Professor Jennifer Hallam is Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students at the University of Manchester, where she leads the University's education strategy and student experience portfolio. A psychologist by training, her expertise spans assessment, digital education, learning analytics and the responsible integration of artificial intelligence in higher education. Previously Professor of Assessment and Educational Advancement at the University of Leeds, Professor Hallam has led nationally recognised work on assessment reform, educational innovation and the use of AI to enhance learning, feedback and student success. Her research combines psychometrics, behavioural science and mixed methods approaches to improve educational quality and outcomes.  

Professor Hallam works extensively across the higher education and professional education sectors, contributing to policy development and sector-wide initiatives on digital transformation, assessment and emerging technologies. She is a strong advocate for widening participation, student success and ensuring that AI is adopted in ways that are ethical, inclusive and educationally meaningful.