Dr. Jessica Trevena Peters

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jessica Trevena-Peters is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and Occupational Therapist, currently serving as a Lecturer in the Neuropsychology program at Monash University. With an extensive clinical background, she focuses on cognitive rehabilitation and the management of acquired brain injury and post-traumatic amnesia. As a researcher at the Monash Epworth Rehabilitation Research Centre, her work emphasizes the clinical utility of neurorehabilitation interventions, aiming to improve evidence-based practices for clinicians and support early recovery and long-term outcomes for clients. Trevena-Peters’ expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals by actively contributing to advancements in rehabilitation for brain injury patients. Her research interests include Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Neuropsychology, Cognitive Rehabilitation, and Occupational Therapy. She leads initiatives related to positive behaviour support in acute hospital settings and has received multiple awards for her teaching excellence.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2017-10-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Lecturer in the Neuropsychology program, leading training in neurorehabilitation.

Awards

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Dean’s Award for Excellence in Education: Teaching Excellence

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5th World Federation Neurorehabilitation Franz Gerstenbrand Award

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Luria Award

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.