Institute of Criminal Justice Studies

Profile

Qualifications

• BA (Social Work) (University of the Witwatersrand)
• Hons BSocSc  (Psychology) (University of South Africa)
• MA (Industrial and Organisational Psychology) (University of Cape Town)
• MALA (Master of Arts in Liberal Arts) (St John’s College, Annapolis, USA)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

Background

Since obtaining my professional qualifications, I have practiced as a social worker and registered psychologist – both privately and within organisations.

Prior to joining the ICJS in 2009, I lectured in Social Work, Psychology and Human Resource Management for the University of the Witwatersrand, Rhodes University (South Africa) and the Open University (UK).

Expertise

As an academic I have taught undergraduate and postgraduate students (both campus-based or distance learners). My academic activities have also included curriculum development, administration and academic leadership, and the development of virtual learning environments (VLEs). In 1997 I was the recipient of the Vice-Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award from Rhodes University.

My major project since joining the ICJS has been the creation and development of the Research Methods Hub – an intranet research methods resource for all students and staff. The Hub is designed to be a central, resource-heavy site from which users can access a range of materials that they can use in their own research. I received a Recognition Award in 2010 from the University of Portsmouth for my work on the Hub and distance-learning materials.

As a social worker and psychologist, I have worked in a range of settings – including government, health, education and industry. I have been a consultant for multi-national organisations in the areas of organisational design, performance management and occupational health.

Research Interests

• Organisational design
• Career development and career counselling
• Occupational stress
• Human-computer interaction
• Outcomes-based education