Dr. Ellie Wang

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Biography

Ellie Wang is a PhD candidate at Macquarie University specializing in International Studies. She has a Master of Research in Political Science and a Master of Arts in International Relations and International Communication. Currently, she works as a Research Associate at the Soft Power Analysis Resource Centre. Her doctoral research focuses on diasporic diplomacy within the context of global political crises, examining value-based communication through an axiological lens that evaluates affection, utility, aesthetics, and morality in public diplomacy messaging. Her research interests include international affairs, middle power diplomacy, national image, and soft power-related studies. Ellie also engages with AI technologies to explore their philosophical and practical implications. She has held various external academic affiliations and received multiple awards for her excellence in research, including the ACBC NSW Young Professional Ambassador award.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2023-01-01 — Present

Soft Power Analysis Resource Centre • Sydney, Australia

Research Associate focusing on soft power and international diplomacy.

Research Fellow

2023-04-17 — 2023-05-15

Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Contributing to research initiatives related to international relations.

Academic Affiliate

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Collaborating on research publications.

Research Assistant

2019-04-01 — 2019-09-30

Seoul National University • Seoul, South Korea

Assisted in research projects pertaining to international policy.

Awards

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ACBC NSW Young Professional Ambassador

2019-01-01
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Highest Achiever in International Relations of the Middle East

2017-01-01
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Highest Achiever in Research Methods in Politics and International Relations

2023-04-06

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).