Dr. Leanne Lester

Professor

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Biography

Leanne Lester is currently the Research Manager at the Centre for Social Impact at the University of Western Australia (UWA). With 25 years of experience, she specializes in research evaluation, methodology, data collection, and data analysis, primarily in the fields of business and non-profits, as well as community-based research and education advocacy. Her work focuses on evaluating programs that address mental, emotional, social, and physical wellbeing outcomes. She is presently involved in evaluations of services pertaining to family and domestic violence, homelessness initiatives, women's refuge services, mental health, and substance abuse initiatives. Leanne holds a PhD in Philosophy from Edith Cowan University and Master of Applied Epidemiology and Bachelor of Science degrees from Curtin University. Her expertise aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, contributing to efforts aimed at ending poverty and ensuring sustainable development.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Manager

— Present

Centre for Social Impact, UWA • Perth

Oversees research projects focused on social impact and evaluation.

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

School of Human Science • Perth

Led research initiatives and evaluations within the School of Human Science.

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
  • Academic Transcripts
  • 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.