Mr Gavin Palmer

Joint Venture Affiliate

The College

+44 (0) 1792 205678 ext 1103

gavin.palmer@swansea.ac.uk

About

I joined The College in September 2019 to teach and assess on the Critical Thinking module and, since February ’21, the Foundations of Psychology module. I have also taught for the Philosophy department at Trinity St. David, Lampeter in ethics, political philosophy, human rights and Wittgenstein.

I have 20 years experience teaching A level Philosophy in a further education college and possess a BA Social Sciences (Joint Hons), a Politics and History (Bristol Polytechnic), PGCE in History (University of Bath), MA History of Philosophy (Cardiff University). This experience in academia is something which will hopefully have a positive effect on your learning experience here at The College

Areas Of Expertise

Critical Thinking
Social Sciences - Sociology, Politics, History
Philosophy - Ethics, Politics, c.20/21 continental philosophy
Educational Theory

Taught Modules

HUM101 Mass Communication

This module provides students with knowledge of the fundamental aspects of mass communication. It offers an introduction to concepts used in media discourse and, in particular, how these are used in discussions of the media and reality. Communication is a central theme throughout the module and the different forms this may take in a culture e.g. film, TV, semiotics and advertising.
HUM104 Critical Thinking

¿ Fundamentals of critical thinking in everyday life. ¿ Advanced forms of logistical reasoning. ¿ Issues of neutrality, bias and vested interests. ¿ Exploring the key criteria of credibility. ¿ An analysis of corroboration.
HUM104L Critical Thinking

¿ Fundamentals of critical thinking in everyday life. ¿ Advanced forms of logistical reasoning. ¿ Issues of neutrality, bias and vested interests. ¿ Exploring the key criteria of credibility. ¿ An analysis of corroboration.
HUM105 Applied Critical Thinking

The module provides students with the fundamental knowledge base and intellectual skills associated with thinking critically. This module provides an understanding of the basic requirements for building and consolidating a reasoned argument. Great focus is placed on the issue of the credibility of ideas and texts.
HUM105L Applied Critical Thinking

The module provides students with the fundamental knowledge base and intellectual skills associated with thinking critically. This module provides an understanding of the basic requirements for building and consolidating a reasoned argument. Great focus is placed on the issue of the credibility of ideas and texts.
LAA004 Critical Thinking

¿ Fundamentals of critical thinking in everyday life. ¿ Advanced forms of logistical reasoning. ¿ Issues of neutrality, bias and vested interests. ¿ Exploring the key criteria of credibility. ¿ An analysis of corroboration.
LAW004 Critical Thinking

¿ Fundamentals of critical thinking in everyday life. ¿ Advanced forms of logistical reasoning. ¿ Issues of neutrality, bias and vested interests. ¿ Exploring the key criteria of credibility. ¿ An analysis of corroboration.
PMA1019 Mass Communication

This module provides students with knowledge of the fundamental aspects of mass communication. An introduction to concepts used in media discourse, the history of mass media and media literacy, discussions of the media and reality. How can we read the art of the cinematic film and promotional mass media? Giving you skills for further researching the media.
PSY000 Foundations of Psychology

This module provides an introduction to the discipline of psychology beginning with the historical foundations, understanding psychology as a science and the key concepts underpinning the subject. The module will cover some of the classic debates, examine some of the myths and misconceptions, and explore some of the seminal studies that were critical in the development of psychology as a science.
SCI112 Foundations of Psychology

This module provides an introduction to the discipline of psychology beginning with the historical foundations, understanding psychology as a science and the key concepts underpinning the subject. The module will cover some of the classic debates, examine some of the myths and misconceptions, and explore some of the seminal studies that were critical in the development of psychology as a science.

Mr Gavin Palmer

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Taught Modules

HUM101 Mass Communication

HUM104 Critical Thinking

HUM104L Critical Thinking

HUM105 Applied Critical Thinking

HUM105L Applied Critical Thinking

LAA004 Critical Thinking

LAW004 Critical Thinking

PMA1019 Mass Communication

PSY000 Foundations of Psychology

SCI112 Foundations of Psychology