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Dr Michaela MacDonald

Michaela

Senior Lecturer in Law and Technology

Email: michaela.macdonald@qmul.ac.uk
Room Number: Engineering, Eng 204

Teaching

I am a Senior Lecturer in Law and Technology on the Joint Programme with BUPT, where I teach across a range of interdisciplinary modules at the intersection of law, business, and technology.
AI Law
This module introduces students to the core concepts and real-world applications of artificial intelligence, alongside the legal and governance frameworks shaping its development and deployment. Through case studies and comparative analysis, it explores critical issues such as data privacy, intellectual property, liability, and ethical implications of AI. Students will develop informed perspectives on regulatory approaches across different jurisdictions and gain skills in evaluating the societal and legal impact of AI technologies.
Product Development and Management
This module equips engineering students with the principles and practical skills needed to develop, manage, and deliver successful products from concept to market. It covers key areas such as user-centered design, project planning, innovation strategy, and lifecycle management. Through group-based activities, assignments and real-world case studies, students learn how to align technical development with customer needs, commercial goals, and sustainability considerations.
Through this broad and evolving teaching portfolio, I integrate legal scholarship with real-world industry insights to equip students with critical and future-facing knowledge.
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