Dr. David Lundie

Biography

David Lundie joined the School of Social & Environmental Sustainability in 2019 after previously holding positions as Associate Professor of Philosophy at Liverpool Hope University and Faculty Director of Research at Plymouth Marjon University. He serves as the Associate Editor for the British Journal of Religious Education and has a keen interest in Religious Moral Education with a focus on the Roman Catholic tradition. His recent research project, funded by the Culham St Gabriel's Trust, aimed at overcoming barriers to effective Religious Education for students from disadvantaged backgrounds and developed community practices between faith institutions and educational settings. Lundie's involvement in the Westminster Faith Debates highlights his dedication to renewing the relationship between faith and education, influencing public policies regarding parental rights in Religious Education. His doctoral research, part of the AHRC/ESRC funded project 'Does Religious Education Work?', explored the contribution of Religious Education to community cohesion and intercultural dialogue in UK schools. Lundie's academic publications and ongoing projects address topics like values, governance in schools, and counter-extremism efforts, including a British Academy funded initiative recommending multi-agency collaboration in education. His future work involves examining through ethnographic and psychological lenses how schools cultivate values of liberty and respect among students amid increasingly complex societal challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Awards