Dr. Alan Hu

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Biography

Alan Hu is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He obtained his B.Sc. with Honors and Ph.D. from Stanford University in 1989 and 1996, respectively. Hu has extensive experience in formal verification techniques and has worked in the VLSI Computer-Aided Design Division at Fujitsu Laboratories America as a member of research staff. His research predominantly revolves around developing and applying automated formal verification methods, practical debugging tools, and designing protocols for computer systems, software, and VLSI chips. His work emphasizes automation and mathematical expressiveness in formal verification for practical usage. Hu's research targets real-world applications, focusing on complex design problems and verifying intricate systems. He has also held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at UBC since 1996. In addition to his research, he teaches courses related to algorithm design and formal verification.

Research Interests

Formal Methods Automated Formal Verification Debugging Tools Protocol Design Computer Systems Software Engineering VLSI Design

Courses

Intermediate Algorithm Design Analysis Introduction to Formal Verification

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.