Dr. Sara Jayne Williams

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sara-Jayne Williams is a Programme Leader in the Department of Geography and Environmental Management at the University of the West of England, Bristol. With a Ph.D. in experimental psychology from the University of Bristol and a background in child psychology, she focuses on Environmental Psychology, particularly exploring the relationship between the environment and people's behavior. Her research investigates children's agency within society, learning, resilience, and their potential roles as agents of change in response to climate change. Dr. Williams is involved in notable projects such as the Co-Investigator for the CCC-CATAPULT project, which examines how children can influence climate policy. Additionally, she contributes to the AHRC-funded VIP_CLEAR project, utilizing arts-based methodologies to understand young people's experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery. Her academic work emphasizes the fusion of research and teaching, earning her recognition through awards for teamwork with students. Her interests include behavior change, sustainability, and collaboration with diverse communities.

Research Interests

Experience

Programme Leader

— Present

University of the West of England, Bristol • Bristol, England

Leading the BSc Environmental Management course and conducting research in Environmental Psychology.

Requirements for University of the West of England, Bristol

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.2
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:51
Reading
Required:51
Writing
Required:51
Speaking
Required:51
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Honours degree in a relevant field Personal statement Reference
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • One or Two Academic References
  • English Language Proficiency Certificate
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate entry for departments within the College of Arts, Technology and Environment including Engineering, Architecture, and Geography Environmental Management.