Dr. Beth Macdougall Shackleton

Associate Professor

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Biography

Beth MacDougall-Shackleton is an Associate Professor at Western University, specializing in evolutionary ecology and behavioral ecology, particularly in songbirds. Her research focuses on understanding the impact of human activities on natural habitats and populations, specifically how these factors affect genetic diversity. MacDougall-Shackleton employs a combination of cutting-edge immune genetic assays and intensive fieldwork, mainly utilizing song sparrows as a long-term study population. Her lab is located in the Biological & Geological Sciences department, benefiting from the advanced facilities at Western's Avian Research facility.

Research Interests

Evolutionary Ecology Behavioral Ecology Ecophysiology Ecological Immunology Sexual Selection Genetic Variation

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.