Dr. Jennie Mallela

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jennie Mallela is a multidisciplinary environmental scientist with a specialization in marine ecology. Her current research involves assessing coral reef health within Marine Protected Areas and collaborating with Marine Park Managers. Throughout her career, she has explored marine biodiversity, focusing on the impacts of climate change and pollution on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Jennie has successfully developed and managed Australian Research Council (ARC) grants and has experience running a scientific diving consultancy under government contracts. With advanced qualifications in scientific diving (HSE IV) and PADI dive master certification, she also trains students and colleagues in SCUBA diving. Jennie's work includes expert supervision, marine SCUBA surveys, biodiversity monitoring, and environmental assessments. Her educational background comprises a PhD in Coral Reef Development, an M.Sc. in Marine Resource Management, and a B.Sc. Hons in Environmental Bio-Geo Science. Her research interests encompass the influence of human activity on natural ecosystems, focusing on environmental disturbances and ecological resilience. Recent projects include the effects of agricultural runoff, coral bleaching, and plastic pollution on coral reefs. She is currently an ARC-DECRA research fellow, investigating the effects of land-based runoff on the Great Barrier Reef.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2018-01-01 — Present

Australian National University • Canberra, ACT, Australia

Conducting research on coral reefs and their health, examining the impacts of climate change and pollution.

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.