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Dr. Hugues Peters is a Senior Lecturer in French Studies within the School of Humanities and Languages at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney). With international teaching experience across multiple institutions, he specializes in French linguistics and second language acquisition. His academic journey includes positions at the University of the West Indies, Mona, and research roles at the University of Brussels Phonetic Institute and the University of Geneva Department of Linguistics.
Dr. Peters earned his Master in Romance Philology from Université Libre de Bruxelles and his PhD in French Linguistics from Pennsylvania State University. His educational background is complemented by a Teaching Certificate from Université Libre de Bruxelles/UNSW Sydney, establishing a strong foundation for his expertise in language pedagogy.
His research focuses on the intersection of French grammar, second language acquisition, and gender inclusivity in language. Dr. Peters has made significant contributions to understanding morphosyntactic aspects of French, particularly regarding gender marking and inclusive language practices. His work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical applications in language teaching, emphasizing how linguistic insights can inform pedagogical approaches. He has developed innovative resources like the UWI French L2 Corpus to support research in second language acquisition.
Dr. Peters' publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory toward examining gender inclusivity and neutrality in language teaching, with increasing emphasis on practical applications in foreign language classrooms. His work spans theoretical linguistics, applied language studies, and practical pedagogy, showing how linguistic research directly informs teaching practices. Recent publications particularly highlight the evolving landscape of gender-inclusive language in French education.
- 2024 Award for excellence in educational mentorship, Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture, UNSW Sydney
- Distinguished Researcher award, Mona Campus, Office of the Principal, in recognition of outstanding research in the Faculty of Arts and Education, UWI, Mona (Oct. 11, 2001)
Dr. Peters has supervised numerous graduate students across multiple institutions, demonstrating his commitment to academic mentorship. His supervision portfolio includes PhD candidates working on diverse topics from Arabic morphology to English collocations and French language acquisition. He has also guided numerous MA and BA Honors theses on French linguistics, language teaching methodologies, and cultural aspects of language. His collaborative supervision approach, often partnering with colleagues from related disciplines, reflects the interdisciplinary nature of modern language studies. Dr. Peters actively applies his research findings directly to his teaching practice at UNSW, particularly in developing inclusive language approaches for French instruction.
