Dr. Sandra Gendera

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sandra Gendera is a Senior Research Officer at the Social Policy Research Centre (SPRC) and the Centre for Social Research in Health (CSRH) at the University of New South Wales. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Philosophy attained at the University of Vienna. Sandra specializes in social cultural anthropology and employs person-centered approaches in her research. She is skilled in utilizing qualitative in-depth methodologies to explore the intersections of social, relational, and cultural policy aspects that shape people's experiences with health, disability, drug and alcohol support, and service utilization. Her commitment to enhancing research capacity is demonstrated through collaborations with community organizations and researchers to design and conduct program evaluations. Sandra's work has contributed significant insights into the fields of social research, health policies, and the experiences of precarious workers.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Officer

— Present

Social Policy Research Centre • Sydney, Australia

Conducts research on social policy, health, and disability, utilizing qualitative methodologies.

Awards

#2015

Dean's Social Impact Award

#2013

Dean’s Social Impact Research Award

#2008

Gabriele Possanner Prize

#2008

Upper-Austrian Labour Union Research Award

#2007

Dr Maria Schaumayer Foundation Award

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.