Dr. Kurt Smith

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kurt Smith is an Associate Professor in the Department of Exercise Science, Physical & Health Education at the University of Victoria. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms responsible for physiological adaptations in the cerebral cardiovascular system throughout the human lifespan. He utilizes exercise and environmental interventions combined with innovative imaging modalities to provide a robust understanding of vascular structure and function in humans. His area of expertise includes the influence of exercise on cardiovascular health, particularly examining cerebral cardiovascular interactions and the effects of environmental interventions on cerebrovascular dynamics. Smith has contributed to various publications in the field, investigating topics such as the regulation of cerebral blood flow and the physiological responses to exercise in different populations.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. Admission depends on a supervisor making an offer.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two assessment reports
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Requires a supervisor recommendation.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Master's degree in Engineering
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Research Intent
  • Two assessment reports
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. PhD applicants must find a supervisor.

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
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in History or related field
Application Checklist
  • Resume
  • Statement of Intent
  • Two letters of reference
  • Writing sample
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of History. Higher IELTS requirement (7.0 overall) than general university minimum.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
BSc in Biology, Biochemistry or related field
Application Checklist
  • Identify a supervisor
  • CV
  • Two references
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Biology. GRE is NOT required.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
BSc in Biochemistry or Microbiology
Application Checklist
  • Resume
  • Transcripts
  • Two professor references
  • English proficiency scores
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Biochemistry / Department of Microbiology. TOEFL minimum is higher (100) for this department.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Physics and Astronomy. Graduate students must maintain a 5.0 (B) GPA during the program.