Dr. Michael Mosser

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael W. Mosser is the Director of the Center for European Studies at the University of Texas at Austin and an Associate Professor in the Department of Government. His research interests focus on European international security, European environmental policy, and comparative European politics. He has taught courses on foreign policy analysis and has been involved with various academic advisory bodies on campus. Mosser has made significant contributions to the field of security studies and is currently working on projects related to disinformation and its impact on the American electoral process. His recent publications include co-authored articles on defense forecasting and the operationalization of identity in counterinsurgency operations, as well as works exploring the role of small states in EU policy-making. With accolades for his teaching, including the "Texas Ten" recognition and the Raymond Dickson Centennial Endowed Teaching Fellowship, Mosser remains an active participant in both academic and community discussions. He earned his Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin - Madison in 2002, focusing on international relations and security studies, particularly in relation to Western Europe and military sociology.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

— Present

Center for European Studies, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, USA

Providing leadership and direction for the Center, engaging in research and teaching.

Associate Professor

— Present

Department of Government, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX, USA

Teaching courses in European international security and related fields.

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.