Dr. Jane Anderson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jane Anderson is an Adjunct Research Fellow specializing in social anthropology with a focus on restorative rehabilitation particularly within the prison system for Indigenous inmates. She has a history of conducting research with peer workers who assist problematic drug users and their families, often addressing complex backgrounds of homelessness and prior incarceration. Jane's work also examines the intersectionality of the Roman Catholic Church's perspectives on issues of gender, sexuality, and clerical sexual offenses. She has received notable recognition including being a nominee for Bunbury Australia Day Citizen of the Year in 2019 and winning an award for community service with Doors Wide Open. Currently, she is researching innovative practices that benefit marginalized populations, emphasizing the importance of restorative justice within Aboriginal communities in Western Australia. Jane's publications address various issues related to justice and rehabilitation, making her work relevant in the context of today's socio-economic challenges in the criminal justice system.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Research Fellow

2014-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Conducting research focused on restorative justice and rehabilitation within the prison system, particularly for Indigenous populations.

Awards

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Bunbury Australia Day Citizen of the Year Nominee

2019-01-01
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Bunbury Australia Day Community Group of the Year

2019-01-01

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.