Dr. Ron Owston

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Biography

Ron Owston is a University Professor Emeritus and former Dean of the Faculty of Education at York University. He has an extensive background in technology in education and program evaluation, having contributed to various academic journals including Educational Researcher and the Journal of Computer-Based Instruction. Owston's work has focused on teacher development and the integration of technology in learning environments, particularly his recent projects evaluating the 1:1 iPad program in the Hamilton Wentworth School District and studies on blended learning in undergraduate programs at York University. He was honored by York University in June 2007 with the title of University Professor in recognition of his extraordinary contributions as a colleague, teacher, and scholar. In addition to his academic role, Owston has presented at numerous national and international conferences, sharing insights and findings from his research in educational technology and evaluation.

Research Interests

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Interest
  • Resume/CV
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Sample of Written Work
Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Honours degree in Mathematics, Statistics or related field
Application Checklist
  • Supplementary Information Form
  • Degree and Program Information Form
  • Statement of Interest
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation
Specialization Notes

Department of Mathematics and Statistics / Department of Mathematics Statistics

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree from an engineering or science program
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Interest
Specialization Notes

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:155
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.5
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Relevant degree in Engineering or Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • GRE General Test (strongly recommended for international students)
  • Transcripts
  • References
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science / Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Total Percentile
Required:50
Overall
Required:550
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree from recognized institution Minimum 2 years full-time work experience
Application Checklist
  • GMAT/GRE
  • Resume
  • 2 References
  • Essays
  • Admissions Interview
Specialization Notes

Department of Business Administration (Schulich MBA)