Dr. Richard Anstee

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Biography

Richard Anstee is a professor at the University of British Columbia, specializing in Discrete Mathematics. He has a comprehensive academic background, having earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Waterloo in 1976 and his Ph.D. from the California Institute of Technology in 1980. Anstee's research interests prominently include Extremal Set Theory, Graph Theory, and Matching Theory, focusing on the structural information of combinatorial objects and developing efficient algorithms for solving complex problems. His work has significantly contributed to the fields of Mathematics, Probability, and Algebra, often intersecting with Computer Science and Operations Management. He has received various research grants and has collaborated with notable scholars throughout his career. His involvement in undergraduate and graduate student mentoring has been extensive, guiding numerous research students and sharing his expertise in discrete mathematics.

Research Interests

Discrete Mathematics Extremal Set Theory Graph Theory Matching Theory

Courses

Math 444 Math 223 Math 340 Math 443 Math 441 Math 105 Math 184 Math 523 Math 104

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.