Dr. Julie De Dardel

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Julie de Dardel is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Geneva, specializing in the geography of prisons and penal policies, as well as gender equality and women's mobilizations. She holds a Master's degree in economic and social history from the University of Geneva and a PhD in geography from the University of Neuchâtel, where she defended her thesis with the highest honors. Her research employs geo-ethnographic approaches and involves collaborations with civil society organizations focused on prisoners' rights, gender equality, state violence, and peace processes in Colombia. She has also served as a visiting researcher at prestigious institutions, including the University of California, Los Angeles, and the National University of Colombia in Bogotá. Over the years, her work has been recognized with several awards, notably the SNSF Starting Grant and the SNIS award for best doctoral thesis in international studies in Switzerland, among others. Her publications include contributions to various academic journals and books, focusing on contemporary issues in prison policies and women's movements.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Geneva • Geneva, Switzerland

Teaching and researching in the Department of Geography, focusing on critical aspects of prison geography and gender studies.

Awards

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SNSF Starting Grant 2022

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SNIS Award for Best Doctoral Thesis

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Ador History Prize

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Junior Chalumeau Prize in Sexuality Studies

Requirements for University of Geneva

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university Minimum 60 ECTS in management or related field for direct admission
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Includes Department of Management, Finance, Economics, and Statistics programs. GMAT is strongly encouraged but not mandatory for most GSEM masters.