Dr. Cristina Ramalho

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Cristina Estima Ramalho is a lecturer at the University of Western Australia in the School of Agriculture and Environment, specializing in socio-ecological research, urban ecology, and conservation planning. Her research primarily focuses on integrating Western knowledge systems into land and water use planning while fostering connections to place and biodiversity conservation. Notably, Ramalho leads projects addressing complex sustainability challenges within urban environments, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and collaboration with local communities. She has held positions such as Spatial Information Management Officer at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. Cristina’s academic qualifications include a PhD in Ecology and an MSc in Geographic Information Systems. She actively engages with the Nyoongar community and other local stakeholders, contributing to understanding and managing urban greening and ecological restoration projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Teaching and conducting research in socio-ecological studies, urban ecology, and conservation.

Spatial Information Management Officer

2012-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions • Western Australia

Managed spatial information and contributed to ecological research.

GIS Botanist

2004-01-01 — 2007-01-01

NEMUS Gestão e Requalificação Ambiental, Lda • Portugal

Supported ecological projects with GIS technologies.

Awards

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Vice-Chancellor's Award for Collaborative Indigenous Research Partnerships

2025-12-09

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.