Associate Dean, Education (Science)

The Associate Dean acts with full authority on behalf of the Assistant Vice Principal Dean of Learning and Teaching. 

Responsibilities

• Contributing to student progression reviews and the resolution of appeals.
• Monitoring of activities relevant to Professional, Regulatory and Statutory Bodies (PSRBs).
• Approval of module results and Study Abroad grade conversions.
• Representing the Assistant Vice-Principal (Dean of Learning and Teaching) on academic appointment panels.
• Academic leadership of the Laidlaw programme in collaboration with the Associate Dean Education (Arts and Divinity).
• Responding to issues raised by External Examiners.
• Fostering expertise in Learning and Teaching among academic colleagues.
• In consultation with the Proctor's Office, leading academic open fora and dissemination events.
• Academic monitoring and approvals.
• Policy development and review.

Sharon is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Geography and Sustainable Development. She is a former Director of Teaching, Pro-Dean Curriculum and Associate Dean Students within the Faculties of Science and Medicine. Sharon is committed to fostering excellence and inclusivity in teaching and learning at St Andrews.