Our People at School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences
Professor Kurt Langfeld - Dean
Prior to joining Western Sydney University as Dean for CDMS in 2024, Professor Langfeld held the position of Professor in Theoretical Physics and Head of the School of Mathematics at the University of Leeds.
Professor Langfeld brings extensive experience and expertise to Western Sydney University, having held several significant senior leadership roles in academia. While his primary research area is fundamental particle physics, his work encompasses a wide range of areas, including numerical simulations of quantum field theories and statistical systems. In recent years, Professor Langfeld has expanded his research focus to include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, and Statistical Learning, building on his established connections and exploring opportunities for impactful research.
Professor Langfeld has published over 100 scientific papers and is a frequent presenter at conferences and seminars. He is also strongly committed to excellence in teaching and the student experience. Professor Langfeld’s extensive experience is combined with his forward-thinking approach to research and education.
CDMS Leadership
Key People in our School
Dean's Unit
Dean |
(02) 9685 9236 Dean.SCDMS@westernsydney.edu.au |
Deputy Dean |
(02) 9685 9439 j.ginige@westernsydney.edu.au |
School Manager |
(02) 4736 0560 c.steinhoff@westernsydney.edu.au |
Associate Deans and Centre Directors
Associate Dean, Engagement |
(02) 9685 9665 a.maurushat@westernsydney.edu.au |
Associate Dean, Research |
(02) 9685 9374 y.guo@westernsydney.edu.au |
Associate Dean, International |
(02) 9685 9615 A.Hol@westernsydney.edu.auu |
Honorary Associate Dean, International |
(02) 9685 9460 k.matawie@westernsydney.edu.au |
Associate Dean, Learning and Teaching |
(02) 9685 9065 l.park@westernsydney.edu.au |
Associate Dean, Graduate Studies |
(02) 9685 9328 q.nguyen@westernsydney.edu.au |
Director, Centre for Research in Mathematics and Data Science |
(02) 9685 9429 o.obst@westernsydney.edu.au |
Discipline Leaders
Discipline Leader - Computing |
(02) 9685 9181 b.javadi@westernsydney.edu.au |
Discipline Leader - Mathematics and Data Science |
(02) 9685 9065 l.park@westernsydney.edu.au |
Information and Communications Technology, Directors of Academic Programs (DAPs) and Academic Program Advisors (APAs)
DAP - Undergraduate |
(02) 4620 3834 e.crawford@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Undergraduate - Campbelltown |
(02) 4620 3162 h.bjering@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Undergraduate - Parramatta |
(02) 9685 9585 n.sheppard@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Undergraduate - Penrith | Z.Lu@westernsydney.edu.au |
DAP - Postgraduate |
(02) 9685 9283 w.si@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Postgraduate Coursework |
(02) 9685 9233 j.yang@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Postgraduate Research (MICT) |
(02) 9685 9460 k.matawie@westernsydney.edu.au |
Computer Science, Directors of Academic Programs (DAPs) and Academic Program Advisors (APAs)
DAP |
(02) 4736 2335 y.bai@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Parramatta |
(02) 9685 4619 r.tague@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Penrith | z.lu@westernsydney.edu.au |
Data Science, Directors of Academic Programs (DAPs) and Academic Program Advisors (APAs)
DAP |
(02) 9685 9054 rosalind.wang@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA |
(02) 9685 9929 g.intepe@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Postgraduate Research (MDS) |
(02) 9685 9460 k.matawie@westernsydney.edu.au |
Information Systems and Entrepreneurship, Directors of Academic Programs (DAPs) and Academic Program Advisors (APAs)
DAP |
(02) 9685 9382 k.bajaj@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA |
(02) 9685 9585 n.sheppard@westernsydney.edu.au |
Artificial Intelligence, Directors of Academic Programs (DAPs) and Academic Program Advisors (APAs)
DAP and APA |
(02) 4736 0009 d.zhang@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Postgraduate Research (MAI) |
(02) 9685 9460 k.matawie@westernsydney.edu.au |
Mathematics and Statistics, Directors of Academic Programs (DAPs) and Academic Program Advisors (APAs)
DAP |
(02) 4736 2688 v.gebhardt@westernsydney.edu.au |
DAP - Interdisciplinary Teaching |
(02) 4620 3404 s.weissenhofer@westernsydney.edu.au |
APA - Interdisciplinary Teaching |
(02) 4736 0950 M.Tavakol@westernsydney.edu.au |
Further contact details for School of Computing, Data and Mathematical Sciences can be found in the University Staff Profiles.
WSU Contact Email: studenthub@westernsydney.edu.au
Domestic Contact Number: 1300 668 370 (Monday–Friday, 9am-5pm)
International Contact Number: +61 2 9852 5656 (Monday–Friday, 9am-5pm)
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