Dr Mohammed Akinwunmi-Othman

• Qualifications:LLM, PgCertRes; PhD, SFHEA
• Position:Senior Lecturer Policing
• Telephone:+441173281249

About me

Profile Overview

Dr Mohammed Akinwunmi-Othman is a distinguished academic with nearly three decades of experience in higher education, spanning Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. He brings a student-centred philosophy to teaching, underpinned by a commitment to inclusive, transformative education. Holding a Doctorate in Law and a Senior Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). He has consistently demonstrated excellence in pedagogy, research, and academic leadership. His career reflects a deep engagement with diverse socio-cultural and multilingual communities, fostering global perspectives in legal and policing education. He is passionate about empowering future leaders through innovative curriculum design, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Key Achievements

• 29 years of academic service across three continents.
• Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA).
• Extensive experience in curriculum development, programme leadership, and academic governance.
• Proven research and publication record in constitutional law, human rights, and international legal systems.
• Successful supervision and mentorship of postgraduate and undergraduate research students.
• Active contributor to interdisciplinary and collaborative research initiatives.

Research Interests and Expertise

Dr Akinwunmi-Othman’s scholarly interests lie at the intersection of law, policing, and global governance. His areas of expertise include:

• Policing and Criminology
• Constitutional and Public Law
• Human Rights and International Law
• Transnational Legal Systems
• Globalisation and Legal Reform
• Pedagogical Innovation in Higher Education
• English Legal System and Legal Theory

Professional Engagement

• Open to supervising postgraduate research students.
• Committed to collaborative research and knowledge exchange.
• Actively engaged in professional development and lifelong learning.

Personal Interests

Outside academia, he enjoys:

• International travel and cultural exploration
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• Networking and community engagement
• Photography and creative arts
• Sports and physical wellbeing
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Area of expertise

Dr Mohammed Akinwunmi-Othman’s academic and research expertise spans a broad spectrum of legal and policing disciplines, reflecting a deep commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship and practical application. His core areas include:

• Policing and Criminology
  Focused on contemporary policing practices, criminal justice systems, and ethical law enforcement, with an emphasis on community engagement and professional standards.

• Constitutional and Public Law
  Specialising in the structures, principles, and functions of government, including the protection of civil liberties and the rule of law.

• Human Rights and International Human Rights Law
  Engaged in the study and advocacy of global human rights frameworks, legal protections, and the role of international institutions in safeguarding fundamental freedoms.

• International and Transnational Law
  Exploring legal systems beyond national boundaries, including treaties, global governance, and the impact of legal pluralism in a globalised world.

• Globalisation and Legal Reform
  Investigating the influence of global economic, political, and cultural forces on legal systems, with a focus on reform, adaptation, and legal harmonisation.

• English Legal System
  Providing foundational and advanced insights into the principles, institutions, and processes that underpin the legal framework of England and Wales.

• Pedagogical Practice in Legal Education
  Committed to innovative teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and student-centred learning in higher education.

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