Dr. Shan He

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shan He is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Western Australia (UWA) with a PhD from UWA, a Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture from Cambridge University, and a Bachelor in Architecture from Zhejiang University. His current research focuses on urbanism and water sensitivity in metropolitan Perth, particularly exploring urban infill and high-density growth near major urban transport nodes. Shan has significant experience researching Chinese urbanization, especially in relation to high-speed rail infrastructure. He actively contributes to discussions on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the role of environmental design and sustainable architecture in achieving urban planning objectives. His academic output includes a doctoral thesis on the challenges of hyper-densities in Chinese urbanization powered by high-speed rail, reflecting his thorough investigation into the complexities of urban development in rapidly urbanizing regions.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Lecturer

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth

Lectures in design and urbanism while conducting research related to water sensitivity and sustainable urban growth.

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.