Dr. Suzanne Hand

Professor

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Biography

Professor Suzanne Hand is an esteemed vertebrate palaeontologist with a research focus on the history of Australian mammals and the effects of climate and environmental change on Australia and New Zealand. Her research interests encompass palaeontology, phylogenetics, and biogeography, with specific emphases on taxonomy, systematics, morphometrics, and biocorrelation. Notably, she has invested significant effort in understanding the fossil representatives of modern bats, essential components of Australasian biodiversity. Over her career, Professor Hand has supervised a diverse array of students, contributing substantially to the academic environment at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). She has been involved with the UNSW palaeontology group, studying fossil-rich deposits in the Riversleigh World Heritage Area for over four decades, which has greatly enhanced our understanding of Australian vertebrate diversity through innovative research and methodological advancements.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Professor

1986-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Kensington, NSW, Australia

Significant contributions to vertebrate palaeontology and supervision of multiple postgraduate students.

Awards

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Fellow

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Fellow

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Dorothy Hill Medal

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
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