Dr. Alex Dixon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alex Dixon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Warwick, where he has been engaged in both teaching and research since completing his integrated Master's degree in Computer Science and PhD focused on automata theory. As part of the Theory Foundations group, his primary teaching responsibilities include leading modules on Functional Programming and Principles of Video Game Development, as well as co-managing the Algorithms course. He is distinguished by his departmental role as a Teaching Mentor, fostering the development of graduate teaching assistants and supporting the critical roles of lab and seminar tutors. His research interests revolve around automata theory and game semantics, emphasizing the intersection of programming language theory and automata defined by infinite alphabets. He has authored several notable publications in this area and maintains a personal interest in game design and ludology, actively engaging with the philosophical aspects of gaming education.

Research Interests

Courses

CS141 Functional Programming CS276 Principles of Video Game Development CS260 Algorithms

Requirements for University of Warwick

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.1
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:59
Reading
Required:59
Writing
Required:59
Speaking
Required:59
Overall
Required:62
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in Engineering or a related STEM discipline
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Official transcripts
  • Degree certificate
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency evidence
Specialization Notes

Includes General, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Biomedical, and Manufacturing Engineering. Most programs fall under English Band A.