Dr. John Dunn

Professor

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Biography

John Dunn is an Emeritus Professor in the Department of Politics and International Studies at the University of Cambridge. His research interests primarily encompass the rethinking of modern political theory and the historical formation of liberal and socialist conceptions of political value and possibility. He seeks to explain the political trajectories that characterize various modern states and examines political thought from historical perspectives, particularly focusing on the ideas of John Locke. Dunn’s work has contributed significantly to understanding the historical development and the current significance of democracy across different regions of the world.

Research Interests

Political Theory Liberalism Socialism Political Thought Democracy Political Trajectories

Requirements for University of Cambridge

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:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.