Dr. Yunwei Zhang

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yunwei Zhang is a postgraduate teaching fellow at the University of Sydney, specializing in statistics and data science. She actively teaches and engages with students in various courses, including Foundations of Data Science, Data Analytics, Statistical Machine Learning, and Experimental Design Data Analysis. Yunwei's research interests lie in statistical consulting and probability estimation theory, along with a strong focus on applying statistical methodologies in clinical settings. Her contributions to the field have been recognized through multiple awards, such as the Early Career Researcher Award from the Transplant Society Australia & New Zealand. Moreover, she has been awarded the Dean's International Postgraduate Research Scholarship, highlighting her commitment to academic excellence and research in the mathematical and statistical domains. With a strong foundation in both teaching and research, Yunwei aims to enhance the learning experiences of her students while contributing to the advancement of knowledge in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Postgraduate Teaching Fellow

2019-07-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Involved in teaching undergraduate courses and providing tutorial support in statistics and data science.

Awards

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Early Career Researcher Award

2021-01-01
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Dean's International Postgraduate Research Scholarship

Courses

DATA 1001 Foundations Data Science DATA 2002 Data Analytics DATA 3888 Data Capstone STAT 2011 Probability Estimation Theory STAT 3888 Statistical Machine Learning STAT 3926 Statistical Consulting (Advanced) PHAR 1811 Foundations Pharmacy SCIE 4002 Experimental Design Data Analysis MATH 1005 Statistical Thinking Data MATH 1115 Interrogating Data

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate 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:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.