Dr. David De Kretser

Professor

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Biography

David de Kretser is a reproductive endocrinologist and an esteemed academic with an extensive career at Monash University, where he was the founding Director of the Monash Institute of Medical Research and served as the Associate Dean for Biotechnology Development. He was appointed Sir John Monash Distinguished Professor in 2003. De Kretser has rich experience in human reproductive health and has actively participated in the World Health Organisation's Human Reproduction Program as President of the International Society of Andrology. Throughout his career, he has trained graduate students and post-doctoral fellows from 20 countries, significantly contributing to global research networks. Following a term as the 28th Governor of Victoria from 2006 to 2011, he resumed his research at Monash, mainly focusing on male reproductive disorders and infertility. His expertise includes hormonal regulation of reproduction and the genetic causes of male infertility. De Kretser's research has also involved developing programs like Andrology Australia to improve male health education. Throughout his career, he has maintained strong collaborative research programs and significant engagement with community health initiatives. His work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, contributing to efforts aimed at improving health outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1980-01-01 — 2011-04-01

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Performed research and taught in the field of reproductive medicine and anatomy.

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
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  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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