Dr. James Sparks

Professor

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Biography

James Sparks is a Professor at the Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford, and a Fellow of Oriel College. His research focuses on Mathematical Physics, Theoretical Physics, and Geometry, particularly in the areas of supersymmetric field theories and supergravity. Sparks has made significant contributions to the understanding of AdS/CFT correspondence and the geometric structures that arise in string theory. His recent work includes the development of the theory of equivariant localization in supergravity, as well as explorations of special holonomy manifolds and Sasaki-Einstein manifolds. He has previously lectured on various topics in Quantum and Classical Mechanics.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.