Dr. Michael Salter

Professor

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Biography

Professor Michael Salter is the Director of Childlight at UNSW, the Australasian hub of the Global Child Safety Institute. His research primarily focuses on the impact of child sexual abuse and exploitation, as well as addressing gender-based violence and complex trauma. His significant contributions to the field include the publication of books such as 'Organised Sexual Abuse' (2013, Routledge) and 'Crime, Justice' (2017, Routledge), along with over sixty papers in international journals and edited collections. Professor Salter actively engages with policy and practice across various sectors including mental health, social work, law enforcement, and internet regulation. He has held prominent positions including past president of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) and has served on several advisory boards related to violence prevention and child protection. In recognition of his research contributions, he has received various awards, including being appointed a Fellow of the ISSTD in 2021 and the UNSW ARC Postgraduate Supervision award in 2020.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Professor in the School of Social Sciences, focusing on research related to child protection and trauma.

Awards

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Fellow

2021-01-01
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UNSW ARC Postgraduate Supervision Award

2020-01-01
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Morton Prince Award for Scientific Achievement

2018-01-01
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High Commendation

2017-01-01
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People’s Choice Award

2017-01-01
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New Scholar Award

2014-01-01

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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