Dr. Neil Cobb

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Biography

Neil Cobb is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester, specializing in law. His research focuses on evolution and global sexual rights advocacy, particularly the interrelationship between international HIV prevention strategies and the health and human rights movement. He has published widely in international journals and edited collections, and is currently working on a monograph in this area. His research also includes LGBT queer legal theories and critical feminist approaches to criminal liability. He has organized multiple conferences on topics such as Sexuality and Law, and is an active member of the Manchester Centre for Regulation and Public Law. Cobb has taught a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the University, solidifying a reputation for high-quality educational delivery. He has also served as an external examiner for law programmes at several UK universities. His commitment to social justice is reflected in his involvement with community engagement activities related to his research.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2012-09-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, England

Joined School of Law at Manchester, focusing on teaching and research in law.

Lecturer

2005-01-01 — 2012-08-31

Durham University • Durham, England

Involved in teaching law and conducting legal research.

Research Assistant

2003-01-01 — 2004-12-31

Law Commission England Wales • London, England

Supported the project on housing law reform.

Courses

Criminal Law Law, Gender and Sexuality Land Law

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.