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Tim Schwanen is a leading researcher in Transport Geography and serves as the Director of the Transport Studies Unit at the University of Oxford. He obtained his PhD from Utrecht University in 2003 and has since contributed significantly to the field through both research and teaching. His role at Oxford began in March 2009, and he became the Director of the Transport Studies Unit in September 2015. In addition to his research duties, Tim has lectured on various topics in the Final Honour School Geography and the MSc programme focused on Nature, Society, and Environmental Governance. His research interests delve into the geographies of everyday mobilities, exploring the implications of transport on well-being, governance changes, and social spatial inequality. Tim has also been involved with several academic journals as an editor and has participated in international conferences to share his insights on sustainable mobilities and governance.
Transport Studies Unit, University of Oxford • Oxford, ENG
Oversees research and academic direction of the Transport Studies Unit.
St Anne's College, Oxford • Oxford, ENG
Engaged in research and teaching in Transport Geography.
University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, SE
Conducted research and lectured on Human Geography.
Ghent University • Ghent, BE
Held the Francqui Chair in the Faculty of Sciences.
Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.