Professor Peta Sanderson

Professor Peta Sanderson
Dean of Higher Education

Professor Peta Sanderson was appointed Dean, Higher Education in October 2025 and brings with her to Stanley College significant experience of educational settings in Australia, Singapore and the USA. Peta is Emeritus Professor of the University of Notre Dame Australia and has previously held leadership roles including Pro Vice Chancellor (PVC) Research, PVC International and Associate Provost. She also has significant experience in the VET sector as well as governance experience in the independent school environment in Western Australia. Peta has received a Citation from the ALTC for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning and a Vice Chancellor’s Award for Initiatives that Enhance Student Learning.

Qualification
  • Doctor of Philosophy (UWA)
  • Graduate Certificate of Business (Notre Dame Australia)
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) (UWA)
  • Graduate Australian Institute of Company Directors
  • Diploma of Training Design and Development

In the spirit of reconciliation, Stanley College acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.