Dr. Kristin Surak

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kristin Surak is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), specializing in political sociology with a focus on issues such as global mobility, nationalism, and Japanese politics. She has published extensively, including her recent book, 'Golden Passport: Global Mobility Millionaires,' which provides an ethnographic analysis of citizenship and wealth. Surak's work has informed reports for major international organizations like the IMF and OECD and has been featured across numerous media platforms. Throughout her academic career, she has held prestigious positions, including being a Richard B. Fisher Member at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton and a Fung Global Fellow at Princeton University. Surak's teaching emphasizes engagement and impact, and she contributes to significant discussions on worldwide citizenship and migration dynamics.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

London School of Economics and Political Science • London, UK

Conducting research and teaching courses in the field of sociology, focusing on political sociology and related fields.

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Standard English requirement applies to most programs in Geography, Anthropology, Sociology, and Media.