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Gareth Nelson

Senior Lecturer in Computing

Bridging education and innovation – connecting over 1,000 industry organisations with our university community to shape the future of technology and digital leadership.

Biography

My professional journey began in fast-moving consumer goods, where I spent over a decade leading operational teams before transitioning into computing and technology. That unique path continues to inform how I teach, lead, and connect students to the real-world impact of emerging technologies.

As Senior Lecturer and Senior Tutor, I work across the School of Computing and Engineering to champion student success and guide colleagues through strategic initiatives. I’m also the Academic Lead for Student Futures in Computing and Cyber, where I support employability initiatives and work closely with industry partners to ensure our graduates are career-ready.

Alongside my university role, I’ve been seconded to CyNam as Strategic Ecosystem Development and Research Lead, where I collaborate with industry, academia, and government to grow Gloucestershire’s cyber and technology community. This role allows me to directly influence the regional tech ecosystem, strengthen our external partnerships, and explore key issues such as the digital skills gap.

I’m passionate about creating spaces where technology is accessible, human-focused, and socially impactful – helping both students and organisations navigate the practical applications of innovation in fields like automation, FinTech, and AI.

Qualifications

  • MSc : Financial Technologies, University of Gloucestershire, 2024
  • BSc : Business Computing, University of Gloucestershire, 2018

Teaching & Research

Teaching

I teach across undergraduate computing programmes including Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Forensic Computing. I specialise in employability, agile delivery, and real-world project-based learning, and serve as Senior Tutor for the school – offering academic guidance and pastoral support to ensure students reach their full potential.

Research

My current research focuses on how emerging technologies intersect with employability, organisational behaviour, and digital transformation. I co-author work on topics including:

Unpacking Employability Skills in Computer Science Education

Graduate Employability Through Agile Projects

I am particularly interested in the social and operational impact of technologies like AI and automation, and how these developments shape the future of work for both students and industry.