Dr. Paola Beneras

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Paola Beneras is an Applied Economist specializing in Health Economics, Labour Economics, and Development Economics. Her research focuses on Poverty, Inequality, Gender, and the intergenerational transmission of outcomes. With a keen interest in pedagogical methods, she strives to enhance students' understanding of complex economic concepts. Paola teaches various courses including Intermediate Macroeconomics, Descriptive Statistics, Probability, Statistical Inference, and Economics of Family. Her academic credentials include a PhD from Dalhousie University, affirming her expertise in the aforementioned areas.

Research Interests

Courses

Intermediate Macroeconomics Descriptive Statistics Probability Statistical Inference Economics of Family

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
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:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.