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David Galley is a Research Fellow at Bournemouth University's Faculty of Health and Social Sciences. His work focuses on gender dynamics in social work, particularly examining the experiences of male students entering a female-majority field. He holds a PhD in Social Work from Bournemouth University and a PGCE in Post-Compulsory Education and Training from the University of Southampton.
- Education: BA (Hons) in Social Work (Bournemouth University, 2011), PGCE (University of Southampton, 2013)
Galley's research explores gender disparities, occupational identity formation, and qualitative research methodologies in social work education. His 2020 PhD thesis directly addresses these themes through empirical studies.
He is affiliated with several professional organizations:
- Higher Education Academy Fellow (2014-present)
- The British Sociological Association (2012-present)
- British Association of Social Workers (2010-present)
Galley received a Santander grant in 2014 for his work on gender representation in social work. His contributions extend to teaching sociology, social policy, and social work ethics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
