Professor Dr. Benjamin Eggleton

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Biography

Professor Benjamin Eggleton is a leading researcher in Optical Physics and currently serves as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) at the University of Sydney. He is also the founding Director of the CUDOS, ARC Centre of Excellence for Ultrahigh bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems, and has held numerous prestigious fellowships, including ARC Laureate Fellow. Eggleton has made significant contributions to nonlinear optics, all-optical signal processing, and the development of novel photonic devices with applications in telecommunications. He has published over 500 journal articles with high citation metrics, showcasing his impact in the field of photonics. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the 2020 ANZOS W.H. (Beattie) Steel Medal and the 2020 Eureka Prize for Outstanding Science.

Research Interests

Optical Physics Nonlinear Optics Optical Signal Processing Photonics

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.