Dr. Sandra Pogodda

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Biography

Sandra Pogodda is a Senior Lecturer specializing in International Relations and Peace Conflict Studies at the University of Manchester. She earned her PhD from the University of Cambridge and has held post-doctoral fellowships at Johns Hopkins University, the United States Institute of Peace, and Chatham House at the University of St Andrews. Her research focuses on peace processes that are currently stagnating or collapsing in various global contexts, identifying 'counter-peace' processes and the factors that lead to failure in peace interventions. Moreover, she examines the nature of revolutions in contemporary global politics, particularly those that result in protracted conflicts or a relapse into authoritarianism. Sandra's work has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals and encompasses multiple books, including titles published by Manchester University Press and Edinburgh University Press. Throughout her career, she has successfully secured significant research funding, amounting to £4.6 million, and is currently involved in multinational research projects aimed at advancing democracy in various regions. Sandra has received numerous awards for her contributions to the academic field and for her mentorship of students.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, UK

Teaching and research in International Relations, focusing on peace conflict studies.

Awards

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Duncan Black Award

2005-10-01
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Marie Curie Fellowship

2004-10-01
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Transatlantic Post-Doctoral Fellowship

2008-01-01

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.