Dr. Firas Moosvi

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Biography

Firas Moosvi is a lecturer in the Computer Science department at the University of British Columbia, specializing in interdisciplinary education with a focus on data science. He holds a PhD in Physics from UBC and a Master's degree in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto. His research interests encompass alternative grading systems, particularly in large STEM classes, and the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL). Firas explores learning analytics to uncover insights that can help reduce inequities in STEM programs. He has a strong appreciation for data visualization and actively engages in open source projects. Firas is enthusiastic about collaboration in teaching and learning initiatives and encourages students to reach out to him for opportunities related to honors thesis and directed studies projects in data science and education research.

Research Interests

Scholarship Teaching and Learning Alternative Grading Paradigms Learning Analytics Data Visualization Computer Science Education Research

Courses

Applied Machine Learning Computational Thinking Visualization Data Science Software Construction Computers Society Applied Industry Practices Programming, Problem Solving, Algorithms

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.