Dr. Joe Hung

Professor

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Biography

Joe Hung is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Western Australia and a Consultant Cardiologist at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in Perth, Western Australia. He completed his formative cardiology training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in New South Wales and later pursued fellowships at Stanford University in the USA and the Montreal Heart Institute in Canada. Since returning to Australia in 1984, he has remained actively involved in clinical academic practice. His research interests predominantly focus on cardiovascular epidemiology, particularly the mechanisms by which obesity influences metabolic and cardiovascular disorders and the role of genetics in these processes. Professor Hung has authored over 100 original publications in scientific press and is a member of the HeartSearch WA and the Cardiovascular Genetics Consortium at the WA Institute of Medical Research. He also contributes to the National Heart Foundation Research Advisory Committee and the Busselton Population Medical Foundation. His expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly regarding research on cardiovascular health, risk factors, and prevention strategies.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA

Emeritus Professor of Cardiovascular Epidemiology.

Consultant Cardiologist

— Present

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital • Perth, WA

Consultant Cardiologist with a focus on cardiovascular diseases.

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
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  • 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.