Joe Allison

Dr Joe Allison is a Lecturer in Clinical Education at the Peninsula Medical School, University of Plymouth, where he has been actively contributing for over 15 years. In addition to his teaching role, he serves as a Visiting Specialist for the Doctoral College, supporting postgraduate researchers. His work bridges clinical education, academic development, and sustainability in higher education.

His research interests center on clinical and higher education pedagogy, with a focus on postgraduate writing, critical thinking, and sustainability. He has led writing workshops and established a writing group for doctoral candidates, emphasizing scholarly communication. His academic contributions reflect a commitment to innovative teaching and curriculum development.

His recent publications highlight interdisciplinary research in sustainability education and critical thinking, particularly through visual imagery and problem-based learning. These works demonstrate sustained engagement with pedagogical innovation across medical and engineering education contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

Advising and Grants: Joe Allison has contributed to postgraduate supervision, notably as a supervisor for a doctoral thesis on critical thinking. He actively supports research students through writing initiatives and institutional programs, though no formal grants are mentioned in the text.

Labs and Teams: He previously led the Learning Development Team at the University of Plymouth and continues to collaborate through the Doctoral College, fostering academic writing and research skills among postgraduate students.