Dr. Alvin Cheung

Associate Professor

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Biography

Alvin Cheung is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests lie in Database Management Systems, Programming Systems, and the development of advanced computing ecosystems. He leads the EPIC Data Lab and is involved with the Sky Computing Lab and SpeciaLIzed Computing Ecosystems (SLICE). Professor Cheung teaches courses such as CS 186: Introduction to Database Systems, where he focuses on fundamental principles of database design and implementation, as well as advanced topics in database systems. His contributions to the field include numerous publications, highlighting his work in hierarchical decoding and code translation, engaging with a wide array of applications in natural language processing and computer science.

Research Interests

Database Management Systems Programming Systems

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Teaching and conducting research in areas of Database Management Systems and Programming Systems.

Courses

CS 186: Introduction to Database Systems

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.