Dr. Robert Francis

Professor

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Biography

Rob Francis completed his BSc (Hons) in Landscape Ecology with First Class Honours at De Montfort University in 2000 and earned his PhD in Geography from the University of Birmingham in 2004. He began his academic career as a lecturer in Ecology at King's College London in the same year. His research spans interdisciplinary areas within urban ecology, focusing on biodiversity, urban rivers, biogeomorphology, and reconciliation ecology. His work examines the impacts of invasive alien species, particularly in freshwater urban ecosystems, and warfare ecology within the context of nature-society interactions. Additionally, he conducts educational scholarship, emphasizing assessment and feedback mechanisms. Professor Francis has published over 70 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters and authored five books, contributing significantly to the field of Urban Ecology and Landscape Ecology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Urban Ecology & Society

2004-01-01 — Present

King's College London • London, ENG

Teaching and leading interdisciplinary research in urban ecology and related fields.

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
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  • 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.