Dr. Marina Mendonca

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Marina Mendonca is an Assistant Professor in Psychology at the University of Warwick. Her areas of specialization include lifespan development and preterm birth research. She is particularly interested in understanding the long-term consequences of preterm birth and exploring the impact of life-course transitions on the development and well-being of individuals in young and middle adulthood. Dr. Mendonca's current research explores resilience processes that enable individuals born preterm to overcome early challenges and achieve healthy adult lives, through projects such as the IMPROVE PRETERM project. Additionally, she examines how women conceptualize the impact of menopause on their academic careers. Dr. Mendonca teaches at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, contributing valuable insights into how early life experiences shape developmental trajectories throughout the lifespan.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.