Teri Birch
Lecturer in Computing (Computer Science)
I have been a Lecturer in Computer Science since 2021, holding a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science and currently pursuing a Master's degree in Cyber Security. My journey into academia follows a diverse career in science communication and educational outreach.
Before my current role, I served as a Delivery Officer for Technocamps, where I engaged with students of all ages to demonstrate the exciting and practical aspects of computer science. Additionally, I have experience as a science communicator, a role that honed my ability to make complex concepts accessible and engaging to a wide audience. I am passionate about robotics, programming, and Lego, which aligns with my volunteer work with the First Lego League. As a Judge and Referee, I have had the privilege of mentoring a local school team and accompanying them to the First Lego League World Competition.
Outside of my professional life, I am an avid supporter of Wrexham AFC, a passion I have nurtured since childhood. I enjoy walking with my dog, gardening, and building with Lego in my leisure time. My enthusiasm for Lego extends beyond the classroom, as I find it a wonderful medium for creativity and problem-solving.
Publications
| Year | Publication | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | BSRLM Day Conference Proceedings, RESEARCH IN MATHEMATICS EDUCATION. [DOI] Angier, Corinne;Barclay, Nancy;Brown, Julian;Duckett, Kevin;Harvey-Swanston, Richard;Marks, Rachel;Brown, Julian;Johnston-Wilder, Sue;Mackrell, Kate;Lord, Ems;Oakes, Dominic;Birch, Teri;Lyakhova, Sofya;Parish, Alison;Ramirez, Paola;Rogers, Leo;Pope, Sue;Sahin, Nejla Tugcem;Sutherland, Pierre;Williams, Helen C. |
Other Publication |
Professional Associations
| Association | Function | From/To |
|---|---|---|
| BCS The Chartered Institute of IT | Student Member | 2016 |
| ACM Association of Computing Machinery | Professional Member | 2021 |
Employment
| Employer | Position | From/To |
|---|---|---|
| Glyndwr Univeristy | Sessional Lecturer | 2020 - 2021 |
| Glyndwr University | Graduate Teaching Assistant | 2019 - 2021 |
Education
| Institution | Qualification | Subject | From/To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glyndwr University | BSc (Hons) | Computer Science | 2015 - 2019 |
| Glyndwr University | PCLTHE | Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education | 2020 - 2021 |
Consultancy & Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
| Client | Description |
|---|---|
| Wurkplace | To develop and embed software engineering capabilities to produce a innovative system that supports multi sector organisations by providing an amalgamation of HR services and support |
Teaching Interests
Programming, Ethics