Dr. Jie Chen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jie Chen is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia, where he teaches and researches transnational politics and international relations with a focus on Greater China. He received his Ph.D. from the Australian National University in 1995 and has published numerous works in various journals, including Asian Survey and Journal of Contemporary China. Chen has authored several books on topics such as Taiwan-China relations and has an extensive background in researching international NGOs' roles in China's socio-political development. His research interests also include transnational social movements and political opposition within the context of China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Chen has received multiple research grants to support his studies, and he coordinates numerous courses in global politics and international relations. He is a Level III accredited interpreter in Chinese and English, highlighting his proficiency in multiple languages. Chen continues to be active in research and teaching, contributing significantly to the field of political science and international relations in the Asia-Pacific region.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Teaching and researching transnational politics and international relations.

Lecturer

2001-01-01 — 2003-12-31

Adelaide University • Adelaide, Australia

Taught courses in politics.

Post-Doctoral Fellow

1997-01-01 — 2000-12-31

Monash Asia Institute • Melbourne, Australia

Conducted research in Asian studies.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
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:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.