Dr. Karen Maras

Associate Professor

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Biography

Karen Maras is an Associate Professor in the School of Education at the University of New South Wales. She serves as the Deputy Head of School (Learning & Teaching). Her research scholarship includes specializations in learning development, Visual Arts education, and curriculum assessment practice within higher education contexts. Dr. Maras investigates the ontological bases of critical reasoning in art, focusing on Visual Arts teacher preparation. With extensive experience in secondary visual arts teaching, she teaches curriculum pedagogy and theory at the postgraduate level. Dr. Maras has led Visual Arts teacher education programs at the Australian Catholic University and UNSW, in addition to holding various leadership roles including Head of School. Her professional contributions have established her as a leading voice in art education both in New South Wales and Australia.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, AU

Deputy Head School (Learning & Teaching), engages in research and teaching in Visual Arts education.

Awards

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Outstanding Service Award

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Teaching Citation

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
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