Dr. Ruth Nuttall

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ruth Nuttall is a Visiting Fellow at the Australian National University. She earned her PhD in History from the Australian National University and holds a Master's degree from the University of Auckland. Ruth Nuttall had a significant career in New Zealand's diplomatic service from 1980 to 2012, serving as New Zealand's Ambassador to Timor-Leste from 2005 to 2008. Her research interests primarily focus on the histories of East Timor, particularly the origins and onset of the crisis in Timor-Leste. Ruth Nuttall's scholarly output includes publications reflecting her expertise in these areas, contributing to a deeper understanding of the socio-political dynamics in East Timor during critical periods. She has been recognized in her field and has an h-index of 7, indicating a notable level of citation and impact in academic circles. Ruth continues to engage in research, exploring the historical narratives and their implications for current understanding of East Timor's complexities.

Research Interests

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
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  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.