Dr. Don Taylor

Associate Professor

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Biography

Don Taylor is an Associate Professor in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sydney. His research interests are primarily in the field of algebra, focusing on computations in groups, combinatorics, representation theory, and particularly permutation groups that are associated with 'geometric' structures. He has worked on the structure of unitary reflection groups, group actions, and representations of groups, including non-associative algebras that arise from Lie algebras. Taylor has contributed significantly to the field through various publications, including a notable work titled 'Unitary Reflection Groups' published by Cambridge University Press in 2009. His expertise is further recognized through his involvement in leading research groups and collaborative projects within his field.

Research Interests

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.