Business Unit
Job Family
Not Applicable
Department
School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Health
Contract Type
Limited Contract Full Time
Location
Dubai
Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.
University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor's and master's degrees spanning 10 in-demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.
The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.
Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.
*QS World University Rankings 2024**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021
The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Adjunct Tutor to support the delivery of Game Media Industries , an undergraduate subject within the Bachelor of Communication and Media (BCM) program.
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in game studies, digital media, interactive media, game culture, esports, media industries, digital communities, or contemporary screen media who can help students critically analyse one of the world's fastest-growing creative industries.
Teaching Commitment
About the Subject
Digital video games have emerged as one of the world's largest creative industries and most influential forms of media entertainment. This subject explores the historical development of games, contemporary gaming cultures, esports, live streaming, fandom communities, and the economic and cultural impact of game media.
Students critically examine game texts, paratexts, branding, merchandising, online communities, review cultures, and digital participation while developing analytical and creative media projects.
The Adjunct Tutor will:
You are a design professional and educator with a strong grounding in visual communication design and a commitment to student-centred studio teaching.
Master's degree in one of the following areas:
Please note: Adjunct appointments are part-time and do not include visa sponsorship. Applicants must hold a valid UAE residency visa and be legally eligible to undertake part-time work in the UAE at the time of appointment.
UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.
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