Dr. Ciaran O Hare

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ciaran O'Hare is a Senior Lecturer and an ARC DECRA Fellow at the University of Sydney. His research primarily focuses on the interface of astronomy and particle physics, with a particular interest in understanding the nature of dark matter through observations of the Milky Way and conducting particle physics experiments on Earth. His work aligns with the Faculty of Science's research strengths, including the understanding of the universe and the development of technologies for Earth and space exploration. O'Hare is involved in various undergraduate and higher degree research projects, emphasizing astrophysics and relativity concepts. He has received notable grants, such as the ARC Discovery Early Career Research Award (DECRA) for his work on probing particle physics and primordial cosmology using neural network field theories. O'Hare's contributions to the field have been recognized in various media outlets, highlighting his research on dark matter detection and the implications of neutrinos in particle physics.

Research Interests

Courses

Astronomy: Big Bang to Darkness Astrophysics: Space Science Astrophysics: Relativity

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.