Software and systems engineering

The Software and systems engineering research theme encompasses facets of software engineering and systems-oriented research in computer science.

Software engineering at Keele evolves from significant research contributions to evidence-based software engineering and systematic literature review methodologies made by emeritus Professors Barbara Kitchenham and Pearl Brereton. The theme also comprises multiple strands of systems-related research including user-centred design, participatory and co-creation design methodologies, prototyping, performance analyses including assessments of accuracy, reliability, interaction and human factors, and evaluations of usability and user experience.

The theme comprises a community of researchers with intersecting interdisciplinary interests including: 

  • Cloud computing
  • Complex systems simulation and design
  • Interactive and smart systems
  • Systems and usability engineering
  • Wearables and Internet of Things (IoT) devices