Dr. Lesley Vidovich

Professor

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Biography

Lesley Vidovich is a renowned academic in the field of education policy and practices, with extensive research focusing on the trends in education within a global context. Her work emphasizes the comparative analysis of education policies across various national and institutional settings, particularly in Australia, Asia, Europe, and Africa. Vidovich has successfully supervised numerous postgraduate research students, completing 15 Master's and 15 Doctoral theses. Her teaching portfolio spans several advanced units, including themes in education policy, social issues in education, and research methodologies. An expert in qualitative methodologies, her research interests also include leadership, management, and issues related to social justice. Vidovich has contributed to multiple projects examining university curriculum reforms and the international responses to globalization in education, as well as accountability in higher education across global contexts. Her work aligns closely with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reflecting her commitment to improving educational outcomes and equity. Lesley has a notable h-index of 89, indicating a significant impact on her research through numerous citations and published works.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Led research and supervision in education policy and practices; taught various advanced education courses.

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
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