Dr. Margo Seltzer

Professor

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Biography

Margo Seltzer is a Professor and Co-Head at the University of British Columbia in the Department of Computer Science. Her research primarily focuses on Data Management, Mining, Systems, and Networking. She is the head of the Software Practices Lab and has a broad interest in Systems Research. As an educator, she teaches courses on Computer Hardware and Operating Systems, including both undergraduate and graduate levels, having taught multiple terms of courses such as CPSC V 313 and CPSC V 508. Her professional contributions have established her as a leader in her research fields.

Research Interests

Data Management Data Mining Systems Networking

Courses

Computer Hardware Operating Systems

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.