Dr. Marica Cassis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Marica Cassis is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary with a strong focus on Byzantine Syriac History and Archaeology, particularly during Late Antiquity. She has a comprehensive educational background, holding a PhD from the University of Toronto (2007), an MA from the University of Toronto (2000), and a BA with Honours from the University of Alberta (1995). Dr. Cassis's research includes a SSHRC-funded project on Çadır Höyük, which investigates the evolution of a medieval site in central Turkey. Her academic endeavors contribute significantly to the understanding of rural Byzantine communities and their historical contexts. In addition to her research, she teaches various courses related to ancient civilizations, further disseminating knowledge in her areas of expertise.

Research Interests

Courses

Topics Late Antiquity Ancient Near East Late Roman Antiquity Byzantine History Archaeology

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.