Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. George Lawson. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.
George Lawson's work is oriented around relationship history theory with a particular interest in global historical sociology. He applies this interest to the study of revolutions, as showcased in his books: 'Anatomies of Revolution' (2019), 'Negotiated Revolutions: Czech Republic, South Africa, Chile' (2005), and 'Revolutions: Unruly Politics in the Contemporary World' (2022), co-authored with Colin Beck, Mlada Bukavansky, Erica Chenoweth, Sharon Nepstad, and Daniel Ritter. Lawson investigates the debates surrounding the history-theory of global modernity, notably through his co-authored book with Barry Buzan, which charts the significant dynamics of contemporary international relations with roots tracing back to 19th century global transformation. His research interests focus on processes of radical change, especially revolutions, and he is engaged in historical sociology, particularly in analyzing global modernity and the relationship between history and international relations theory.
Australian National University • Canberra, Australia
Teaching and researching in the Department of International Relations, focusing on historical sociology and revolutions.
Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.