Dr. Joshua Penney

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joshua Penney is a Lecturer at Macquarie University, specializing in Linguistics. He has a PhD in Linguistics from Macquarie University (2019) and an MRes (2015) as well as a BA in Linguistics and German Studies (2012) from the same institution. His research interests include Phonetics, Sociophonetics, Ethnolectal Variation, Laboratory Phonology, Australian English, Sound Change, Glottalisation, and Voice Quality. Penney's notable projects include visualizing voice speech and studying rhotic consonants using ultrasound technology. He has received recognition for his academic contributions, including the Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Academic Excellence in 2020. Within five years, he has collaborated actively in various research areas, which exemplify his dedication to advancing knowledge in the field of linguistics.

Research Interests

Phonetics Sociophonetics Ethnolectal Variation Laboratory Phonology Australian English Sound Change Glottalisation Voice Quality

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Linguistics.

Awards

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Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Academic Excellence

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).