Dr. Elham is an experienced academic and researcher with a Ph.D. in Computer Science and over 15 years of teaching and leadership in higher education. Her areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Natural Language Processing, and Software Engineering.
Throughout her career, Dr. Elham has contributed to academic program development, curriculum innovation, and the advancement of computing education. Her research focuses on smart meter analytics, deep learning, and intelligent systems, and she has maintained a strong publication record in leading journals and conferences.
Dr. Elham is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA, UK) and is deeply committed to bridging theory and practice, mentoring the next generation of researchers, and leading collaborative projects at the intersection of AI, data, and secure systems.
- Computer programming languages (Java, Python)
- Data structures and algorithms
-Deep learning
-Data visualization(Master course)
- NLP(Master course)
_computer vision(Master's course)
-Research methodology (Master's course)
-full-stack web development
-cloud computing
-NPT(Network penetration)
-Advanced web programming (Laravel and Symphony)
- Machine learning and AI
-Data Managment and Analysis
- Discrete mathematics
- Probability and statistics
- Operating systems
- Database systems
Assistant Professor, Bahrain Polytechnic : Sept 2024 –July 2025- Contributed to BSc Data Science curriculum development. - Led design and approval of postgraduate AI course. - Committee roles: Academic Standards, Program Development. - Student mentoring and strategic academic planning.
Associate Professor & Department Head, British University of Bahrain Sept 2022 – Sept 2024 -
Led programs in Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Computer Science. - Developed strategic academic plans; collaborated with University of Salford. - Oversaw faculty performance, program delivery, and student retention. - Supervised 20+ graduation projects; delivered 80 credits. - Directed accreditation processes with QA teams.
Lecturer, British University of Bahrain Aug 2019 – Sept 2022 - Taught courses: Programming, OOP, Data Structures, Python, Linux, AI, Data Mining, Deep Learning, Client-Server Development, Mobile App Dev, HCI. - Supervised final-year projects aligned with industry challenges.
Head of IM Department, AMA International University Sept 2013 – Jan 2016 Faculty Member, College of Computer Studies,
AMA International University Jan 2008 – Sept 2013
Industry Experience :
System Developer & DBA, HAJ Consultation
Aug 2008 – Jan 2009
Programmer & System Admin, Al Hussam International
Sept 2007 – Aug 2008
IT Help Desk,
Al Hussam International, Sept 2006 – Sept 2007
Computer Instructor (Part-Time),
Fastrake Bahrain: Sept 2006 – Aug 2007
