Dr Penny Hyams has recently joined the expanding team in the School of Psychology at Arden University as a lecturer. She is currently leading a Level 6 module in Mental Health and Illness, and is contributing to other areas of our Psychology programme, including Social and Developmental Psychology and Qualitative Research Methods.
Matthew is a lecturer in psychology for Arden University, specialising in areas around technology and its interactions with the human condition. Specifically, he is currently undertaking his PhD investigating the potential mental health benefits of video games. He is a fellow of the higher education academy and teaches on the undergraduate programmes for the BSc in Psychology and has taught on the postgraduate course as well. He currently supervises both undergraduate and masters level dissertation research projects, with a focus on technology and human computer interaction.
Christina Murphy is a lecturer and an Academic Integrity Officer for the School of Psychology. She is module leader on both Level 4 and Level 6 modules, including students' first module (Introduction to Studying Psychology) on the distance learning programme. This means she is passionate about settling students into their studies and supporting them to develop the skills they will need for success. Christina's research interests centre around gender and sexuality, media representation, and fandoms/fan practices.
Tom Hatton is a senior lecturer in psychology with a background teaching in ‘Sport & Exercise Psychology’ which he leads on the Level 5 elective modules in the BSc Psychology course. Tom is also a co-module leader of the level 4 research methods module at the start of the undergraduate courses as well. Tom’s research background has included research in mental health peer support with police officers and interest in positive psychology applied to mental health & sport and the use of sport & exercise psychology principles in Esports.
Dr Bethany Wainwright is a Senior Lecturer at Arden University. She completed her PhD at Lancaster University in 2020 - her thesis was entitled "Symbolic Understanding, Language Learning and Engagement in Autism Spectrum Condition - The Role of Interactivity." Bethany's research interests lie within developmental psychology and neurodiversity, and following her PhD she worked as an Autism Information Analyst at the National Autistic Society prior to joining Arden in 2022
"Kieron is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and he been lecturing at Arden since 2020. Prior to that, he completed a Psychology BSc and Health Psychology MSc at Coventry University as well as a PGCert in Research Practice with Birmingham City University. Currently, Kieron is completing a PhD at Birmingham City University exploring toxic behaviour within esports (competitive videogames) using qualitative research methods. Alongside his PhD, Kieron is also involved in research relating to eating disorders, specifically a phenomenon known as the 'Eating Disorder Voice'.
Nicola Bentham is senior lecturer within the school of psychology, focusing on the progression of our level 4 psychology students. Nicola, who started working at Arden in 2020 as an associate and then as a lecturer, leads the level 5 occupational psychology module for both blended and distance learning students.
After conducting extensive research and comparing various options, I chose Arden for several reasons: the degree is CIPD-accredited, I could study online, and the application/onboarding process was very structured and smooth. The training and guidance provided were excellent and helped me quickly establish a routine that worked well for me. The platform and modules are easy to understand and work with, and the support from teachers and other Arden staff was always prompt and professional.