Dr. Sigi Jottkandt

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sigi Jöttkandt received his PhD from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2002. He specializes in 19th and 20th century British and American literature, with particular interest in writers such as Henry James and Vladimir Nabokov. His profound engagement with Lacanian psychoanalysis and continental philosophy informs his research and teaching. Jottkandt co-founded the international publishing collective Open Humanities Press and directs the flagship journal 'Circle Lacanian Ideology Critique'. He serves on the editorial boards of several professional journals and has received the UNSW Vice Chancellor's Teaching Award. His teaching includes literary theory and visual texts, and he actively engages with students about the challenges and benefits of higher degree research. Jottkandt's recent publications include 'Nabokov Effect: Reading Endgame' and various edited collections, reflecting his commitment to critical inquiry and scholarly collaboration in the humanities.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2002-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Teaching and research in the field of English, focusing on 19th and 20th century literature.

Awards

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Vice-Chancellor's Teaching Award

2014-01-01

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
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