Dr. Vu Lam

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Biography

Vu Lam is a political scientist and policy analyst specializing in Southeast Asian affairs and Indo-Pacific strategy. He served as an Adjunct Lecturer in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of New South Wales. He is the author of 'Public Diplomacy Vietnam' published by Routledge in 2022. Lam frequently writes on regional diplomacy, trade, and geopolitics, contributing analysis and commentary to leading policy outlets such as the Lowy Institute, Diplomacy, and East Asia Forum. His research interests focus on Southeast Asian foreign policy and Indonesia's foreign relations, with specific attention to how regional middle powers respond to geopolitical volatility. Lam engages regularly with government agencies and media outlets, providing expert advice on foreign policy and regional strategy, thereby contributing to the public understanding of Australia's regional engagement in Southeast Asia.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Lecturer

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, NSW

Teaching and conducting research in Political Science and International Relations.

Awards

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Dean's Award Outstanding PhD Thesis

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
Specialization Notes

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