Dr. Kate Hetherington

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kate Hetherington is a Clinical Psychologist and researcher in the Behavioural Sciences Unit (BSU) at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) School of Clinical Medicine. She leads the BSU's Precision Medicine Genomics team and serves as the Academic Lead for the Luminesce Alliance Psychosocial Enabling Platform, which is a NSW Ministry of Health supported initiative aimed at ensuring equitable and inclusive delivery of paediatric precision medicine. Kate has significant experience in clinical research settings, focusing on psychological mechanisms related to the onset and maintenance of depressed mood, particularly through the lens of repetitive thinking. Her doctoral research investigated these areas extensively and she has been involved in various grants and research activities that aim to enhance the quality of life of young people undergoing cancer care. Kate's current research includes large-scale psychosocial studies within programs like ZERO Childhood Cancer, exploring the experiences of families and health professionals in genomically guided treatment. She has supervised numerous PhD and Master's students on projects related to psychosocial impacts and decision-making in paediatric precision medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2015-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Lead the Behavioural Sciences Unit and Precision Medicine Genomics team.

Awards

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Ronald McDonald House Charities Award

2016-01-01

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

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