Dr. Shane Darke

Professor

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Biography

Emeritus Professor Shane Darke is a leading expert in illicit drug research with the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) since 1988. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of morbidity and mortality associated with illicit drug use, particularly concerning opioid and psychostimulant overdoses, psychopathology, suicide, and trauma. With a prolific output including 319 research articles, 6 books, and 85 monographs, Professor Darke's works are influential in the field. His recent publications include comprehensive guides such as the 'Clinician’s Guide to Illicit Drugs and Health' (2019) and the 'Pocket Guide to Drugs and Health' (2021), further enhancing the understanding of health impacts from major drugs. He serves as Regional Editor for 'Addiction', the leading journal in the field, covering Australasia and Southeast Asia, and is an Associate Editor for 'Drug & Alcohol Dependence' and 'Australian New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry'. His extensive research has cemented his reputation as a world expert in this area.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Leading expert in illicit drug research at the National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre.

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

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