Dr. John Backhouse

Assistant Professor

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Biography

John Backhouse is an Honorary Research Fellow who has a dedicated career in palynology, starting in 1968 with the Geological Survey of Western Australia. He focused primarily on analyzing Jurassic and Cretaceous samples collected from hydrogeological exploration boreholes in the Perth Basin and completed a palynological study of the Permian Collie Coalfield. Since joining the University of Western Australia in 1998, he has conducted studies related to the Late Triassic periods, particularly in the Goodwyn-Rankin fields. Backhouse has also engaged in consulting work on petroleum mining exploration across Western Australia and the Northern Territory. His main research interests include Cretaceous biostratigraphy and the taxonomy of dinoflagellate cysts. His expertise extends to biostratigraphy, micropalaeontology, marine geology, palaeontology, and palynology.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Research Fellow

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Conducts research primarily in palynology, focusing on studies of Cretaceous biostratigraphy and consulting work in petroleum exploration.

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
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