Dr. Gayatri Patel is an experienced higher education professional with a strong background in quality enhancement, curriculum design, and student outcomes. As the Head of Quality Enhancement at Aston University, she collaborates with senior leadership to support strategic initiatives in learning, teaching, and quality assurance. In her previous role as Associate Dean of Education, she led projects to enhance curriculum design, improve student engagement, and refine programme structures.
Her work has supported institutional accreditation efforts and the effective implementation of programme structures and curriculum changes. Dr. Patel also contributes externally as a Lead Assessor for the Office for Students and has been involved in developing national quality frameworks, including guidance for the QAA Quality Code. She has a record of supporting curriculum development projects, such as an ERASMUS initiative focused on integrating AI into educational practices.
With a background in both academic research and practical application, Dr. Patel brings a balanced perspective to enhancing quality and supporting effective teaching practices in higher education.