Dr. Peter Adey

Professor

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Biography

Peter Adey is a Professor in Human Geography at Monash University. His research lies at the intersection of space, security, and mobility, contributing significantly to the field of Cultural Political Geography. He is the Chair of the Social Cultural Geography Research Group, the largest research group under the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG). With a career spanning over 13 years at Royal Holloway University of London and 6 years at Keele University, his work focuses on mobility studies, an interdisciplinary area that investigates the social implications of movement at various scales. Adey's empirical research explores topics such as air travel, infrastructure, emerging technologies, climate change, and the socio-political dimensions of mobility. He co-edited the journal 'Mobilities' and has published influential works, including 'Mobility' (2017) and 'Air' (2014). He is currently involved in multiple research projects examining the socio-cultural aspects of mobility and its implications on emergency governance and climate justice. Adey also has a strong interest in supervising PhD students and teaching, particularly in courses related to urban security and sustainability.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Leading research in Human Geography, focusing on mobility, security, and socio-political aspects of geographic space.

Awards

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Philip Leverhulme Prize

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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