Dr. Chi Lee

Professor

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Biography

Professor Chi King Lee is a prominent figure in the field of Civil Engineering with extensive expertise in numerical modeling and structural engineering. His research emphasizes sustainable construction materials, particularly in relation to steel structures and protective engineering systems. Dr. Lee's career commenced after obtaining his PhD from the University of London, Imperial College, in 1996, following an MPhil and BSc(Eng) from the University of Hong Kong. He has served as a professor at UNSW Canberra since 2015, with previous positions at Nanyang Technological University and the University of Hong Kong where he was a post-doctoral fellow. His impactful research has led to him being elected as an Editorial Board member for the international journal 'Engineering Structures' in August 2021. He is involved in several international journal reviews and contributes significantly to advancing understanding in structural mechanics and construction materials. Additionally, he offers consultation expertise, having worked with PSA Singapore on dynamic fatigue studies of container quay cranes. Dr. Lee's scholarship opportunities foster research in sustainable engineering applications, aimed at enhancing knowledge in higher education domains.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2015-06-01 — Present

UNSW Canberra • Canberra, Australia

Lead research and teaching in Civil Engineering.

Associate Professor

2002-01-01 — 2015-06-01

Nanyang Technological University • Singapore

Engaged in teaching and research in Civil Engineering.

Assistant Professor

2000-01-01 — 2001-01-01

Nanyang Technological University • Singapore

Taught courses in Civil Engineering.

Lecturer

1998-01-01 — 2000-01-01

Nanyang Technological University • Singapore

Conducted lectures and seminars in Civil Engineering.

Post-doctoral Fellow

1996-01-01 — 1997-01-01

University of Hong Kong • Hong Kong

Performed research in Civil and Structural Engineering.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.