Dr. Philipp Roessner

Professor

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Biography

Philipp Roessner holds Ph.D.s in Economic History from the University of Edinburgh and Social Economic History from Universität Leipzig, where he completed his habilitation in 2011. His research interests lie in Early Modern History, focusing on early modern British economic history, particularly the economic landscape of eighteenth-century Scotland, as well as early modern German economic and social history, emphasizing sixteenth-century monetary problems. Roessner has been involved in numerous scholarly activities and has published extensively, including four monographs and five edited collections. He is known for his expertise in the history of economic thought, particularly regarding early modern mercantilism and Cameralism. He has received various accolades, including the Walter-Hävernick Prize and the Heisenberg Fellowship. His ongoing research includes a comparative European study on the role of the state in the rise of modern capitalism. Roessner is also active in postgraduate supervision and has contributed to international conferences and academic editorial boards.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2012-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester

Appointed as Lecturer in Early Modern History and later promoted to Senior Lecturer and Professor.

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.