The student will asist in cataloging digital images of killer whales, humpback whales, common dolphins and Australian fur seals obtained from tour boat operators and commercial fisherman for photo-idenification purposes. These data are being collected to study the movements and demographics of the various species in south-eastern Australia. If conditions and logistics are available, the student may have an opportunity to collect additional images in the field.
Language requirements:
English or French
Specific competences required :
General competences in Excel and R are required.
Safety issues:
N/A
Accommodation possibilities :
There may be accommodation available on campus but cheaper options can be found externally. Numerous websites will provide insights into costs:
https://flatmates.com.au
https://urbanest.com.au/melbourne/
https://www.student.com/au/melbourne?sort=commute_time_walking&university_slug=deakin-university
https://sha.com.au/locations/
Additional costs to be covered by the student:
Yes
Describe the additional costs to be covered by the student:
The student is expected to cover all their living costs when not in the field.
