Gulf Medical University (GMU) is pleased to announce that Dr. Farah Azhar, Lecturer in Medical Education and MHPE Program Coordinator, has been conferred the Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) by Advance HE, UK. The Fellowship recognizes sustained, evidence-based excellence in teaching, learning support, and educational leadership aligned with the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF).
Dr. Farah’s Fellowship portfolio demonstrated clear impact across the UKPSF areas of activity, core knowledge, and professional values. Her work spans problem-based learning (PBL) facilitation, curriculum design and review for the MHPE programme, mentorship of undergraduate and postgraduate learners, Course Chair of Medical Education and Lifelong Learning course, faculty development and scholarly contributions in various domains of Health Professions Education.
“I am honoured to receive the Fellowship recognition from Advance HE. This milestone affirms my commitment to learner-centred, evidence-informed practice and to aligning GMU’s teaching with international standards. I look forward to progressing towards Senior Fellowship (SFHEA).” — Dr. Farah Azhar
Dr. Farah’s Fellowship underscores GMU’s strategic emphasis on educational excellence and social accountability. We congratulate her on this achievement and welcome her continued leadership in faculty development and learner success.” — [Quotation for approval from University leadership]
Building on this recognition, Dr. Farah will further support Fellowship pathways (AFHEA/FHEA/SFHEA) for faculty colleagues within GMU. Collectively, these efforts will advance GMU’s strategic priorities in educational excellence, faculty development, and students’ success.