Dr Petronella Beukman
Summary
I relocated from South Africa to the UK in 2006 and is currently the Head of School of Computing.
Teaching: I have been teaching in the field(s) of Databases, Systems Analysis and Design, IT and Project Management, Educational Computing for more than 25 years. My Academic qualifications include Teachers degree in Mathematics, Honours degree in Educational Psychology, Master’s degree in Information Technology and an EdD.
Research interest: I am particularly interested in how technology and innovation impacts Learning and Teaching, specifically within a Computing environment and CS education.
Research outputs
2026
The impact of blended learning (generative artificial intelligence) approach on student learning outcomes in higher education
Aidarus, F. M., Fitch, T., Beukman, P., Weber, A.
1 Apr 2026,
Research output: Conference contribution
AI literacy as a strategic leadership capability in higher education
Mohasseb, A., Beukman, P., Kanavos, A.
17 Mar 2026,
Research output: Conference contribution