Dr. David Motadel

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Motadel is an Associate Professor in the Department of International History at the London School of Economics and Political Science. He specializes in modern European history and the global entanglements of Europe. A notable author, his book 'Islam and the European Empires' published by Oxford University Press examines the historical interplay between Islam and European powers. His scholarship is underscored by a commitment to comparative history, analyzing European relations with the wider world through extensive archival research across different continents. He has co-edited numerous works, including 'Global Bourgeoisie: The Rise of Middle Classes in the Age of Empire' and 'Revolutionary World: Global Upheaval in the Modern Age', contributing significantly to the discourse in global history. His research outputs have not only appeared in prestigious journals such as the American Historical Review and Journal of Global History but also engage with contemporary issues through essays in major publications like The Guardian and the New York Review of Books. Motadel has held various visiting academic positions, enhancing his profile as a significant contributor to the field of history and global studies. He received the prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize in History in 2018, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the discipline.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London

Teaching and supervising students in the Department of International History.

Assistant Professor

2016-01-01 — 2019-01-01

London School of Economics and Political Science • London

Conducted research and taught courses in international history.

Research Fellow

2010-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Gonville and Caius College, University of Cambridge • Cambridge

Engaged in research in history.

Awards

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Philip Leverhulme Prize

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Fraenkel Prize

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Walter Laqueur Prize

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Prince Consort Prize

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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