Dr. Mike Harris

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mike is the Associate Director of Mobility with the City Futures Research Centre and a Senior Lecturer in Landscape Architecture and Urban Design at the University of New South Wales’ School of Built Environment. His professional background is rooted in urban design practice, spanning a decade in academia, where he brings a pragmatic and applied perspective to his research and teaching. His work focuses on policy, governance, network planning, and streetscape design to help normalize micromobility as a safe, convenient, and enjoyable everyday mode of travel. He investigates precinct- and neighbourhood-scale urban projects, examining how large-scale initiatives can reconcile strategic infrastructure delivery with liveability objectives and equitable urban access. In addition to his academic research, Mike advises government and private sector clients on micromobility planning and infrastructure design.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Lectures in Landscape Architecture and Urban Design and leads research initiatives.

Awards

#2020

AILA Award for Research

#2014

Lindsay Robertson Memorial Award

Courses

LAND2411 Urban Landscape Design Studio LAND2421 Urban Public Domain Studio LAND7201 Public Realm Studio

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
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.