Dr. Philip Langill

Associate Professor

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Biography

Philip Patrick Luke Langill is an Associate Professor (Teaching) and the Director of the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory at the University of Calgary. He earned his PhD in Astrophysics from the University of Calgary in 1994, and also holds an MSc in Nuclear Physics and a BSc in Honors Physics from the University of Alberta, alongside a BSc in Astrophysics from the University of Calgary. Langill has made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics, particularly in areas related to observational techniques and public outreach through the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory. His work emphasizes the importance of community engagement in science education. He has been recognized multiple times for his teaching excellence and contributions to science outreach, receiving awards from the Royal Astronomical Society Canada and the University of Calgary's Faculty of Science.

Research Interests

Awards

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Student Union Teaching Excellence - Nomination

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Faculty of Science Award / Community Engagement

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RASC President's Award

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Student's Union Teaching Excellence - Honorable Mention

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Alberta Science Technology Leadership Foundation

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Peter Sim Memorial Award

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Students' Union Teaching Excellence Award

Courses

ASPH 307 Introduction Observational Astrophysics

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.