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We take a multidisciplinary approach in addressing contemporary research problems from a natural science perspective.

Our higher degree research students work alongside leading researchers and are supported with resources and professional training. We offer a range of exciting research opportunities for both Master of Research and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students.

Higher degree research areas

  • Animal behaviour
  • Biochemistry
  • Biotechnology
  • Climate science
  • Conservation biology
  • Ecology
  • Environmental chemistry, management or science
  • Evolutionary processes
  • Geology
  • Geomorphology
  • GIS and remote sensing
  • Glycomics
  • Marine science
  • Medicinal chemistry
  • Molecular omics
  • Proteomics
  • Sustainable chemical systems
  • Synthetic biology or chemistry