Dr. Paul Flatau

Professor

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Biography

Professor Flatau is the Director of the Centre for Social Impact at the University of Western Australia, where he leads a team of researchers and educators focused on collaborative projects with policymakers and industry partners aimed at generating positive social and economic change throughout Australia. Over his fifteen years in this role, he has built a supportive research culture with a strong track record, achieving over $12 million in research income across 126 projects. With 104 peer-reviewed publications and extensive reporting on industry practices, his work emphasizes the interconnectedness of economics and social policy, particularly concerning labor economics, poverty, housing, homelessness, and the impact of economic evaluation. In addition to his research, he coordinates several postgraduate and undergraduate units centered on social impact, demonstrating a commitment to education and community engagement. Professor Flatau's research endeavors are dedicated to eradicating homelessness and poverty while advancing Indigenous reconciliation in Australia, contributing significantly to public discourse through high-impact media engagement, research workshops, and collaborative initiatives with numerous government and industry partners.

Research Interests

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
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
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Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.