Dr. Jody Webster

Professor

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Biography

Professor Jody Webster is a prominent member of the School of Geosciences at the University of Sydney, specializing in Marine Geoscience. His research focuses on the multidisciplinary nature of marine geology, incorporating traditional sedimentology and stratigraphy with innovative methodologies in marine geophysics, paleoecology, and geochemistry. He has made significant contributions to the International Ocean Discovery Program (IODP), where he has been instrumental in recovering sediment cores from the seabed to comprehend past sea-level and climate changes. His work primarily investigates coral reef carbonate platform systems, aiming to address fundamental questions about paleoclimate variability and tectonics. Jody's extensive collaborations with both national and international researchers have led to various significant findings concerning the Great Barrier Reef. He has been awarded several large ARC Discovery grants to study the evolution of coral reefs in response to climate shifts. He teaches several undergraduate and postgraduate courses and is actively involved in supervising honors and doctoral students. Jody also holds key positions in various scientific boards and editorial roles, further highlighting his commitment to advancing geological sciences and education.

Research Interests

Courses

GEOS2115 GEOS3009 MARS5007

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.