Dr. Neville Fowkes

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Biography

Neville Fowkes is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Western Australia specializing in mathematical modelling, with a focus on continuum mechanics problems that arise in industrial and scientific contexts. He has participated in over 30 Maths Industry Study Groups (MISGs) across various countries including Indonesia, Laos, Thailand, Portugal, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and South Africa. His involvement spans industrial mathematics problem-solving sessions for prominent companies such as Uncle Toby's, BHP, and DuPont. Fowkes has written a textbook on mathematical modelling, used in industrial mathematics courses throughout Australia and Southeast Asia. His research funding has come from multiple sources, including the Fundação para Ciência e Tecnologia in Portugal and the Australian Research Council. His research interests include applied mathematical methods, fluid dynamics, and industrial mathematics. Fowkes has also contributed to the development of mathematics programs in countries like Laos and Portugal and has organized graduate research workshops in Canada and South Africa.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Research Fellow

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Involved in research and consultancy, focusing on mathematical modelling and industrial mathematics.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • Personal Statement
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Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.