Dr. Allan Sylvester

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Allan's career spans owning and operating his own businesses in the 1990s, being an innovator and early adopter of the internet, a decade in academic work, and consulting for government and private organizations. His research focuses on the impact of technology on people and government success. Allan has been dedicated to teaching and researching the effects of technology on individuals and organizations since joining the School of Information Management in 2012. He has a special focus on understanding marginalized communities and individuals to promote digital equity and improve digital literacy. Allan actively collaborates with colleagues in the Faculty of Education Studies to investigate the effects of digital technologies in both high school and university educational contexts.

Research Interests

Requirements for Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:50
Reading
Required:50
Writing
Required:50
Speaking
Required:50
Overall
Required:50
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:100
Overall
Required:100
Prerequisites
Recognised high school qualification (NCEA Level 3, IB, or A-Levels) University Entrance literacy and numeracy requirements
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of passport or birth certificate
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Portfolio (for Design and Architecture programs)
Specialization Notes

Undergraduate programs across Science, Arts, Commerce, and Design generally follow these standard criteria.