Dr. Simon Rosenbaum

Professor

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Biography

Simon Rosenbaum is a Professor in the School of Clinical Medicine at UNSW Sydney, focusing on Psychiatry and Mental Health. He co-leads the NExuS research group, which emphasizes the intersection of physical activity and mental health, particularly among populations exposed to trauma and social disadvantage. His work includes non-pharmacological treatments for individuals experiencing poor mental health and enhancing research capabilities in low-income, conflict-affected countries. Recognized as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher from 2019 to 2024, Simon has authored 280 peer-reviewed publications and delivered workshops in more than 25 countries. He served as the past president of the Australasian Society for Traumatic Stress Studies and was the inaugural co-chair of the Olympic Refuge Foundation's Think Tank, focusing on sports in humanitarian settings. His experience includes working as a community-based mental health psychosocial support officer for the United Nations International Organization for Migration during the Rohingya refugee response in Bangladesh. Currently, Simon is supported by the National Health Medical Research Council with an Emerging Leadership Fellowship and has founded Addi Moves, a free, trauma-informed exercise facility designed for individuals facing trauma and social exclusion in Marrickville, Sydney.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Professor in the School of Clinical Medicine focusing on Psychiatry and Mental Health.

Community-based Mental Health Psychosocial Support Officer

— Present

United Nations International Organisation for Migration • Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh

Provided psychosocial support in the Rohingya refugee response.

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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