Dr. Mihaela Popa Wyatt

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mihaela Popa-Wyatt is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Manchester. Her academic journey includes notable fellowships, such as a Marie Curie fellowship at the Leibniz-Zentrum Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft in Berlin, an independent research fellowship at the University of Birmingham, and a Beatriu de Pinos Fellowship at LOGOS in Barcelona. Her research primarily focuses on the intersection of language and philosophy, particularly in meta-ethics, social and political philosophy, social epistemology, as well as issues relating to race and gender. Recent projects emphasize the dynamics of oppressive speech and the role of social norms in maintaining or challenging discriminatory practices. She teaches courses on Applied Philosophy and Language Oppression, and serves as the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion officer. Active in public engagement, she has organized workshops and lectures addressing themes of digital platforms and online safety in relation to contemporary social issues.

Research Interests

Courses

Applied Philosophy (PHIL20032) Language Oppression (PHIL30811)

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.