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United Kingdom
I'm a Teaching Fellow in the Department of Computer and Information Sciences at the University. Prior to this, I spent over 20 years in industry, in various technical and managerial roles.
I'm responsible for designing and delivering the work-based learning elements of three graduate and degree apprenticeships: IT: Software Development, IT: Management for Business and Digital and Technology Solutions.
I manage a team of Learning Advisers who work 1:1 with apprentices to capture their professional experience and support their development throughout these programmes. I designed and am responsible for delivering the 4th year project modules for each of these programmes.
Additionally, I designed and am delivering Technology in Business, a module taken by most of our first year undergraduates, which introduces the business context for technology development, and sets the scene for much of their technical learning in their programmes.
My teaching research interests centre on work-based learning, exploring how engaging learning can be used in apprenticeship degrees to support apprentices in acquiring and demonstrating rounded academic and workplace experiences, and providing them with a platform for career growth.
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Master of Business Administration, Strathclyde Business School
Award Date: 14 Sept 2020
Doctor of Philosophy, Computer supported software inspection, University Of Strathclyde
Award Date: 5 Jul 1999
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, University Of Strathclyde
Award Date: 11 Jul 1994
External Examiner - Senior Leader Degree Apprenticeship, University of Gloucestershire
2025 → …
Research output: Digital or non-textual outputs › Blog Post
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Macdonald, F. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Macdonald, F. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Macdonald, F. (Speaker)
Activity: Talk or presentation types › Invited talk