Sofia Barbosa Boucas

Dr Sofia Barbosa Bouças is a Reader (Education) in Psychology at Brunel University London, known for her extensive contributions to Psychology and Education. She joined Brunel in January 2018, bringing with her a wealth of experience from notable academic institutions.

Dr Barbosa Bouças has held research and teaching positions at the University of Reading and the University of Southampton, where she contributed significantly to the fields of Psychology and Health Sciences. In 2013, she transitioned to a Lecturer in Health Psychology at Oxford Brookes University, followed by a role as a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Buckinghamshire New University in 2015.

Her research encompasses a wide range of topics, including Learning & Teaching Innovation in Higher Education, Academic and Transferable Skills, Student Experience and Satisfaction, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), Widening Participation, Student Success, AI in Higher Education, Assessment and Feedback, and Student Engagement. Dr Barbosa Bouças has a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and has delivered invited lectures nationally and internationally, actively promoting inclusive and innovative teaching practices.

In addition to her research, Dr Barbosa Bouças has held numerous leadership roles, including Programme Lead for BSc Psychology, BSc Psychology & Anthropology, and BSc Psychology & Sociology, Chair of Panels and Boards of Examiners, and member of various strategic committees at Brunel. She is dedicated to fostering an inclusive academic environment and advancing the field of Psychology through her teaching and mentorship.

Dr Barbosa Bouças continues to be a driving force in Education, combining her research expertise with a commitment to student success and academic excellence.