"Since 2003, I have taught all academic years within the department (a list of the courses I present is summarised in the table below). My underlying teaching philosophy is that students should develop skills indispensable for those individuals wishing to pursue a career in the natural sciences including problem solving, data analyses and interpretation and writing skills. These skills are consistent with the expected degree outcomes. Typically, each course that I present includes both a theoretical and practical component. Each lecture is well structured and the teaching materials are of the highest standard. Teaching materials include PowerPoint presentations, computer model simulations, videos and overheads. Throughout the lecture, I encourage student participation by posing questions to the students. The practical component of each course in designed to ensure the practical application of the lecture notes and the development of scientific skills. Students are continuously evaluated throughout the course. Additionally, the students are required to submit an essay for marking at the end of each course. The essays foster the development of critical thinking and writing skills. I believe that my approach to teaching has been successful as evident from the overall positive response from the student’s evaluation forms (available from the department) and the high number of undergraduate students that conduct research under my supervision annually."

Natural sciences including problem solving, data analyses and interpretation and writing skills