Dr. Shrey Kapoor

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shrey Kapoor is a PostDoctoral researcher at the University of Basel's Department of Social Sciences. He specializes in the intersection of spatiality and violence, focusing on the nuanced dynamics of Hindu nationalist violence within urban contexts. His recent publication examines the tensions between hegemonic orders and subversive agency in Ahmedabad, contributing to discussions on urban violence and societal structures. With a background in European Global Studies, Kapoor brings a multidisciplinary approach to his research, integrating perspectives from sociology, history, and geography.

Research Interests

Urban Violence Spatiality Hindu Nationalism Temporal Orders Social Agency

Requirements for University of Basel

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 180 ECTS Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects (e.g., 90 ECTS in Math/CS for Data Science)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or current transcript of records
  • Diploma Supplement (if available)
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of valid passport or ID card
  • Evidence of language proficiency (C1 level recommended for English/German programs)
  • Proof of payment of application fee (CHF 100)
Specialization Notes

The University of Basel generally requires C1 level proficiency in the language of instruction. For most English-taught Masters, TOEFL (min 92-95) or IELTS (min 7.0) is the standard.