Dr. Jason Brownlee

Professor

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Biography

Jason Brownlee is a Professor at the University of Texas at Austin where he specializes in comparative politics, democracy, and development. He has authored several significant publications including 'Authoritarianism in the Age of Democratization' and 'Democracy Prevention: The Politics of the U.S.-Egyptian Alliance'. His research focuses on the challenges of democracy and development in developing OECD countries. In addition to his academic contributions through books, his articles have been published in renowned journals such as the American Journal of Political Science and World Politics. He actively teaches courses on issues of governance and political economy, addressing the implications of authoritarianism and the dynamics of freedom in South Asia and the Middle East. Professor Brownlee’s work emphasizes not only theoretical advancements in political science but also empirical studies that add to the understanding of regime dynamics and democratic transitions.

Research Interests

Courses

GOV 312L • Issues & Policies Amer Gov ANS 384 • War/Freedom S Asia/Mid East GOV 390L • War/Freedom S Asia/Mid East GOV 355M • Polit Economy Repression GOV 365I • Authoritarianism

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.