Dr. Denise Chalmers

Professor

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Biography

Denise Chalmers is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Western Australia, specializing in higher education teaching and learning. With over 25 years of demonstrated leadership in the field, Denise has been instrumental in developing and implementing quality criteria and indicators for teaching and learning across the university sector. She has held significant roles, including Director of University Centres for Teaching and Learning and Foundation Director of the Carrick Institute (now ALTC). Her contributions to higher education have been recognized by multiple awards, including the Australian Award for University Teaching: Career Achievement Award and the Order of Australia (AM). A strong advocate for innovative teaching practices, Denise has led institutional, national, and international initiatives aimed at enhancing student-focused teaching methodologies and strategic use of online communication technologies. She is also an active contributor to the scholarship of teaching and learning, participating in projects that aim to improve standards and criteria for higher education. Her work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the importance of quality education as a fundamental component for global development.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Professor Emeritus specializing in leadership and enhancement of teaching and learning in higher education.

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
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  • 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.