Dr. Mike Katchabaw

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mike Katchabaw is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Western University. His research focuses on Game Design and Development, with interests primarily revolving around the design and development of video games. Through his work, Katchabaw explores how games can create compelling experiences for players and address complex computing challenges at the intersection of arts, social sciences, and business. His particular research interests include game analytics, storytelling, believable artificial intelligence, procedural content generation, and adaptive game systems. Katchabaw has collaborated with various industry partners, reflecting a thriving interplay between academia and the growing gaming sector. He earned his Ph.D. from Western University in 2002 and began his academic career there immediately after completing his B.Sc. Katchabaw's contributions to the field include published works that demonstrate his dedication to advancing the field of video game development.

Research Interests

Courses

Object-Oriented Design Analysis Computer Networks I Game Development Project Game Design Ethical Societal Implications of Artificial Intelligence

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.