoloniality, indigenous methodologies, and educational policy, exploring how colonial histories shape graduate aspirations, access to higher education, and curriculum design in Nigeria and postcolonial contexts.
Education:
- BEd in Primary Education (First Class Honours)
- MRes in Education (Distinction), University of Bath
- MA in Education Studies (Distinction), University of Nottingham
Projects & Collaborations: He co-leads the Imagined Futures study on Nigerian girls’ access to higher education and contributes to London’s Inclusion Charter for schools. His methodological expertise spans quantitative tools (SPSS, R) and qualitative approaches (autoethnography, critical discourse analysis).
Publications: Recent articles examine epistemic injustice in Nigerian decolonization debates, virtual mentorship for international students, and spatial barriers to education. His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals for inclusive education and social justice.
