Dr. Robert Ferguson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Robert Ferguson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geophysics at the University of Calgary. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Geophysics from the University of Calgary, which he obtained in 2000, a Master of Science in Geophysics from the same university in 1997, and a Bachelor of Science in Geophysics from the University of British Columbia in 1989. His research interests include Geophysics, particularly in relation to the built environment. His work involves using geophysical systems and techniques to address problems related to pedestrian safety, the impacts of glacial melting, and the protection of ancient monuments. Ferguson is actively involved in university strategic initiatives and has contributed significantly to projects aimed at understanding the interactions between urban infrastructure and geophysical phenomena. He has been recognized for his contributions to the field of geoscience through awards such as the EAGE 2023 from the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers.

Research Interests

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
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  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.