Dr. Nadim Mirshak

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Biography

Nadim Mirshak is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Manchester, where he has been shaping the minds of future sociologists since 2017. He completed his PhD in Politics at the same institution, focusing on the political dimensions of education within authoritarian contexts, utilizing a Gramscian framework. His research interests concentrate on political sociology, critical pedagogy, social movements, and the sociology of sport, particularly the intersections of class and gender in the context of young people's political inclusion. He has published extensively in recognized journals such as Social Movement Studies and Critical Sociology. Mirshak is actively involved in various leadership roles within the School of Social Sciences, including serving as the Director of Teaching and Learning Student Experience. His ongoing research projects examine the dynamics of Rugby League as a 'rebel' sport and its implications for working-class identities in Northern England, alongside an EU-funded project aimed at improving the intersectional inclusion of marginalized youth in participatory processes across several European countries.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, ENG

Lecturer in Sociology focusing on political sociology and critical pedagogy.

Awards

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Outstanding Teaching Award

2021-08-27
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Outstanding Undergraduate Dissertation Supervisor Award

2020-10-22

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.