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Professor Andrew McGettrick, Pre-eminent Educator and Scientist, shares his views on education and the broader computing challenges

Professor Andrew McGettrick, Pre-eminent Educator and Scientist, shares his views on education and the broader computing challenges

Update: 2022-03-31
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Professor Andrew McGettrick is currently Head of the Computer Science Department at Strathclyde. He studied Pure Mathematics at the University of Glasgow where he obtained his BSc (1st class) degree. He obtained a PhD in Pure Mathematics (number theory). He later obtained the Diploma in Computer Science (with distinction). His research interests include software engineering, in particular formal methods in support of safety critical systems and use of computers in support of teaching and learning and quality issues in higher education. Memberships and other involvements include Chair of ACM Education Board and Education Council, Vice-President (Qualifications and Standards) BCS , Computer Science series editor for Taylor and Francis, Member of UK Engineering Council, Member of UK Science Council, Chair of Committee producing UK Computing Benchmarking Reports.
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Professor Andrew McGettrick, Pre-eminent Educator and Scientist, shares his views on education and the broader computing challenges

Professor Andrew McGettrick, Pre-eminent Educator and Scientist, shares his views on education and the broader computing challenges