Dr. Yong Zhong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yong Zhong is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), specializing in media, communication, translation, and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) ethnography. He obtained his PhD in International Communication from Macquarie University, Australia, where he also completed his BA and MA at Guangzhou Foreign Studies University, China. Dr. Zhong has been an active researcher and educator, engaging in innovative teaching methodologies and cognitive learning strategies in Chinese language writing, translation, and interpreting. He has delivered lectures and seminars at numerous Australian universities and over 300 international institutions. His commitment to integrating research with teaching practice has been recognized with several accolades, including the Australian Learning Teaching Council citation in 2009 and the FASS Dean's Award at UNSW in 2010 for his contributions to scholarship in learning and teaching. In addition to his academic roles, he has produced documentary films, reflecting his research interests and engagement in independent media production. Dr. Zhong's scholarly work also includes involvement in debating traditions within Chinese culture.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Lectures and conducts research in media, communication, and language studies.

Chutian Endowment Professor

— Present

Yangtze University • China

Engaged in academic collaboration and research.

Chief Partnership Officer

— Present

Immistudy • Australia

Responsible for overseeing educational partnerships.

Awards

#2009

Australian Learning Teaching Council citation

#2010

FASS Dean's Award

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

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.