Dr. Rachel Couper

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rachel Couper is a Senior Lecturer and Research Project Manager at Monash University, with a focus on bridging industry research in the field of architectural design and construction. Her current research emphasizes methods in mass timber construction and off-site industrialized building processes. Trained in architecture, Rachel has a strong background in applied design research management. She has actively contributed to numerous projects aimed at improving innovative construction methods and enhancing product and process efficiencies in building design. Rachel specializes in teaching design/build projects and has overseen multiple prototyping initiatives. Her work includes collaborations in interdisciplinary designs, and she is committed to fostering practical design education. She is also engaged in various research projects, including temporary accommodation solutions and building productivity initiatives. Rachel regularly accepts PhD students and is involved in community talks and exhibitions.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2012-01-01 — Present

Monash University • Melbourne, Australia

Lecturer and Research Project Manager focusing on industry research in architectural design and construction.

Awards

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Byera Hadley Travelling Scholarship

2014-01-01
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Dean’s Research Team Year 2025

2025-01-01

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

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.