Dr. Francois Brassard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Francois Brassard is a Canadian myrmecologist whose research focuses on ants, a crucial component of terrestrial ecosystems. He studied for his MSc in Montreal and contributed to research in Hong Kong before completing his PhD in Darwin. Currently, he is a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Western Australia, where he is a recipient of the Forrest Fellowship. His research emphasizes ant diversity in Southwestern Western Australia, a region recognized as a biodiversity hotspot of global importance. His projects encompass various fields including restoration ecology, biogeography, taxonomy, and conservation. Brassard's work engages with significant ecological issues while aiming to enhance understanding of ant roles in their ecosystems.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Fellow

2023-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Conducting research on ant diversity and its ecological implications as part of the Forrest Fellowship.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.