Dr. Rajeev Nair

Professor

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Biography

Rajeev Sasidharan Nair is a Professor (Teaching) at the University of Calgary, specializing in Earth Sciences. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Alberta obtained in 2008, and has completed multiple degrees in Earth Sciences and Geology, including an M.S. from the University of Alberta and a B.S. from the University of Kerala. Nair has contributed to several significant publications, including works on the McMurray Formation and the evaluation of portable XRF systems for basalt characterization, demonstrating expertise in geochemical processes and early Earth evolution. Recognized for his excellence in teaching, he has received multiple awards including the Early Career Teaching Excellence Award from the Faculty of Science in 2017 and nominations for the Students Union Teaching Excellence Award. His courses include GLGY 323, where he applies innovative methods to enhance student learning experiences.

Research Interests

Awards

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Nominated Students Union Teaching Excellence Award

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Experiential Learning Activities Teaching Award

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Early Career Teaching Excellence Award

Courses

GLGY 323 Geochemical Processes GLGY 535 Early Earth Evolution

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.