Dr. Jo Watson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jo Watson is a Research Associate and PhD student at the University of Western Australia’s School of Psychological Science. Her research focuses on issues of identity, morality, and societal change, with a particular emphasis on the environmental domain. Currently, she is investigating the complex relationships between humans and street dogs in India as part of a large international interdisciplinary project funded by the Wellcome Trust. This project aims to understand the intricate factors underpinning the ongoing public health issue of rabies in India. In her role, Jo leads the development and implementation of a large-scale study into human-street dog relations, advancing both practical and theoretical questions surrounding human-animal relations within the context of her research work. Prior to her current position, Jo spent 15 years in communications research strategy, where she managed and designed research projects that supported the development of behavior change programs for various government and private sector organizations. Her expertise also aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on the contributions her work makes towards these global objectives.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Involved in supervising PhD research and leading investigations into human-street dog relations in India.

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.