Dr. Anna Sophie Jurgens

Assistant Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Anna Sophie Jurgens. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Anna-Sophie Jurgens is a Senior Lecturer in Science Communication at the Australian National University (ANU), where she also heads the Popsicule Science Pop Culture and Entertainment Hub. Her research primarily explores the cultural meanings of science as expressed through various forms of entertainment and public engagement, such as comic portrayals of mad scientists and the intersections of science with visual art forms like street art. With a PhD from Ludwig-Maximilians University, Jurgens's work often focuses on the humorous and critical dimensions of public understanding of science. She has co-authored works on the representation of women scientists in television comedy and engaged in numerous interdisciplinary projects aimed at enhancing science communication through innovative methods and aesthetics. Jurgens is committed to educational leadership and has received multiple awards for her contributions to science engagement and higher education, including a Vice-Chancellor's Award for enhancing learning and a fellow designation from the Higher Education Academy.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2011-07-01 — Present

Australian National University • Canberra, ACT, Australia

Lectures and conducts research in Science Communication, focusing on cultural interpretations and public engagement.

Awards

#

Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Programs Enhancing Learning

#

Falling Walls Engage Finalist

#

Fellow

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.