Dr. Christel Macdonald

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christel Macdonald is a post-doctoral research fellow at the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, where she has been involved in research since 2019. Her doctoral thesis, completed in March 2024, investigated factors associated with court diversion for offenders suffering from mental illness and cognitive impairment. Christel’s research primarily focuses on treatment interventions for individuals who come into contact with the criminal justice system, particularly within the drug and alcohol domain. She aims to contribute to improved outcomes for this population through evidence-based practices and policies.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2019-01-01 — Present

National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre • Sydney, Australia

Conducting research within the drug and alcohol space, focusing on treatment interventions for individuals involved with the criminal justice system.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.