Dr. Alex De Waal

Professor

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Biography

Alex de Waal is a Professorial Research Fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science, specializing in the Horn of Africa, particularly in Sudan and South Sudan. He has worked extensively on the subjects of humanitarian crises, conflict resolution, mediation, and peacebuilding. De Waal has served as an advisor to the African Union mediation team in Darfur and has been involved with the African Union High Level Implementation Panel for Sudan. His research contributions are notable in the field of conflict studies, with a focus on the political, social, and economic dimensions of humanitarian interventions. He has authored several influential publications, including critical analyses that address the interplay of power, money, and politics in the region. De Waal's work has garnered recognition for its in-depth insights into the complexities of the conflicts in the Horn of Africa and has shaped understandings of international responses to these crises.

Research Interests

Experience

Executive Director

2016-01-01 — Present

World Peace Foundation • London

Leading initiatives focused on peace and conflict resolution in various global contexts.

Research Programme Director

2015-01-01 — Present

Conflict Research Programme • London

Overseeing research directed at understanding and addressing causes and consequences of conflict.

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
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Specialization Notes

Standard English requirement applies to most programs in Geography, Anthropology, Sociology, and Media.