Our research is broadly based, within the bounds of applied ecology. However we have particular strengths in vertebrate pest control, conservation biology, environmental chemistry, habitat assessment, floodplain processes, and environmental planning and law. Research emphasis of the program can be best obtained by perusing staff interests , our publications and our grant income Postgraduate Studies Opportunities for postgraduate research are provided at honours, masters and PhD levels. Almost all of our research and related activities are conducted with external support. Both staff and postgraduate students benefit from engaging in highly relevant research with adequate budgets while at the same time forging important links with potential granting agencies and employers.
International students make up a small but significant component of the postgraduate student body.
Graduate Employment Graduates of the postgraduate program are gaining relevant employment. Further details can be obtained by perusing the alumni pages. This is in addition to project funding from a large variety of sources. Facilities developed using these funds include a vehicle fleet, field equipment, camping equipment, computer facilities and laboratory equipment. An ecology laboratory and an environmental chemistry laboratory provide many opportunities for project work.