Dr. Ian Hunt

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ian Hunt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Calgary, focusing on enhancing chemical education, particularly in organic chemistry. His teaching emphasizes effective mechanisms to promote understanding and application in organic reactions, such as Diels-Alder reactions. Hunt's research interests include physical organic chemistry, emphasizing Lewis acid catalyzed reactions and the efficiency of catalytic (asymmetric) processes. He has made significant contributions to the field, as demonstrated by his directed courses and commitment to teaching excellence. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry from the University of East Anglia.

Research Interests

Awards

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Teaching Excellence Award

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Student Union Teaching Excellence Award - Hall Fame

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Student Union Teaching Excellence Award

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Student Union Teaching Excellence Award

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University of Calgary, SU Teaching Award

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award (Nominated)

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award (Nominated)

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award (Nominated)

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award (Nominated)

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Faculty of Science, Teaching Excellence Award

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Nominated Faculty of Science candidate for Presidents Circle Teaching Excellence Award

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award (Nominated)

Courses

Organic Chemistry

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.