Dr. Yan Zhu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yan Zhu is a Lecturer in the School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). He obtained his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Driven by his passion for making the world a better place, he pursued a master's degree in Renewable Energy Science and Technology at École Polytechnique, France, where he completed his master thesis at the Solar Energy Research Institute of Singapore. Subsequently, he earned his PhD in Photovoltaic Engineering at UNSW. Currently, he is a postdoctoral research fellow, focusing on the development of novel characterisation techniques to improve the quality of photovoltaic materials and devices. His work includes the investigation of defects in silicon semiconductor materials. Throughout his academic career, Yan has received various accolades, including the Dean's Award for Outstanding PhD Theses at UNSW and the Steve Robinson Memorial Prize.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2023-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Lecturer in the School of Photovoltaic and Renewable Energy Engineering, focusing on research and education in renewable energy.

ACAP Research Fellow

2020-01-01 — 2022-01-01

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Conducted research as part of the Australian Centre for Advanced Photovoltaics.

Awards

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Dean’s Award for Outstanding PhD Theses

2019-01-01
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Steve Robinson Memorial Prize

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.