Dr. Alene Yong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Alene Sze Jing Yong is a public health researcher and research fellow at the Centre for Medicine Use and Safety. Her research focuses on improving health service delivery through the implementation of evidence-based practices. She has expertise in diverse methodologies, including evidence review synthesis, mixed-method studies, and preference elicitation. Alene's recent work includes the development of Australia's clinical practice guidelines for the use of emerging innovative treatment options for mental health conditions. Her PhD research utilized discrete choice experiments and qualitative interviews to understand and quantify cancer patients' values regarding quality-of-life outcomes. Prior to joining the Centre for Medicine Use and Safety, Alene worked as a community pharmacist and collaborated as a research consultant on various local and international projects related to health financing in low-resource settings, patient cancer care, and addressing barriers to accessing health services. She is driven by a passion for translating research outcomes into policy and clinical practice to create tangible positive impacts within the community. Alene's work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals established in 2015, focusing on global efforts to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all.

Research Interests

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.