Dr. Garrett Prestage

Associate Professor

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Biography

Garrett Prestage is a sociologist specializing in both quantitative and qualitative social behavioral research, with a strong emphasis on community-based projects. His primary research interests focus on risk behaviors associated with sexuality, particularly in the context of HIV transmission prevention among gay men. With a career spanning over three decades, Garrett has been deeply embedded in gay community-based research since 1983, commencing his HIV-related research in 1985. He currently leads key studies such as the HIV Seroconversion Study and the Pleasure and Sexual Health (PASH) Study, and acts as an investigator for the Gay Community Periodic Surveys. His work contributes significant insight into how individuals negotiate their identities and community roles concerning risk and pleasure in their lives. Furthermore, Garrett serves on the Board of ACON (AIDS Council of NSW) and is associated with the Australian Research Centre for Sex, Health, and Society at La Trobe University. His expertise includes survey design and questionnaire development in addition to managing cross-sectional and cohort studies in health behavior.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Associate Professor

— Present

Kirby Institute • Sydney, Australia

Honorary position focusing on social and health research related to HIV transmission and community engagement.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.