Dr. Christopher Hawkes

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christopher Hawkes is an Associate Professor in the College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan. He holds a B.Sc. (1990) and a Ph.D. (1996) from the University of New Brunswick (U.N.B.). His expertise encompasses various aspects of Civil Geological Environmental Engineering, particularly focusing on caprock integrity, geological storage of CO2, geomechanical site characterization, hydraulic fracturing, and petroleum geomechanics. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of reservoir mechanics and wellbore stability through extensive research and practical projects. Dr. Hawkes' professional experience includes working as a Project Geoscientist at Advanced Geotechnology Inc. from 1996 to 2002. His research often integrates laboratory analysis of rock mechanical properties with numerical analytical modeling to address stresses, deformations, and fluid flow in porous media. His educational and research endeavors aim to improve the safety and efficiency of resources management.

Research Interests

Experience

Project Geoscientist

— Present

Advanced Geotechnology Inc. • Canada

Worked on various projects related to geological engineering and environmental assessments.

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

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:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.