Dr. Chris Rizos

Professor

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Biography

Chris Rizos is an Emeritus Professor in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and a co-director of the Satellite Positioning (SNAP) Lab at UNSW. With a PhD in Satellite Geodesy, his research focuses on Global Satellite Systems (GNSS) and their applications across various fields, impacting not only geodesy but also areas like climate change monitoring, as well as engineering and surveying projects. Over his 20-year career, he has served in numerous international geodetic organizations, contributing to the evolution of the discipline and fostering significant global collaborations. His interests extend to high accuracy GNSS systems, digital mapping, and geospatial technology, leading innovations in positioning infrastructure and methodologies. Furthermore, Professor Rizos has supervised over 35 PhD candidates and 8 Master's students, and continues to mentor higher degree research students in areas such as geospatial data applications and geoid studies. He has published extensively, with over 650 journal and conference papers, highlighting his major contributions to the scientific community in terms of geodesy and satellite oceanography.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

1980-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Kensington, NSW

Emeritus Professor in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, co-director of the Satellite Positioning Lab.

Awards

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Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship

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Fellow

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Honorary Professor

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Excellence & Eminence Award

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

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