Dr. Roberta Pires Vasconcellos

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Biography

Roberta Pires Vasconcellos is a passionate researcher and lecturer at the University of New South Wales, specializing in Sport and Exercise Psychology within the School of Health Sciences. She completed her PhD at the Australian Catholic University, focusing on positive psychology education. Her research interests are primarily centered on understanding children's and adolescents' development in today's digitally oriented world. Through her work, Roberta aims to support parents in raising happy, healthy, and confident children while contributing to policies and practices that promote well-being for future generations. Her broader research interests include behavioral sciences, particularly within the self-determination theory framework in exercise and movement behavior contexts. Roberta has also been involved in various research projects and collaborations, funded by prestigious scholarships and grants, that explore the intersection of physical activity and mental health.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney

Lecturer and course convenor for Sport and Exercise Psychology in the School of Health Sciences.

Awards

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Australian Research Council Scholarship

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High Degree Research Scholarship

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Research Scholarship

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Research Trainee Scholarship

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.