Dr. Mark Hamilton

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Mark Giles Hamilton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Toronto and a Doctor of Medicine degree from McGill University. He completed a residency in Neurosurgery at the University of Calgary, gaining his Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) designation in 1991. Since joining the Department of Clinical Neurosciences at the University of Calgary in 1994, he has held various roles, including Professor and Chief of the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery. Dr. Hamilton has been involved in significant research and clinical initiatives, particularly in the area of adult hydrocephalus, where he established the University of Calgary Adult Hydrocephalus Program. He chaired the Adult Hydrocephalus Clinical Research Network, focusing on improving patient outcomes through research, including NIH-funded studies to evaluate shunting as a treatment for idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH). His scholarly work is recognized in multiple professional societies, and he has contributed to editorial boards in neurosurgery journals. Dr. Hamilton continues to be an influential figure in advancing the understanding and treatment of various neurosurgical conditions, leading innovative projects aimed at reducing the risk of infections associated with CSF shunt procedures.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1994-01-01 — Present

University of Calgary • Calgary, AB, Canada

Joined the Department of Clinical Neurosciences and has held various roles, including Chief of the Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery.

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.