Dr. Anna Pekinasova

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Anna Pekinasova is an Assistant Professor (Teaching) at the Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary. She holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from the University of Calgary, which she is expected to complete in 2025, as well as a Master of Engineering and a Bachelor of Engineering, also from the University of Calgary and McMaster University respectively. Her research focuses on various aspects of engineering education, particularly in computer applications, geotechnical engineering, and the impact of changing climate on engineering practices. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Anna is engaged in scholarly activities that emphasize the importance of adaptive engineering practices in cold regions and the integration of computational methods into geotechnical engineering. She is committed to enhancing engineering education through innovative teaching methodologies and believes in the significance of preparing engineering students to tackle contemporary challenges in a changing environment.

Research Interests

Courses

Geotechnical Engineering II Programming Data Engineering Statics

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.