Dr. Ian Bruff

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ian Bruff is a critical political economist and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Politics at the University of Manchester. He has been involved in the academic field since 2013, serving as the Managing Editor for the Transforming Capitalism book series published by Rowman & Littlefield International. Bruff has contributed significantly to the European Sociological Association and the European International Studies Association, where he held leadership roles between 2009 and 2015. His research explores the materialities of experiences living under capitalism, examining theoretical and empirical issues surrounding neoliberal thought and the rise of authoritarian neoliberalism. Bruff has published extensively and mentored numerous doctoral and postdoctoral researchers. He currently supervises four PhD students with projects addressing critical socio-economic issues in urban spaces and the impacts of neoliberal policies across various regions including the UK, Italy, and Turkey. His teaching includes convening modules in Global Political Economy and emphasizing cross-disciplinary approaches to political studies.

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Experience

Senior Lecturer

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, England

Senior Lecturer in the Department of Politics, teaching and supervising research in political economy and neoliberalism.

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
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:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.