Mat is the Geelong-based Lecturer in Middle East Studies for Deakin University. he has taught Middle East politics and International Relations subjects at Deakin and Macquarie University, as well as convening subjects on digital media and journalism at Charles Sturt University.
Mat's PhD thesis examined the use of collaborative online tools for the delivery of International Relations subjects. He has a prior background in journalism, professional writing and media production. He also writes on Game of Thrones and the way that the series portrays Middle Eastern stereotypes.
Experience
2011–present
Lecturer, Middle East Studies, Deakin University
2007–2010
Casual lecturer, Middle Eastern Studies, Deakin University
2005–2010
Casual lecturer, Digital Media, Charles Sturt University
2008–2010
Public Relations Manager, NetComm Limited
2009–2010
Senior Writer, Wanted Digital
2005–2008
Corporate Writer, Sinclair Knight Merz
Education
2014
Monash University, PhD
2006
Macquarie University, Master of International Relations
1991
Charles Sturt University (Mitchell), BA (Communications) Journalism
Research Areas
Political Science (1606)
Middle Eastern And African History (210310)
Creative Arts, Media And Communication Curriculum And Pedagogy (130201)