Dr. Jemma Collova

Assistant Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Jemma Collova. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Jemma Collova is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia, located on Whadjuk Noongar Country (Perth). She completed her PhD in Psychology at UWA and works within the School of Indigenous Studies. Her research primarily focuses on decolonizing and broadening Western perspectives on mental health and well-being, particularly through improving the cultural safety of mainstream mental health services. Passionate about supporting Indigenous-led research, Jemma employs collaborative and co-designed participatory approaches to influence policy. Her work also intersects with governmental initiatives, having experience with the Federal Department of Innovation, Industry, and the Western Australia Police. Jemma's efforts are guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing contributions towards ending poverty and ensuring prosperity for individuals. Her expertise spans across keywords like face perception, person perception, and other developmental research topics, further enhancing her contributions to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Conduct research focusing on Indigenous mental health and well-being, addressing cultural safety in mental health services.

Awards

#

Vice-Chancellor's Indigenous-led Research Award

2025-12-09
#

WA Office Crime Statistics Research Criminal Justice Research Grant

#

Dean's List - Honourable mention PhD thesis

#

Experimental Psychology Society Study Visit Grant

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
  • Academic Transcripts
  • 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.