Dr. Ying Jin

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ying Jin is a Reader in Architecture at the University of Cambridge, focusing on the intersection of urbanism and technology. With a strong background in city planning and urban design, Jin's research interests revolve around understanding how technology and policy impact human behavior and the evolution of reproduction and demographics. Utilizing computer models, Jin explores urban history and the dynamics of cities. Jin has an extensive industry background, where he has led multidisciplinary teams in constructing experimental platforms to evaluate policy scenarios involving investment, regulation, and pricing promotional campaigns. Jin's work has significant implications, having contributed to policy studies across the UK, European Union, China, and South America. He currently serves as the Director of the Martin Centre for Architectural and Urban Studies and is the Deputy Head of the Department of Research within the Department of Architecture.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.