Dr. Scott Robison

Associate Professor

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Biography

Scott Robison is an Associate Professor (Teaching) and Associate Head (Undergraduate) at the University of Calgary. He specializes in Applied Statistics, having earned his MSc from the University of Calgary in 2013 after completing his BSc in Mathematics from the University of Lethbridge in 2010. With a strong commitment to teaching, Scott has developed several courses including Introduction to Statistics and Introduction to Probability. His teaching excellence has been recognized by nominations for the Student Union Teaching Award in 2015, reflecting his dedication to student success and engagement in statistical education. Scott's research interests primarily focus on statistical methodologies that enhance academic learning and comprehension in undergraduate programs.

Research Interests

Applied Statistics Statistical Methodologies

Awards

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Student Union Teaching Award Nominee

Courses

Introduction to Statistics Introduction Probability Introduction Statistical Inquiry

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.