Dr. Eleanor Bruce

Associate Professor

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Biography

Eleanor Bruce is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, specializing in the geographical dimensions of coupled human-environment systems. Her work employs spatial models to examine the drivers of change, particularly in biophysical coastal processes in response to climate variability and landscape change detection. She has combined participatory mapping with Volunteered Geographic Information (VGI) to enhance socio-ecological resilience. Her interdisciplinary research has included projects in Cambodia, focusing on geo-spatial technologies for environmental monitoring in collaboration with local management authorities and UNESCO. Eleanor's recent research involves spatial modeling and remote sensing to assess environmental livelihood security in coastal environments of the South Pacific. She coordinates courses related to marine science and GIS and supervises several higher degree students. Eleanor's research aligns with the Faculty of Science's strengths, particularly in understanding planetary and environmental changes, sustainability, and exploration technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

Teaching and research in marine science and geospatial technologies.

Courses

GEOS3014/3914 GIS Coastal Management GEOS2111/2911 Natural Hazards: GIS Approach GEOS1001 Earth, Environment and Society MARS5507 Marine Research Project MARS5508 Marine Research Project

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.