Overview/Introduction

Are you considering doing a PhD? We have many interesting projects waiting for talented postgraduate researchers. Follow the link below to browse our projects by topic, degree type or supervisor.

RSES Project finder:  http://rses.anu.edu.au/students/index.php?p=project_finder&a=r

Why do a PhD in Earth Sciences at RSES? PhD graduates are valued by a range of employers for their demonstrated creativity, innovation, independence, research and problem-solving abilities, and organisational skills. A PhD in Earth Sciences can lead to a whole new world of opportunities. For example, you may . become an educator or science communicator; . become a scientist in a university, industry or government research organisation; . help understand the environmental challenges facing modern society and participate in development of solutions; . gain access to a wide range of careers, not just in academic research. During your PhD studies at RSES, you may undertake field work in interesting and remote parts of the world, use and help develop cutting edge analytical and experimental equipment and techniques, and attend and present the findings of your original research at an international conference.

Enquiries:
For general enquiries regarding postgraduate study at RSES please contact

The Student Development Officer
Research School of Earth Sciences
The Australian National University
Canberra ACT 0200 AUSTRALIA

Tel: +61 2 6125 5176
Fax:+61 2 6125 0738
E-mail: student.admin.rses@anu.edu.au

The information published on the Study at ANU 2011 website applies to the 2011 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2010 website.