Research in agriculture, food and ecosystem sciences

We develop high-quality, high-impact solutions to address a wide range of issues including climate change, food security, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species, and environmentally and economically sustainable agricultural practices.

Research prospectus

The School of Agriculture, Food and Ecosystem Sciences embraces a wide range of disciplines in the study of ecosystem processes and ecosystem management. Our staff and students work in urban, rural, and wildland settings in Australia and across the globe. Our school undertakes research to address environmental issues such as climate change, bushfires, urban sustainability, biodiversity conservation, sustainable forest management, invasive species and biosecurity threats.

Explore our research prospectus to find out what projects our leading academics are investigating.

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PhDs and Masters by research

Do you see yourself developing new ways to integrate trees into urban environments? Trialling canopy bridges to connect mammal populations? How about working to solve global challenges in sustainable agricultural practice and food security?

If you're interested in any of these topics, and many more, studying for a PhD in our school could be the first step in an exciting research career.

Graduate research options