Dr. Elizabeth Maber

Associate Professor

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Biography

Liz Maber is an Associate Professor in Sociology of Education at the University of Cambridge. Her teaching and research focus on the multidimensional and interconnected relationships among education, conflict, and gender, particularly in contexts of displacement, armed conflict, and authoritarianism. With a background as a teacher and consultant in international education development, Liz has worked in various countries including Tunisia, Chile, Myanmar, and Thailand. Her recent academic work examines the diverse influences on formal and non-formal education practices and how they contribute to social transformation. This includes a focus on women's civil society organizations in conflict situations. Liz’s research interests also include education in emergencies, social justice, inclusivity in educational policy reforms, and qualitative research methods.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.