Dr. Tian Han

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Biography

Tian Han is a Lecturer in Business Analytics at the University of Bristol Business School. He previously worked as a Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham and earned his PhD in Management from the University of Reading. Tian's areas of expertise include machine learning, textual analytics, and network analysis, particularly as they apply to finance-related topics. He is open to PhD applications and possesses strong programming skills in Python and R, as well as expertise in statistics. His research projects include a focus on financial education in rural communities in Africa using a digital approach, where he serves as a Co-Investigator for a project funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering's Frontiers programme.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.

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:6.5
PTE
Listening
Required:67
Reading
Required:67
Writing
Required:67
Speaking
Required:67
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Degree in a quantitative field (Accounting, Finance, Economics, Maths, Engineering, CS, Physics) Minimum 3 units of Mathematics/Quantitative modules at 60% or above
Application Checklist
  • Degree transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • One academic reference
  • English language certificate (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

MSc Finance and Investment focuses on quantitative financial analysis; GMAT is not mandatory but can support applications.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Strong background in a numerate subject (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering) Evidence of mathematical ability
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • References
  • Personal statement
  • CV
Specialization Notes

MSc Artificial Intelligence covers machine learning, data science, and robotics.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Non-computer science degree for Conversion program Demonstrated competence in Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Reference
  • Personal Statement
  • Degree Certificate
Specialization Notes

MSc Computer Science (Conversion) is for students with little or no previous computing experience.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field Professional experience may be considered for non-standard applicants
Application Checklist
  • Application form
  • Transcripts
  • Personal statement
  • Reference
Specialization Notes

MSc Management and MSc Business Analytics typically follow Profile B or G English requirements.