Dr. Michelle Langford

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michelle Langford is an Associate Professor in Film Studies at the University of New South Wales, specializing in the intricate relationship between cinema and socio-political contexts. With a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from the University of Sydney and a PhD also from the same institution, she leads a wide array of academic courses including the core modules ARTS1060 Introduction to Film Studies, ARTS2063 National Cinemas, and ARTS3063 Cinemas Cultures. Her research interests encompass national cinemas, with a particular focus on Iranian cinema, where she explores allegorical processes in film. Langford's prominent works include the 2019 monograph 'Allegory in Iranian Cinema: Aesthetics, Poetry, Resistance' and a co-edited handbook on Iranian cinema set to be published in 2024. She has successfully supervised numerous PhD and MA completions, collaborating closely with students on subjects ranging from Iranian horror films to contemporary cinematic representations. Michelle is also involved with the Persian Film Festival, showcasing her commitment to cultural film studies and research supervision.

Research Interests

Courses

Introduction to Film Studies National Cinemas Cinemas Cultures

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
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