Dr Tarin ONG
Assistant Dean (Learning and Teaching); Lecturer in Psychology, Criminology and Counselling
Dr Tarin Ong is Assistant Dean (Learning and Teaching) at Murdoch University Singapore and a Lecturer in Psychology, Criminology and Counselling. She is a registered Clinical Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 22 years of experience in mental health and higher education.
In her leadership role, Dr Ong leads strategic initiatives to strengthen teaching quality, academic standards and student success at the Singapore campus. Her responsibilities include academic integrity oversight, lecturer development, and the design of structured academic support and transition programmes.
Dr Ong teaches across psychology, criminology and counselling, integrating professional practice with disciplinary theory to prepare students for ethical and effective work in diverse settings.
Her research centres on three interconnected themes: inclusive education and student participation; psychological well-being and resilience; and digital engagement and its impact on learning and mental health.