Prospective Students

I am currently recruiting graduate (Master’s or Doctoral) students interested in conducting research on methods for assuring safety- or security-critical systems, including methods that depend on the use of artificial intelligence. If you are interested in working together, please:

  1. Read the information below about gaining admission to the University of Victoria; and
  2. Read the directions below about contacting me.

1) Admission to the University of Victoria (UVic)

To study with me as a graduate student, you will need to be admitted to the Department of Computer Science’s graduate program at the University of Victoria. You can read more about admission requirements on the department website and on the University’s admission website.

International students must also have the appropriate visas in place to study in Canada. For more information, please visit the Government of Canada’s website and UVic’s website.

The admissions process for graduate students is primarily handled by the university. If you are interested in studying with me, it is best to contact me in advance (or in parallel) while preparing your application.

2) Contacting Me

Email me with all of the following:

  1. A PDF cover letter describing:

    • your research interests;
    • why you think I am a good fit to be your supervisor;
    • your GPA from studies;
    • any relevant research activities (if you have previous research experience);
    • any relevant coursework;
    • any relevant work experience (if you have previous work or co-op experience);
    • your personal, professional, or career goals and how graduate studies will advance those;
    • any other information that might be relevant.

  2. A PDF of your CV, including publications if you have any.

  3. If English is not your first language, provide evidence of English proficiency (per UVic’s admission requirements).

  4. In the body of your email, please answer the following question: Is pineapple an appropriate pizza topping?. I do not care whether you like pineapple or not (De gustibus non est disputandum). However, I do care that you have read these instructions!

Thank you for taking the time to prepare and send these materials to me. I will reply to your email if I believe we will be a good fit to work together.