Dr. Justine Gatt

Associate Professor

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Biography

Associate Professor Justine Gatt is a leading researcher in mental wellbeing and resilience neuroscience, based at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA). With a PhD from the University of Sydney, she has authored over 105 publications, contributing significantly to the understanding of the neural trajectories of vulnerability and resilience, particularly in relation to stress and trauma. A/Prof Gatt has secured more than $15 million in research funding and supervised over 51 research staff and students. Her work includes the development of the COMPAS-W Wellbeing Scale for assessing adult and adolescent wellbeing and the COMPAS-KIDS scale for children. She has led numerous longitudinal studies and clinical trials aimed at promoting resilience through innovative interventions. Throughout her 20 years in mental health research, she has been instrumental in establishing programs that translate complex research into practical applications for diverse audiences, delivering over 100 invited talks and engaging with media extensively.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2015-01-01 — Present

Centre Wellbeing, Resilience Recovery • Sydney, Australia

Leading research and initiatives aimed at improving mental wellbeing and resilience.

Associate Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Contributing to academic and research excellence in psychology, focusing on mental health.

Awards

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UNSW Staff Award for Research Collaboration

2024-01-01
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Commonwealth Health Minister's Award for Excellence in Medical Research

2014-01-01

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.