Dr. Nicholas Hammond

Professor

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Biography

Nicholas Hammond specialises in seventeenth-century French thought, drama, and poetry. He is an author of several notable works including 'Playing Truth: Language and the Human Condition' and has edited influential texts such as the 'Cambridge Companion to Pascal'. His research interests encompass early modern cultural history, focusing on song cultures and sound studies, as well as the thought of Pascal and the playwrights of the seventeenth century, notably Racine, Corneille, and Molière. Hammond's recent publications include works on the soundscapes of early modern Paris, contributing to a broader understanding of the interplay between literature, sound, and cultural practices. He is actively involved in directing projects that examine the intersection of sound and theatre, while also welcoming inquiries from potential MPhil and PhD students who share his research interests.

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Experience

Professor

2000-09-01 — Present

Department of French, University of Cambridge • Cambridge, ENG, GB

Professor of Early Modern French Literature and Culture, specializing in seventeenth-century French thought and literature.

Courses

Early Modern Literature Theatre

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.