Dr. Jimmy Van

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Biography

Jimmy teaches writing and literary studies at Macquarie University, showing a strong interest in the manifestation of Western and Eastern myths in literature. He is currently researching the influence of myths in fantasy and crime fiction genres. His teaching includes courses such as Grammar and Writing, Writing Popular Genre Fiction, Writing Past: Building New Worlds, Digital Creative Writing, and Research in Creative Writing. Jimmy has been involved in various projects, including activities that integrate students and co-creators in learning, exemplified by the Lighthouse project, which ran from January to December 2018. He has also presented talks on topics like reimagining Kafkaesque narratives in contemporary works.

Research Interests

Literary Studies Western Myths Eastern Myths Fantasy Fiction Crime Fiction

Courses

ENGL1050 Grammar Writing ENGL2036 Writing Popular Genre Fiction ENGL8017 Writing Past: Building New Worlds ENGL8030 Digital Creative Writing ENGL8090 Research Creative Writing

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required: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:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).