Dr. Margaret Alston

Professor

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Biography

Margaret Alston is a Professor of Social Work at Monash University and has significantly contributed to the field of social sustainability and gender studies. She has led the Gender, Leadership and Social Sustainability (GLASS) research unit, mentoring numerous PhD students. Prior to this, she spent 21 years at Charles Sturt University, where she also held professorial roles. In recognition of her contributions to social work and rural women, she received the Order of Australia in 2010. She has served as the Chair of the Australian Heads of Schools of Social Work and was appointed a Foundation Fellow of the Australian College of Social Work in 2011. She has worked with various organizations including the UN and has been a gender expert on numerous projects relating to climate change, particularly affecting rural women. Margaret has delivered keynote presentations at several international conferences, including the International Social Work Conference and National Climate Conference. Her research interests are rooted in the intersection of gender, environmental disasters, and social work, contributing towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Head of the Department of Social Work and leader of research initiatives focusing on social sustainability and gender issues.

Awards

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Order of Australia

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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