Dr. Erin Howden

Associate Professor

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Biography

Erin Howden is a climate scientist with a focus on understanding the impacts of climate variability and change on ecosystems and human communities. Her research integrates climate science with ecological models to assess the implications of climate-driven changes. Erin's work includes evaluating how extreme weather events can affect biodiversity and ecosystem functions, as well as identifying adaptive strategies for vulnerable regions. She collaborates extensively with policymakers and local communities to develop climate adaptation strategies that are informed by rigorous scientific research. Over the years, Erin has secured numerous grants to advance her research and has published multiple peer-reviewed articles on climate impact assessments. Through her expertise, she aims to contribute to a sustainable future by bridging the gap between scientific research and practical application in environmental policy.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Melbourne

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:16
Reading
Required:16
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:81
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline (Computer Science, Data Science, or Statistics) MAST10006 Calculus 2 MAST10007 Linear Algebra At least 12.5 credit points of computer programming subjects
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