Dr. John Debs

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Biography

John Debs is an Associate Professor and Director of ANU MakerSpace at the Australian National University. He is a passionate educator and researcher with a focus on Ultra Cold Atomic Physics and innovative physics education. He convenes the nationally recognized course, Foundations of Physics, aimed at teaching students to think like physicists. As the founder of the ANU MakerSpace, he provides a community space for students and staff to learn and have access to tools and resources to create anything from artwork to electronics. John has received several education awards, including the Australian Award for University Teaching Excellence in 2017 and the Australian Institute of Physics Education Medal in 2022. His expertise also includes supervising research students and guiding topics that contribute to the unique fingerprint of his work.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor & Director

— Present

ANU MakerSpace, Physics Education Centre • Canberra

Associate Professor and Director at ANU MakerSpace, focusing on Physics education and research.

Requirements for Australian National University

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:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:80
PTE
Listening
Required:55
Reading
Required:55
Writing
Required:55
Speaking
Required:55
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree or international equivalent Cognate discipline for some specializations
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Copy of Passport
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across most Master of Science and Arts programs within the College of Science and College of Arts & Social Sciences.