Dr. Emily Roycroft

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Emily Roycroft is an ARC DECRA Fellow at the Australian National University within the Research School of Biology. Her research is centered on evolutionary and ecological demographic history, particularly the relationships between species and the environments in which they live. By utilizing genomics, Emily investigates evolutionary relationships, molecular evolution, historical biogeography, and conservation genomics in populations. She is especially focused on employing museum collections as a resource to advance the understanding of biodiversity loss, with a keen interest in Australian mammals and reptiles, particularly rodents, marsupials, and geckos. Emily has been instrumental in several projects concerning genomics and extinction and collaborates actively with peers in her field, demonstrating her commitment to addressing key issues in biodiversity and conservation.

Research Interests

Experience

ARC DECRA Fellow

— Present

Australian National University • Canberra, ACT, Australia

Leads research in evolutionary biology and conservation genomics, focusing on Australian species.

Requirements for Australian National University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.