About
Deborah Kennedy is a Lecturer in Sustainable Development at Murdoch University's School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, within the College of Law, Arts and Social Sciences. Her teaching focuses on the political economy of sustainable development, ecological economics, and critical approaches to international development. She coordinates courses such as SUS305 Economics of Sustainability and SUS207 Overseas Aid and International Development, while also contributing to graduate programs like SUS523 Cities and Sustainability.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy (Sustainability Policy), Murdoch University
- Honours Degree (First Class) in Population, Resources and Technology, Murdoch University
- Bachelor of Economics, Murdoch University
Research Interests: Dr. Kennedy's work bridges ecological economics and critical development studies, emphasizing governance frameworks for climate adaptation. Her prior postdoctoral research (2008-2012) at Curtin University's CUSP Institute examined coastal climate change adaptation governance and risk management. She has also held policy roles in government and non-profit sectors.
Awards:
- 2019 Vice Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, Murdoch University
Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not listed, her academic trajectory reflects sustained engagement in sustainability policy research and interdisciplinary teaching innovations.
Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Murdoch's Sustainable Development programs and previously with Curtin University's Sustainability Policy (CUSP) Institute.
