Ruqayah Iqbal

Psychology with Counselling graduate from The Open University on a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree pathway, currently awaiting final classification following completion of the final Stage 3 module. Academic performance to date places overall achievement within a possible First-Class or upper Second-Class honours classification range. Combines academic psychology training with four years of teaching experience working with teenagers and adult women in educational and community settings.

Experienced in lesson planning, teaching delivery, mentoring, communication and adapting teaching approaches for learners of different ages and abilities. Also completed an Aalimiyyah degree in Islamic Theology at Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria, Bradford, achieving a 2:1 classification. Developed strong knowledge and practical academic skills in psychological research methods, behavioural analysis, counselling theory, quantitative and qualitative methodologies, critical evaluation of literature and statistical analysis using SPSS.

Islamic Studies Teacher and Educator - Educational and Community Settings

Four years' experience teaching teenagers and adult women

• Plans and delivers structured lessons across varying ages and educational levels
• Adapts explanations and teaching methods to suit different learning styles and abilities
• Develops positive, respectful, and engaging learning environments
• Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills in both group and one-to-one settings
• Provides academic guidance, mentoring, and learner support
• Maintains professionalism, organisation, and effective classroom management
• Balances teaching responsibilities alongside higher education study

BSc (Hons) - Psychology with Counselling (BPS Accredited) - The Open University

Aalimiyyah Degree - Islamic Theology - Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria, Bradford A Levels - Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria, Bradford

GCSEs - Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria, Bradford