Dr. Helen Kurki

Professor

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Biography

Helen Kurki is a biological anthropologist whose research focuses on morphological variation in recent humans and the evolutionary, cultural, and developmental mechanisms that produce this variation. Her main research approach involves the analysis of functional anatomy and skeletal biology in humans, employing traditional osteological methods as well as 3D modeling of the skeleton. Her interests include biological anthropology, skeletal biology, and hominin functional anatomy, particularly regarding skeletal growth and development. Dr. Kurki has published several significant works that explore various aspects of human evolutionary biology and morphology, contributing to the understanding of adaptive processes in human evolution.

Research Interests

Courses

ANTH 251 ANTH 317 ANTH 351 ANTH 454 ANTH 551/651

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.