Dr. Michael Sia

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael Sia is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, specializing in radiation oncology. He completed his medical degree and radiation oncology residency training at the University of Toronto, where he also undertook a fellowship in genitourinary oncology. His clinical practice is primarily focused on breast and genitourinary malignancies, and he is actively involved in prostate brachytherapy programs utilizing both high-dose-rate (HDR) and low-dose-rate (LDR) techniques. Dr. Sia has a keen interest in medical education and serves as the residency program director for radiation oncology. He is currently the Associate Director of Education in the Department of Oncology at the University of Calgary, dedicated to advancing educational initiatives within the field of radiation oncology, ensuring that residents receive comprehensive training to prepare them for successful careers.

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
  • 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.