Dr. Ghodratollah Behboudi Nejad

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ghodratollah Behboudi Nejad is a Visiting Scholar at Carleton University’s Institute of European, Russian and Eurasian Studies. He holds an M.Phil and Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University, focusing on the geopolitical dynamics of the South Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Caspian Sea region. His research interests center on EU foreign policy, governance in the Middle East, and the political dynamics between major global players, including China, the United States, India, Iran, and Saudi Arabia. Nejad has authored several significant publications, investigating the implications of major powers' economic and geopolitical strategies in Central Asia, energy politics in Kazakhstan, and the nuanced challenges of the China-Iran strategic partnership. His work critically analyzes the impact of globalization on ethnic groups, the role of international agreements in shaping Iran's gas market post-nuclear deal, and explores the regional rivalries affecting European interests. Nejad's ongoing research continues to contribute to the understanding of international relations in these geopolitically sensitive areas.

Research Interests

Experience

Visiting Scholar

— Present

Carleton University • Ottawa, Canada

Conducting research and teaching in the field of international relations, with a focus on EU foreign policy and regional governance.

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
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  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.