Dr. Joshua Taron

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joshua Taron is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean (Research & Innovation) at the University of Calgary's School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape. He co-directs the Laboratory for Integrative Design (LID) and acts as academic co-lead of the Cities & Societies area within the Institute for Transdisciplinary Scholarship. Taron's work integrates digital design and fabrication tools with the objective of addressing challenges at the intersection of industry and society, emphasizing innovation in design-based research curriculum. His current transdisciplinary research explores construction innovation through collaboration across various fields including computer science, engineering, social work, and community-engaged art. The collaborative and holistic nature of Taron’s work aims to overcome disciplinary silos and contribute to building institutional resilience amid changing conditions. He is dedicated to integrating digital innovation with inclusive climate action and community engagement in both his teaching and research. Taron is recognized as a leading figure in efforts to create a sustainable built environment, ensuring that architecture meets the broader needs of society in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

Research Interests

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.