Beth Saggers

Professor Beth Saggers is a leading academic in inclusive education and autism research at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). She holds a PhD from the University of Queensland and has over 35 years of experience in education and research. Her roles include Principal Supervisor for PhD candidates and Associate Supervisor for multiple research projects.

**Education**:

• PhD (University of Queensland)
• MEd (University of Queensland)
• BEd (Queensland University of Technology)
• Diploma of Teaching (Queensland University of Technology)

**Research Focus**: Driven by transdisciplinary and translational approaches, her work emphasizes inclusive practices for learners on the autism spectrum, student voice, and mental health. She leads projects under the Autism CRC and collaborates internationally to bridge research and real-world applications.

**Awards**:

• Autism CRC Achievement Award (2017)
• Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Awards (2011, 2015)
• Research Chair (AEIOU Foundation, 2014–2021)

**Teaching & Supervision**: Teaches courses like EUN641 and EUN642, focusing on multi-tiered support systems. Supervises doctoral and master’s research on autism inclusion, neurodivergent identity, and early childhood education.

**Labs/Teams**: Active in QUT’s Centre for Inclusive Education (C4IE) and Centre for Child and Family Studies. Collaborates with global networks to advance inclusive education policies and practices.