Dr. Melissa Nisbett

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Melissa has been teaching in higher education for 20 years and her research expertise focuses on the relationship between culture and power. She has explored various aspects including the impact of cultural elites on policy-making, the deployment of culture in authoritarian states, the effects of charismatic leaders in the arts, and the role of cultural heritage in conflicts. Melissa is also interested in cultural tourism, the use of the arts as a tool for cultural diplomacy, and the intersection of cultural policy with social justice and democracy. Her work has been recognized in prestigious forums such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and the United Nations. Melissa sits on the Faculty Education Leadership Team as a Senior Tutor for Arts & Humanities, providing both strategic leadership and day-to-day support for academic and professional services staff. Her research interests include cultural diplomacy, soft power, culture wars, and social justice.

Research Interests

Experience

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2004-09-01 — Present

King's College London • London, ENG

Involved in teaching and research within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities, providing leadership within the department.

Courses

Undergraduate courses Postgraduate courses

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.