Dr. Andrew Hector

Professor

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Biography

Andrew Hector is a community ecologist primarily focused on the consequences of biodiversity loss, stability, and the functioning of ecosystems, particularly their provision of ecological services. His current research emphasizes grassland and forest ecosystems, where he serves as a scientific leader in the Sabah Biodiversity Experiment in Borneo, investigating the impacts of enrichment planting on forest regeneration and logging. Additionally, he is involved in a new NERC thematic programme on human-modified tropical forests, including the SAFE project that studies the effects of forest fragmentation on biodiversity. On the grassland research front, he participates in the Nutrient Network, a global co-operative program aimed at understanding the impacts of nitrogen enrichment on grassland biodiversity. Beyond these main areas of interest, he also engages in ecological statistical analysis.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.