Overview
Dr. Faizan Ahmad is a Lecturer in Computer Science at Cardiff School of Technologies, Cardiff Metropolitan University. Prior to joining Cardiff Met, Dr. Faizan worked as a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor/Founding Director of the Research Centre for Human-Computer Interaction (2018-2022) and Research Associate (2010-2011) in a well-reputed university of Pakistan where they were responsible for curriculum design, teaching, research, supervisory, moderation, and consultancy in human-computer interaction domain. Dr. Faizan received their Ph.D. in Computer Science and Technology from the Institute of Computing Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2017, and their M.Eng. (Distinction) in Computer Applied Technology from the School of Computer Science and Engineering, Beihang University in 2013.
With a broad teaching background in computer science to diverse audiences (e.g., face-to-face, online, and apprenticeship), Dr. Faizan Ahmad have successfully planned, developed, and led modules in the domains of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Games, Web, and Mobile Application Development. Dr. Faizan’s technical expertise spans from foundational subjects such as Programming Fundamentals to advanced topics like Usability and Interaction Design.
Dr. Faizan Ahmad’s research focuses on advancing Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence and AI-driven personalised learning within the context of Smart Learning Environments, Immersive Education Technologies, and Industry 5.0. Dr. Faizan is particularly interested in designing emotionally adaptive, cognitively engaging systems that integrate Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Gamification, and Multimodal Learning Analytics. A core strand of their work explores the use of emerging technologies such as Digital Twins and the Metaverse to create scalable, inclusive, and personalised educational experiences. Through this interdisciplinary lens, they aim to develop intelligent learning systems that respond to learners’ behavioural, emotional, and performance data in real time, enhancing both learner engagement and pedagogical impact.
Research Publications
Exploring the impact of virtual reality on museum experiences: visitor immersion and experience consequences
Jangra, S., Singh, G., Mantri, A., Ahmed, Z., Liew, T. W. & Ahmad, F., 16 May 2025, In: Virtual Reality. 29, 2, 84.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Cringe, lit, or mid: affective and cognitive effects of youth slang in an educational chatbot
Liew, T. W., Tan, S. M., Pang, W. M., Gan, C. L., Chan, T. J. & Ahmad, F., 25 Apr 2025, In: Acta Psychologica. 256, p. 105036 105036.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Inquiry based learning in software engineering education: exploring students’ multiple inquiry levels in a programming course
Ahmed, S., Bukhari, S. A. H., Ahmad, A., Rehman, O., Ahmad, F., Ahsan, K. & Liew, T. W., 21 Mar 2025, In: Frontiers in Education. 10, 1503996.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Exploring Game-Based Inquiry Learning Application in a Maritime Science Museum: A Visitors’ Perspective
Ahmed, S., Zeeshan, M., Parsons, D., Rehman, O., Ahmed, Z., Ahmad, A. & Ahmad, F., 25 Feb 2025, In: Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies. 2025, 1, 8284489.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Motivation, Engagement, and Performance in Two Distinct Modes of Brain Games: A Mixed Methods Study in Children
Ahmad, F., Ahmed, Z., Obaid, I., Shaheen, M., Rahman, H., Singh, G. & Anjum, M. J., 11 Dec 2024, In: International Journal of Human-Computer Interaction. p. 1-15 15 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Harnessing hybrid deep learning approach for personalized retrieval in e-learning
Tahir, S., Hafeez, Y., Humayun, M., Ahmad, F., Khan, M. & Shaheen, M., 13 Nov 2024, In: PLoS ONE. 19, 11, p. e0308607 e0308607.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Internet of things (IoT) based saffron cultivation system in greenhouse
Khan, R., Farooq, M. S., Khelifi, A., Ahmad, U., Ahmad, F. & Riaz, S., 29 Sept 2024, In: Scientific Reports. 14, 1, p. 22589 1 p., 22589.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
A robust algorithm for authenticated health data access via blockchain and cloud computing
Shahzad, A., Chen, W., Shaheen, M., Zhang, Y. & Ahmad, F., 23 Sept 2024, In: PLoS ONE. 19, 9, p. e0307039 e0307039.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Alexa, add some magic to my shopping cart! The effects of perceived intelligence and anthropomorphism on voice commerce technology acceptance
Liew, T. W., Tan, S.-M., Gan, C. L., Ahmad, F., Lee, Y. Y. & Chong, X. Y., 18 Sept 2024, Proceedings - 2024 4th International Conference on Computer Communication and Information Systems, CCCIS 2024. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., Vol. 19. p. 59-65 7 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review
Exploring the use of gamification in human-centered agile-based requirements engineering
Fatima, A., Shaheen, A., Ahmed, S., Fazal, B., Ahmad, F., Liew, T. W. & Ahmed, Z., 6 Aug 2024, In: Frontiers in Computer Science. 6, 1442081.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review