Dr. Alice Shirley

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alice Shirley is an Associate Lecturer in the Agricultural Science Industries at the University of Sydney, with a focus on education. Her research is primarily centered on dairy cattle heat stress amelioration, aiming to enhance livestock production and welfare. She prioritizes sustainability, profitability, and productivity within livestock enterprises while integrating technology to support agricultural practices. Alice engages with industry stakeholders to bridge gaps in agricultural education and practice. As the coordinator for the Agricultural Science undergraduate Professional Development program, she develops students' professional skills through diverse work placements. Additionally, Alice teaches 'Global Challenges: Food, Water, Climate', providing students with a comprehensive overview of contemporary environmental challenges. Her contributions to the field have been highlighted in various media outlets, showcasing her research on animal welfare and climate impacts on agriculture.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Sydney

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:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.