Dr. Adrian Howkins

Associate Professor

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Biography

Adrian J Howkins is a Reader in Environmental History at the University of Bristol, with a focus on polar regions, national parks, and the intersection of religion and the environment. He has notably worked at the McMurdo Dry Valleys Long Term Ecological Research site in Antarctica and is currently writing a book about the histories of this region. His involvement with the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research's Ant-ICON group highlights his engagement with contemporary research on Antarctica. Additionally, he is active in projects exploring the history of national parks in the United Kingdom. Beyond his academic pursuits, Howkins serves as a self-supporting minister in the Church of England and as a curate at the Benefice of Cotham St Paul's, which includes the University of Bristol. Howkins is dedicated to advancing his research and encourages potential students interested in pursuing degrees in related fields.

Research Interests

Awards

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Global Teaching Fellow

2016-01-01
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University Research Fellowship

2020-01-01

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.