Dr. Julia Hawkins

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Julia Ellen Mercedes Hawkins is an academic associated with the Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the University of Cambridge. She serves as the Deputy Director of the Millennium Mathematics Project (MMP), a public engagement initiative aimed at enhancing mathematics education for individuals aged 3 to 19 and the general public. The MMP collaborates with faculties within the University of Cambridge and operates actively both nationally and internationally. Its focus lies in increasing mathematical understanding, confidence, and enjoyment, while also developing problem-solving skills and promoting creative approaches to mathematics. The project includes various complementary programmes, including the NRICH website, which provides rich mathematical resources, and Plus, an online mathematics magazine. In the 2021/22 school year, MMP's online resources attracted 9 million visits and 30 million page views globally, engaging 13,000 school students and over 2,900 teachers in face-to-face activities and webinars. Hawkins is committed to fostering a deeper appreciation for mathematics through innovative educational practices.

Research Interests

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.