Dr. Nina Tahhan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nina Tahhan is an Optometrist with a PhD and a Master of Public Health, specializing in Clinical Research and Public Health. She holds multiple degrees in Optometry and has extensive experience in both clinical supervision and research management. As an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales, she is involved in delivering eye care education and conducting research that addresses the unique health needs of disadvantaged communities both in Australia and internationally. Her professional background encompasses epidemiological research in public health, health economics, and the educational development of eye care programs tailored for clinical supervision and industry partnerships. Nina has been actively involved with organizations like the Brien Holden Vision Institute and the International Myopia Institute, focusing on innovative strategies for contact lens and orthokeratology research. She has contributed to numerous domestic and international conferences, presenting her research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Senior Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney

Involved in teaching and research in the field of optometry, focusing on public health and clinical practices.

Director Clinical Research

2018-01-01 — Present

Brien Holden Vision Institute • Sydney

Oversaw clinical research projects and collaborations related to vision sciences.

Awards

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Australian Postgraduate Award

2010-01-01
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Brian M Kirby Scholarship

2010-01-01
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Vision Cooperative Research Centre Postgraduate Scholarship

2010-01-01

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

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.