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Heather Cockayne is a Senior Lecturer in International Education at the University of Manchester, where her work focuses on a range of social science theories to study the experiences of international students and the impact of internationalisation on pedagogy and curricula. Her research emphasizes innovative, evidence-based teaching practices that enhance student engagement and success, particularly for marginalized groups. Cockayne employs photography and de-centred language to foster participation and amplify diverse voices among students. She has extensive experience working with international students in the UK, exploring their journeys towards creating a sense of belonging within an increasingly digital environment. Her research interests also include Sino-British partnerships and transnational education policies. Heather supervises doctoral students and leads various units for the MA in International Education.
Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.