Dr. Yu Bai

Professor

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Biography

Professor Yu Bai (Barry) received his Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Engineering degrees in civil engineering from Tsinghua University, and a Ph.D. from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL). He joined Monash's Civil Engineering department in 2009 and currently serves as a Professor in Structural Engineering. His research focuses on Smart Structures and Construction, directing international engagements within the department. His expertise emphasizes the development of structural systems and modern building technologies, such as modular construction and robotic fabrication, leveraging the advantages of complementary materials like fiber-reinforced polymer composites alongside traditional materials like concrete, steel, and timber. Yu leads important funded research projects, namely an ARC Discovery Project and an ARC Industry Transformation Training Centre. He has a proven record of high-quality publications and has contributed to professional advisory committees for industry and government. His research aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, reflecting his commitment to innovative engineering practices and sustainable development.

Research Interests

Requirements for Monash University

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:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.