Mark Turner

Biography

I received an MSc in Information Technology in 2001 and completed my PhD at Keele University in 2007 under the supervision of Professor Pearl Brereton, which was entitled "Controlling Access to Distributed Data Services". While studying for my PhD I worked as a research assistant on two EPSRC-funded projects, investigating data integration using Web services and applying evidence-based practices in software engineering. After my PhD I worked as a Lecturer in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics and then worked for a while in industry. I returned to Keele in February 2017, and am currently a Lecturer in Computer Science, focussing on projects and industrial placements within the School.

Research and scholarship

My main research interests are in the field of Software Engineering, linked to the Software and Systems Engineering theme. In particular, my interests are in evidence-based software engineering, service-based software engineering, and cybersecurity/access control.

My publications can be found at ResearchGate

Teaching

• CSC-30014 Third Year Double Project - ISP
• CSC-30024 Undergraduate Work Placement
• CSC-40040 MSc Project
• CSC-40035 MSc Industrial Placement
• CSC-40053 MComp Project
• MAT-30035 Mathematics Work Placement
• MAT-30043 Mathematics Project (30 Credits)
• MAT-40003 Mathematics Masters Projects

I have previously developed and/or taught a range of modules, including modules on Database Systems, IT Architectures, Fundamentals of Computing, Systems Analysis, Systems Design, and Object Oriented Programming.

I also demonstrated/conducted practical teaching at Keele for many practical and laboratory classes.

Administration roles

• Examinations Officer (Computer Science and Mathematics)
• School Early Resolution Officer
• PGT Project Coordinator
• UG Project Coordinator (Computer Science)
• UG Project Coordinator (Mathematics)
• Degree Apprenticeship Project Coordination
• Degree Apprenticeship EPA Lead
• School Placement and Careers Coordinator (UG & PGT)