Dr. Michael Cavers

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael Cavers is an academic with a focus on combinatorics, graph theory, and discrete mathematics. He holds a PhD in Spectral Graph Theory from the University of Regina, completed in 2010, and has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on topics such as Markov chain models and eigenvalue problems in graphs. His research interests extend to mathematical geophysics and mathematics education, emphasizing the importance of theoretical foundations in applied contexts. Throughout his career, Cavers has developed new methodologies and analytical techniques that contribute to a deeper understanding of complex mathematical structures. He remains actively engaged in academic research, with a particular emphasis on practical applications of graph theory in seismology and related fields.

Research Interests

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
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  • 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.