Dr. Tobias Penno

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Biography

Tobias Penno is an academic lecturer in Social Work at the University of Western Australia. His notable publication 'How Ayahuasca Offers Psychosocial Wellbeing' won the social work research prize in 2017. As a co-founder of the Australian Psychedelic Society WA Chapter, Tobias coordinates the Mental Health Professional Network’s local Psychedelic Community Practice. His primary research focus is on the therapeutic skillset required for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Currently involved in the Reset Mind Sciences clinical trial addressing treatment-resistant depression, Tobias emphasizes the importance of a socially vibrant learning environment in his teaching. He strives to provide students with an education grounded in the science of human nature and experiential learning. His ongoing projects include researching the efficacy of psilocybin-assisted therapy and the role of social work in the psychedelic renaissance. Tobias is also finalizing his PhD focused on interpersonal neurobiology and psychedelic-assisted therapy, seeking to establish a new framework for psychotherapeutic practices in psychedelic healing.

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Lecturer

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Lecturer in Social Work and Social Policy, focusing on psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and social work.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.