Dr. Kira Westaway

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kira Westaway has a background in Quaternary Science and specializes in luminescence dating and reconstructing landscape evolution in relation to climate history. With a PhD from the University of Wollongong, she focuses on the environmental chronological context of archaeological sites in western Flores. Over her career, she has contributed significantly to the understanding of human migration patterns in Asia, particularly through her role as a Chief Investigator in various research projects exploring the extinction timelines of great apes and the ancient humans of China. She has received multiple awards for her teaching and research contributions, including the 2017 Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Learning Innovation and the ACT/NSW Young Tall Poppy Science Awards in 2009. Kira’s innovative approaches to teaching have influenced student engagement and learning outcomes at Macquarie University.

Research Interests

Luminescence Dating Quaternary Science Human Migration Ancient Human Studies

Experience

Associate Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

Macquarie University • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Teaching and research in Quaternary science, specializing in luminescence dating and landscape evolution.

Awards

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Young Tall Poppy Science Awards

2009-01-01
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Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

2017-11-01
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Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Learning Innovation

2021-12-10
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Vice-Chancellor’s Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning

2019-11-18

Requirements for Macquarie University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:94
PTE
Listening
Required:58
Reading
Required:58
Writing
Required:58
Speaking
Required:58
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution Minimum 3 years full-time equivalent work experience at a managerial/professional level
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of Motivation
  • Evidence of Work Experience
Specialization Notes

Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).