Dr. Miriam Williams

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Miriam Williams is a Senior Lecturer in Geography Planning at Macquarie University. Her work focuses on urban life with an emphasis on care and justice relating to everyday practices. She is the Deputy Director of the Macquarie University Housing Urban Research Centre and a member of the Community Economies Institute. As an Associate Editor for Geographical Research, she contributes to urban studies with particular attention to public spaces, food justice, and urban commons. Her research has been published in notable journals such as Antipode and Urban Studies. Williams has led various research projects in collaboration with industry partners, including recent work on the Vertical Villages project, supported by organizations like the Salvation Army. Currently, she is co-authoring a book titled 'Cities Care' with A/Prof Emma Power, and she continues to explore topics around food insecurity and spatial planning.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2013-07-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney

Teaching and conducting research in the fields of geography and urban planning.

Fixed Term Lecturer

2015-01-01 — 2016-12-31

University of Newcastle • Newcastle

Delivered courses in human geography.

Research Assistant

2012-01-01 — 2013-12-31

University of Newcastle • Newcastle

Assisted in research projects within the human geography department.

Casual Academic

2008-03-01 — 2013-12-31

University of Newcastle • Newcastle

Supported teaching and research activities.

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required: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:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
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  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).