Dr. Claire Tanner

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Claire Tanner is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Monash University with a focus on the intersections of digital culture and social change. Her research interests include societal impacts of technological advancements, including migration, diversity, and inclusion. She has contributed significantly to projects related to UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially in the context of education and citizenship. Over the years, she has been involved in multiple collaborations, exploring diverse topics from ethical considerations in stem cell research to citizen science approaches addressing marketing's influence on youth. Tanner has received numerous awards for her teaching excellence and has been actively engaged in public discussions and seminars on contemporary social issues. With a Doctorate in Philosophy from Monash University, her academic work emphasizes the importance of rigorous methodology in understanding sociological phenomena.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, VIC

Teaching and conducting research in Sociology, focusing on the social implications of technology and culture.

Awards

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Dean's Commendation Excellence Teaching

2009-01-01
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Stephen Crook Memorial Prize

2018-11-30
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Monash Graduate School PhD Scholarship

2006-01-01

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.