Professor Dr. Peter Van Onselen
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Biography
Peter Van Onselen is a prominent academic in the field of Australian Politics, holding the position of Professor and Foundation Chair of Journalism at the University of Western Australia (UWA). He is known for his extensive contributions as a contributing editor to various Australian newspapers and his previous role as a host for daily news programming at Sky News. Before his tenure at UWA, he served as an Associate Professor in government at Edith Cowan University. His research interests lie in the intersection of media and politics, particularly the impact of media toxification and the decline of the political class. Aiming to influence contemporary political discourse, he is currently working on a book titled 'Slaughtering Sacred Cows: policy ideas major parties won't touch' to be published by Melbourne University Press. His teaching focuses on Australian Politics, Journalism, electoral systems, and political campaigning.
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Experience
Professor
2019-01-01 — PresentUniversity of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Holding the Foundation Chair of Journalism, focusing on the intersection of media and politics.
Associate Professor
2015-01-01 — 2018-12-31Edith Cowan University • Perth, Australia
Teaching and researching in the field of government and politics.
Requirements for University of Western Australia
Master Program
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Application Checklist
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Proficiency Proof
- Personal Statement
- References
- Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes
Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.