Pamela Hardaker is the Associate Professor for Student Experience in the Faculty of Computing Engineering and Media. She is also a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Technology at De Montfort University. She completed her BSc at De Montfort University in 1995 when she gained a first in Information Technology. After graduating she worked in the field of real-time software development for engine and gearbox management before moving into assistive technology.
While working for the charity AbilityNet, Pamela helped people with a variety of disabilities to successfully access computers. In 2008 Pamela joined Surrey County Council as an IT Trainer and e-Learning designer. During her time here she also gained a Distinction at Master’s level in Intelligent Systems and Robotics through distance study.
For her Master’s Degree Project, Pamela combined her interest in helping disabled people with Intelligent Systems and successfully published two papers. Following the completion of this degree she secured 1 of 5 high flyers full scholarships from DMU to continue her work as a PhD which she completed in 2019.