Dr. Ky Gentry

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ky Gentry is a Lecturer in Political Science at the University of Western Australia, specializing in International Relations. He joined UWA in July 2016 after holding positions such as Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Australian National University and Political Research Fellow at Ruskin College, Oxford. Gentry's extensive experience includes working with the Ministry of Culture & Heritage in New Zealand and expertise in heritage consultancy, serving as a special collections librarian and archivist. His research interests focus on the intersection of heritage, history, and politics. He is currently working on projects related to historic places and community identity in Australia. Gentry examines the rapid growth of interest in preserving historic sites from the mid-1960s to 2010, exploring how these places are valued across society and how sudden developments influence cultural identities. He is also interested in cultural rights and their role within the modern human rights framework, addressing issues such as cultural genocide and the broader implications of cultural rights in different regions, including the Middle East and Australia. Gentry's work contributes to understanding the impact of digital technology on pedagogical practices in higher education.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2016-07-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA

Lecturer in Political Science with a focus on International Relations.

Post-Doctoral Fellow

2014-01-01 — 2016-06-30

Australian National University • Canberra, ACT

Conducted research in political science, focusing on international relations.

Political Research Fellow

2012-01-01 — 2014-12-31

Ruskin College, Oxford • Oxford, UK

Engaged in political research and academic collaboration.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.