Dr. Kai Zheng

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Biography

Zheng Kai is a Lecturer at the Singapore University of Technology and Design, specializing in Architecture and Sustainable Design. His work primarily investigates building performance with a focus on evaporative cooling systems to achieve thermal comfort in tropical climates. He is recognized for his efforts in developing architectural systems that promote building wellness and health, particularly in pandemic resilient architecture. Zheng holds a doctoral degree in Building Science from the National University of Singapore and a Bachelor’s degree in Project and Facilities Management with 2nd Upper Honors from the same institution. He is a Building and Construction Authority Green Mark Accredited Professional and has published several research papers addressing the impacts of architectural design on thermal comfort and energy systems. His research interests include building performance, architectural energy systems, evaporative cooling, building envelopes, and wellness in architecture.

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Experience

Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

Singapore University of Technology and Design • Singapore

Lecturer in the Architecture Sustainable Design Pillar, focusing on building performance and sustainable architecture.

Requirements for Singapore University of Technology and Design

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
At least a Bachelor's degree or above
Application Checklist
  • Original Undergraduate/Master's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Statement of Objectives (3,000 words)
  • Three Recommendation Letters (Referees)
  • Identity Card or Passport
  • TOEFL/IELTS score report
  • GRE score report (Highly recommended, optional for EPD/ISTD)
  • CV/Resume
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

This applies to PhD programs in Architecture and Sustainable Design (ASD), Engineering Product Development (EPD), Engineering Systems and Design (ESD), Information Systems Technology and Design (ISTD), Science, Mathematics and Technology (SMT), and Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS).