Gavin Millar

Gavin Millar serves as Senior Lecturer and Course Leader at Anglia Ruskin University's Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care within the School of Allied Health and Social Care. His expertise centers on Social Work and Social Policy with specialized focus on social work education, mental health practice, and advocacy for rights, equity, equality, diversity and inclusion.

His academic credentials include:

• EdD: Doctor of Education, Anglia Ruskin University
• PG Cert: Statutory Mental Health Law & Practice (AMHP), Anglia Ruskin University
• PG Cert: Learning & Teaching in Higher Education, Anglia Ruskin University
• MA: Advanced Practice & Planning, University of East Anglia
• Practice Educator Award, University of East Anglia
• Diploma: Social Work, Anglia Polytechnic University

Millar's research pioneers the Blended Theory Model—a metatheoretical framework developed through Participatory Action Research—to enhance theoretical synthesis and application across social work practice and education. His work critically examines learning methodologies and theoretical integration in professional contexts.

Professional recognition includes:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

As an active doctoral supervisor, he oversees PhD candidates while teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate social work curricula. His practice background spans forensic mental health settings, early intervention psychosis services, child protection, and discharge planning. Millar maintains active registration with Social Work England (SW29451) and continues to advance curriculum development through his course leadership role.