Dr. Ian Mitchell

Professor

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Biography

Ian Mitchell is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of British Columbia, with extensive academic experience and a focus on Formal Methods, Robotics, and Scientific Computing. He completed his B.A.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees at the University of British Columbia, and obtained a Ph.D. from Stanford University. His career includes roles such as Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at UBC, and he has served as Head of the Computer Science Department from 2021 to 2023. His research includes advancements in Formal Methods and applications in Robotics and Scientific Computing, contributing to various research groups including the Scientific Computing Laboratory. Ian is an accomplished educator, offering a range of courses that span from foundational programming to advanced computational robotics, shaping the next generation of computer scientists.

Research Interests

Formal Methods Robotics Scientific Computing

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Engaged in teaching and research in the Department of Computer Science.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Conducted research and taught courses in computer science.

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Initiated academic career with responsibilities in research and teaching.

Visiting Faculty

— Present

University of California at Berkeley • Berkeley, CA

Served as a visiting faculty member contributing to research in computer science.

Awards

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UBC Computer Science Undergraduate Team Award

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IEEE Conference Decision Control

Courses

Programming, Problem Solving, Algorithms Introduction Systematic Program Design Computation, Programs, Programming Computational Robotics Parallel Computation Computing Life Sciences

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.