Dr. Safira Abu Bakar

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Safira is an early career researcher currently working as a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Monash University Malaysia. Her research primarily involves neurodevelopmental disorders, with a focus on autism and ADHD, particularly in the realms of executive functions such as cognitive flexibility, socio-cognitive factors, and behavioral profiles. Safira's existing work includes cross-cultural comparisons of autistic traits between Malaysian and British general populations, and she explores components such as memory and emotion regulation within the broader autism phenotype. She has a strong interest in translational research, with applications of theoretical models and frameworks in clinical practice and education. Her teaching commitments include courses on Introduction to Psychological Inquiry and Mental Health & Wellbeing in Diverse Populations, focusing on health promotion interventions. Safira is also interested in the health impacts of neurodiverse individuals, including areas like sleep quality and exercise.

Research Interests

Courses

PSY1023: Introduction to Psychological Inquiry PSY3214: Mental Health & Wellbeing in Diverse Populations

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.