Professor Dr. Adam Schwartzkopff

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Adam Schwartzkopff is a senior lecturer in Mining Engineering at the University of Western Australia, focusing on 3D failure criteria and constitutive modeling of rock masses. His postdoctoral research involved investigating fault mechanics and microseismicity using extended finite element (XFEM) methods in the context of in-situ fluid injection experiments on pre-existing faults. He completed his PhD on predicting breakdown pressures and fracture propagation in hydraulic fracturing using artificial rock specimens that replicated intact cracks. He possesses extensive experience in rock mechanics, fracture mechanics, and numerical modeling, which has led to significant collaborations and contributions in related research fields.

Research Interests

Rock Mechanics Fracture Mechanics Hydraulic Fracturing Fault Mechanics Numerical Modeling

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2017-01-31 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Teaching and researching in Mining Engineering with a focus on rock mechanics and hydraulic fracturing.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae

Application Checklist

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.