Dr. Owen Standard

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Owen Standard is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Materials Science & Engineering at the University of New South Wales. His extensive research focuses on the processing-microstructure-property relationships in advanced ceramics, with functional applications in various fields including orthopaedics and dentistry. He has investigated colloidal processing of electroceramics, bioactive and bioinert ceramics, and the development of functional coatings for electronic applications. His teaching contributions include courses in metallography, microstructural analysis, and biomaterials. He has also coordinated programs such as the BE/MBiomedE and the Co-op Scholarship in Materials Science & Engineering. Additionally, Standard has served in various editorial roles and has been a member of the Advisory Panel for Orthopaedic Devices under the Therapeutic Goods Administration.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Lecturer in the School of Materials Science & Engineering, focusing on advanced ceramics.

Deputy Head of School

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Management and leadership role in the School of Materials Science & Engineering.

Visiting Researcher

— Present

Institute of Science and Technology for Ceramics – Centre of National Research • Faenza, Italy

Conducting research related to advanced ceramics.

Australian Research Council Postdoctoral Research Fellow

— Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Research in the School of Materials Science & Engineering.

Research Scientist

— Present

CRC Eye Research & Technology • University of New South Wales, Sydney

Research role focused on eye technology.

Courses

Metallography Microstructural Analysis Design and Application of Materials Science and Engineering Ceramic Materials Ceramic Processing Design Mechanical Properties of Biomaterials

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

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