Dr. Katrien Jacobs

Associate Professor

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Biography

Katrien Jacobs is an Associate Professor at Monash University, Malaysia, in the School of Arts and Social Sciences. She has published extensively on sexuality, gender, digital media, and contemporary arts. Her notable works include 'Tit-For-Tat Media: Contentious Bodies, Sex Imagery, and Political Activism' (2022), which explores visual activism and the gendered discourses present in online spaces. Additionally, her previous publications like 'Netporn: DIY Web Culture and Sexual Politics' (2007), provide critical insights into emerging sexual cultures online. Jacobs has received multiple research grants focusing on gender inclusivity in China's media landscape, and she engages in art initiatives exploring deepfake technologies and politics of identity. As an artist-scholar, she produces documentaries and performance art pieces, blending her academic pursuits with creative expression. Jacobs has been awarded fellowships and has engaged in numerous research projects, culminating in her role as a researcher and educator in areas such as digital cultures and activism. Her work aligns with several UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

2022-08-01 — Present

Chinese University of Hong Kong • Hong Kong

Engaged in academic teaching and research within gender studies and digital media.

Research Associate

2022-08-01 — Present

Ghent University • Ghent

Conducted research on digital media and gender-related topics.

Awards

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Bogliasco Fellowship

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Senior Research Fellowship

2025-07-18

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.