Dr. Hedley Grantham

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hedley Grantham is an Associate Professor and Senior Research Fellow at the University of New South Wales, working in the School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Queensland, focusing on conservation planning and dynamic systems. He is also the Chief Scientist at Bush Heritage Australia and serves as Director of Research at the Fowlers Gap Arid Zone Research Station. With over 15 years of experience in international conservation, Hedley has managed significant projects related to marine and terrestrial conservation in more than 30 countries. His post-doctoral fellowship at UQ, in partnership with the Nature Conservancy, emphasized systematic planning for Marine Protected Area networks, particularly in regions like Raja Ampat, Indonesia. His research interests include developing strategic conservation strategies that integrate ecological, social, and economic factors, engaging stakeholders, and utilizing decision support tools for effective biodiversity protection. Grantham aims to design and monitor adaptable management systems to safeguard essential biodiversity while enhancing community benefits.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Fellow

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Conducting research in the fields of conservation planning and ecosystem science, focusing on biodiversity and effective conservation strategies.

Chief Scientist

— Present

Bush Heritage Australia • Sydney, NSW, Australia

Leading scientific initiatives to promote biodiversity conservation.

Director of Research

— Present

Fowlers Gap Arid Zone Research Station • Fowlers Gap, NSW, Australia

Overseeing research activities and projects aimed at conserving arid ecosystems.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.