Dr. Joshua Brian

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Biography

Joshua Brian is a community ecologist with particular interests in biological invasions and symbiosis, especially host-parasite interactions. He works with Dr. Jane Catford on the AlienImpacts project, focusing on understanding and predicting plant invasion dynamics. Prior to joining King's College London, he completed his PhD in Aquatic Ecology at the University of Cambridge and a Master's in Marine Biology at Victoria University of Wellington. His research aims to enhance the understanding of the processes, drivers, and impacts of water, land, and atmosphere ecosystems, addressing important environmental and societal challenges. He investigates the relationship between climate change and aspects of science, policy, and culture. As a member of the Political Ecology, Biodiversity & Ecosystem Services (PEBES) group, he collaborates on issues related to social reproduction of nature, environmental conservation, and resource management. Through the AlienImpacts project, he aims to develop approaches for accurately predicting the impacts of alien plants on floristic diversity.

Research Interests

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.