Dr. James Phillips

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Phillips is an Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales, with extensive background in comparative literature and philosophy. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Queensland, followed by a Master’s degree in Comparative Literature and Critical Theory from Monash University. He earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Tasmania in 2002. His research interests include philosophy of fiction, drawing on concepts from Kant and Heidegger. Phillips has held various prestigious positions, including Vice-Chancellor's postdoctoral fellow and ARC Australian Research Fellow. He has been a visiting research fellow at the Institute of Advanced Studies in Humanities in Edinburgh and the National Humanities Center in North Carolina. His publication record includes notable translated works, such as 'Tragic Play: Irony, Theater, Sophocles, Beckett' published by Columbia University Press and 'Philosophy, Exaggeration' released by Continuum. Phillips teaches courses in political philosophy, aesthetics, and German philosophy, guiding both master’s and doctoral students in their research endeavors.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Engaged in research, teaching, and supervision in the philosophy domain.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
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