Dr. Sean Perera

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sean Perera is a transdisciplinary scholar with international expertise in cross-cultural communication. His research explores STEAM communication among culturally and linguistically diverse teachers and learners. Currently, he serves as the Academic Sub Dean of Graduate Studies and is responsible for convening the Bachelor of Studies program at the Australian National University (ANU). Sean holds a Bachelor of Science triple-major in microbiology, chemistry, and zoology, obtained in 2000, and a master’s degree in agriculture from 2004. He earned his PhD in science communication from ANU in 2010 and has worked as a research scientist in South Asia. His significant achievements include being awarded the ANU College of Science Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning, the ANU Vice-Chancellor's Award for Public Policy Outreach, and a Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy in the UK. Additionally, he contributed to the 'Inspiring Australia Recommendations' report for the Federal Government, which aims to develop the evidence base for science engagement in Australia. Sean is also a member of the Australian Academy of Science and has been involved in several collaborative projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Academic Sub Dean & Program Convenor

— Present

Australian National University • Canberra, ACT

Oversees graduate studies and convenes the Bachelor of Studies program.

Awards

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Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning

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Vice-Chancellor's Award for Public Policy Outreach

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Fellowship

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.