Neil Galway

Neil Galway is a Senior Lecturer in Planning and Education at Queen's University Belfast's School of Natural and Built Environment, where he serves as Director of Postgraduate Studies. His career bridges academic leadership with over a decade of experience as a chartered town planner in Northern Ireland.

• Coordinates MSc Planning and Development and MSc City Planning and Design programs
• Leads international field trip modules informed by his PhD research

Research Focus: Combines planning for inclusive places with critical heritage studies, analyzing how urban design impacts marginalized communities and post-conflict narratives. His work spans urban areas in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Scientific Contributions:

• Recipient of 5 notable awards including external examiner roles and community design grants
• Specializes in urban policy, accessibility studies, and heritage interventions

Educational Philosophy: Advocates for experiential learning through live projects and fieldwork. Coordinates modules like International Planning Studies (EVP7015) and Conservation of the Built Environment (EVP3004).