Dr. Emily Macleod

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Emily Macleod is a Research Fellow and Clinical Psychologist at the Centre for Mental Health Research at the Australian National University. Her research focuses on climate-related disaster psychology and supporting children’s mental health and well-being. Dr. Macleod develops evidence-based resources to aid in children's mental health during climate-related disasters, collaborating with the NSW Department of Education to lead the evaluation of the new Psychological Aid Schools program. This program aims to support student well-being during critical incidents and disasters. Dr. Macleod is involved in projects that evaluate the effectiveness of mental health literacy programs designed to promote the well-being of children transitioning from primary to early high school, particularly in understanding the impacts of bushfire disasters on mental health resilience. Her work contributes to the evaluation of early mental health interventions in school settings, aiming to foster resilience and support for children and families affected by disasters.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

— Present

Centre for Mental Health Research • Canberra, ACT, Australia

Conducts research on climate-related disaster psychology and mental health interventions for children.

Requirements for Australian National University

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:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.