Dr. Mehdi Taheri

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Mehdi Taheri is a postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Architecture at Monash University. His primary role involves leading and contributing to innovative research projects focused on advancing decarbonisation in the building sector through policy reform. Mehdi conducts research, publishes findings in reputable journals, and develops non-traditional research outputs to support research mobilisation and collaboration with industry partners, particularly the Global Buildings Performance Network (GBPN). He holds a BSc in Architectural Engineering, an MSc in Architectural Studies, and a PhD in History and Theory of Art and Architecture. His PhD investigated the refined concept of "Architectural Diplomacy," focusing on the interaction between architecture, material culture, and diplomacy through an interdisciplinary approach. Mehdi's research interests span architectural history, heritage studies, and conceptual histories, contributing to discussions surrounding the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Research Interests

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.