Dr. Varvara Zania

Associate Professor

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Biography

Varvara Zania is an Associate Professor in the Section of Geotechnics and Geology. She holds a Civil Engineering degree and a Master's specialization in Underground Constructions, and her initial research as a PhD student focused on Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering. Dr. Zania has a robust background in geotechnical engineering, particularly in soil-structure interaction. Her current and past research activities include analysis and modeling of dynamic cyclic soil-structure interaction, development of physical models, and geotechnical engineering assessments, particularly related to static and seismic slope stability and soil improvement technologies. She teaches graduate courses in geotechnical engineering, numerical modeling, and advanced building design, and supervises PhD, MSc, and BSc thesis projects. Dr. Zania is also involved in consultancy work and actively accepts PhD students for supervision.

Research Interests

Experience

Post Doctoral Researcher

2010-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Civil Engineering Department •

Junior Engineer

2005-01-01 — 2006-01-01

Consolidated Contractors International Company •

Requirements for Technical University of Denmark

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:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent Strong background in Mathematics and Physics
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Statement of purpose
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
Specialization Notes

This requirement applies generally across Technical University of Denmark (DTU) MSc programs including Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, and Engineering disciplines. Specific prerequisites vary by department/curriculum.