Dr. Alistar Robertson

Professor

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Biography

Alistar Robertson is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Western Australia, specializing in aquatic ecology and the interactions between plants and animals in marine habitats. He was educated at the University of Melbourne, where he earned both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in zoology, culminating in a PhD in 1979. His research career has included numerous positions across universities and government laboratories in Australia and internationally. He has a strong focus on the study of wetlands and riparian ecosystems and has undertaken extensive fieldwork in various ecosystems worldwide. Robertson joined UWA in 2002 as Dean of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and later served as Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) until his retirement in 2013. His future research includes the ecological impacts of environmental change on wetland and terrestrial habitats. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of aquatic ecosystems and their management, evidenced by his involvement in several notable projects and collaborations within the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Served as an Emeritus Professor and Senior Honorary Research Fellow, involved in various research and consultancy projects related to aquatic ecosystems.

Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research)

2008-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Oversaw research initiatives and coordinated research governance across the university.

Dean

2002-01-01 — 2007-01-01

Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Led the faculty and managed academic affairs, focusing on research and education in the natural and agricultural sciences.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
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