Dr. Ke Zou

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ke Zou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of British Columbia. He has been in this position since February 2018. Prior to this, he served as a Post-doctoral Associate in the Department of Applied Physics at Yale University from November 2012 to January 2018. Dr. Zou's research mainly focuses on Molecular Beam Epitaxy, exploring synthesis design for quantum materials. He is actively engaged in supervising students in this cutting-edge field and encourages their participation in related research activities.

Research Interests

Molecular Beam Epitaxy Quantum Materials

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-02-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy.

Post-doctoral Associate

2012-11-01 — 2018-01-31

Yale University • New Haven, CT, USA

Conducted research in the Department of Applied Physics.

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.