Dr. Stefan Theil

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stefan Theil is an Assistant Professor of Public Law and a Fellow at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge. He completed his Diplom-Jurist at the University of Bayreuth in 2011, followed by an LL.M. from University College London in 2013. He pursued doctoral studies at the University of Cambridge, graduating in 2018. His academic career includes notable fellowships, including being the inaugural Research Fellow for Civil and Political Rights at the Bonavero Institute, University of Oxford, from 2017 to 2021. Stefan's research interests encompass public constitutional law, human rights, and legal methodology, with significant contributions such as his book 'Environmental Minimum' published by Cambridge University Press in 2021. His work argues for a comprehensive framework addressing the intersection of human rights and environmental harm. Stefan has provided legal commentary on issues like the Human Rights Act 1998 and the implications of air quality regulations in Europe. In addition to his research, he lectures on Constitutional Law and Human Rights Law, supervising undergraduate and PhD candidates. His insights have been featured in various media outlets, including BBC News and the BBC World Service, specifically addressing legal frameworks surrounding free expression and the dynamics of power in online platforms.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor of Public Law

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Cambridge • Cambridge, United Kingdom

Teaching and researching in the field of public law and human rights.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.