The School of Engineering and Materials Science is delighted to share that Dr Deepshikha has been awarded Senior Fellowship of Advance HE (SFHEA), in recognition of her sustained leadership and impact in teaching and supporting learning in higher education.

Senior Fellowship is a significant professional recognition that acknowledges a sustained record of effectiveness in higher education, particularly in leadership, influence, and the enhancement of teaching and learning. This recognition reflects Dr Deepshikha’s significant contributions to educational practice, curriculum development, innovation in assessment and feedback, and wider academic leadership.

Reviewers praised Deepshikha's application for providing consistently strong evidence of leadership and influence, particularly through her reflective approach, collaboration with colleagues, and commitment to enhancing student learning. Her reflection on leadership was highlighted as a particular strength, notably her ability to bring colleagues together across challenging areas of enhancement, including building trust, refining evaluation approaches, and leading innovation in AI-supported assessment and feedback, while continuing to develop her leadership practice over time.

Dr Deepshikha has made a notable contribution to education through innovative teaching practices, scholarship activity, and work to improve assessment and feedback. Her growing profile in educational innovation, including work on active learning and AI-enhanced assessment, continues to support both the student experience and wider sector conversations about the future of higher education.

This recognition marks an important milestone in Dr Deepshikha’s academic and professional journey and further reflects SEMS’ commitment to excellence in education, innovation, and student-centred teaching.

We congratulate Deepshikha on this wonderful achievement and look forward to her continued contributions to teaching excellence in SEMS and beyond.