Dr. Benjamin Smith

Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Smith is a Professor of Latin American History at the University of Warwick, with a focus on Mexican history, particularly the social dynamics of the 19th and 20th centuries. He has extensively researched grassroots politics in Mexico, concentrating on indigenous communities in Oaxaca. His work encompasses themes of indigenous politics, Catholicism, conservatism, and the dynamics of the narcotics trade. Before his current role, he served as Reader and Associate Professor at Warwick and held positions at Michigan State University. Smith is the author of several significant publications, including 'Dope: Real History of the Mexican Drug Trade' and 'Pistoleros and Popular Movements: Politics and State Formation in Postrevolutionary Oaxaca'. He provides courses on Latin American history, with in-depth explorations of Mexican history and global organized crime insights. Aligned with his academic pursuits, Smith engages in literary work as a literary agent, expanding his impact on the discourse around drugs and politics in Mexico through various publications and public appearances.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Teaching Latin American History, focusing on Mexican history and the impact of organized crime.

Reader

— Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Oversaw a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Latin American History.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Warwick • Coventry, England

Focused on Mexican History and politics.

Assistant/Associate Professor

— Present

Michigan State University • East Lansing, USA

Taught courses related to Mexican History.

Courses

Latin America: Themes Problems Modern Mexico Global History of Organized Crime

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.