Dr. Xian Wang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xian Wang is a modern social historian specializing in the history of the People's Republic of China. He earned his PhD from the University of British Columbia, focusing on the intersections of religion, politics, and oral history within historical narratives of state violence. His research specifically examines the interactions between the Chinese Communist Party authorities and the Muslim community in southern Yunnan from the early 1950s to the present day. He has contributed significant articles in recognized academic journals such as Modern China and Journal of Chinese History, where he discusses themes like land reform and the socio-political landscape of Chinese Muslim communities during the socialist era. His work emphasizes the critical periods of post-Mao China and investigates the complexities of memory and historical understanding in the context of state authority.

Research Interests

Experience

Researcher

2023-01-01 — Present

Australian National University • Canberra, Australia

Conducting research on modern Chinese history focusing on the socio-political dynamics of the Muslim community in southern Yunnan.

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.