Dr. Alberto Salvatierra

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alberto de Salvatierra is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Undergraduate) at the University of Calgary's School of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape. He is the founding principal of PROXIIMA, a multi-scalar design practice based in Calgary, and has been recognized as an alumnus of the Global Shapers Community through the World Economic Forum. With a critical focus on the intersection of urbanism, data, and architecture, Salvatierra leads the Center for Civilization, which serves as a design research lab and think tank. His research encompasses various aspects of urbanism, exploring the connections between technology, society, and civilization. Alberto is notable for his transdisciplinary approach, integrating advanced digital methodologies with a commitment to addressing social and environmental dimensions of the built environment. His educational initiatives include redesigning curricula for architecture and landscape architecture programs at UNA-LV and developing a new Bachelor of Design in City Innovation at the University of Calgary. This program aims to prepare students for diverse fields related to city innovation, emphasizing sustainability and computational design.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.