Dr. Joe Moshenska

Professor

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Biography

Joe Moshenska is a tutorial fellow at University College, Oxford, specializing in English Literature. His academic journey began at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, where he completed his undergraduate studies before pursuing a doctorate at Princeton University. Moshenska's research primarily focuses on literature and culture from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, with notable interests in figures such as Spenser and Milton, as well as the intersections of literature with philosophy, theology, and the visual arts. His published works include the experimental biography 'Making Darkness Light' about John Milton and an exploration of Kenelm Digby, both receiving significant acclaim. Moshenska is actively engaged in scholarly initiatives, including co-editing special issues of journals and projects that bridge contemporary criticism with early modern literary practices. He is the president of the International Spenser Society and has contributed to numerous collaborative projects on early modern studies, with ongoing research supported by prestigious organizations such as the Leverhulme Trust and the British Academy. Moshenska also emphasizes the importance of public engagement and education, working on initiatives that explore early modern teaching techniques in modern classrooms.

Research Interests

Experience

Tutorial Fellow

2018-01-01 — Present

University College, Oxford • Oxford, England

Teaching and supervising students in English Literature, focusing on early modern texts and their cultural contexts.

Fellow and Director of Studies in English

2010-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Trinity College, Cambridge • Cambridge, England

Directed studies in English Literature while mentoring students and contributing to academic life at Trinity College.

Awards

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Philip Leverhulme Prize

2019-01-01

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.