samira.hasanzade@glasgow.ac.uk

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Samira is a PhD Candidate in Education at the University of Glasgow with 20+ years of experience in higher education leadership, curriculum design, and educational assessment. Her work bridges research, teaching, and policy, from leading national exam reforms and cultural exchange programs to developing inclusive curricula that improve student success.
Her research focuses on Peace Education and innovative methods of teaching peace, including artistic, intercultural, and experiential approaches that promote dialogue, resilience, and inclusive learning. Samira is passionate about building fair, innovative, and globally connected education systems that not only improve academic outcomes but also empower learners to contribute to more peaceful and inclusive societies.

Adjunct Lecturer, Azerbaijan State Pedagogical University (Curriculum Design) - 2022-2023

Adjunct Lecturer, Western-Caspian University (Educational Psycology, Social Sciences, Curriculum Design) - 2018-2023

Prior to commencing her PhD studies, Samira held a series of senior positions:

• Project Manager, T-Network – Platform for Educators, Azerbaijan (2022–2023)
• Deputy Director, CSMT, Ministry of Culture, Azerbaijan (2020–2023)
• Head of Sector, Strategic Research and Project Management, State Examination Center, Azerbaijan (2016–2017)
• Head of Sector, Department of Assessment Materials, State Students Admission Commission, Azerbaijan (2006–2016)

Samira is currently involved in a project on Women entrepreneurs at the Student Enterprise, Research Strategy & Innovation Service of the University of Glasgow.

She also volunteers as President of the Azerbaijan Society at the University of Glasgow.