Dr. Jiedi Lei

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jiedi Lei is a Paul Foundation Clinical Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, specializing in the intersection of autistic traits and cognitive behavioral mechanisms that contribute to co-occurring mental health difficulties in autistic children and young people (CYP). His research focuses on understanding these underlying mechanisms to develop effective strategies for adapting and piloting novel interventions that aim to improve mental health outcomes for autistic CYP. His current fellowship project, based within the TOPIC Group, seeks to develop and validate a novel assessment tool designed to evaluate the strengths profiles of autistic CYP. This project draws on identifying strengths to inform a person-centered formulation that adapts treatment approaches for co-occurring mental health difficulties. Jiedi also serves as the Chair for the Student and Trainee Committee at the International Society for Autism Research, further showcasing his commitment to enhancing research and support within the autism community.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.