Dr. Tom Gleeson

Professor

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Biography

Tom Gleeson is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Victoria, where he holds the President’s Chair. He leads the Groundwater Science Sustainability research group, which emphasizes community-engaged groundwater research and focuses on sustainability in groundwater systems, environmental health, and the provision of secure water resources. Gleeson is recognized as a Clarivate highly cited researcher and has been inducted into the Royal Society of Canada's College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists. His interdisciplinary work aims to integrate scientific research with community engagement, particularly with Indigenous and settler communities, to co-create knowledge about groundwater and its management. His research includes the analysis of groundwater systems as complex social-ecological systems and developing tools to safeguard water quality and ecosystem health. Gleeson has a passion for advancing scientific inquiry while promoting public health and environmental stewardship.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Victoria

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:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Intent
  • Professional CV
  • Two assessment reports
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.