The application deadline is January 15.
- Complete the UBC on-line application form and pay the application fee: http://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/application-admission/online-application-fee
- Two official copies of transcripts from all colleges and university work sent directly to the Philosophy Department in sealed and endorsed envelopes issued by the institution. Detailed information on transcript requirements for Canadian and International students is found on the Faculty of Graduate website: http://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/application-admission/canadian-transcripts
- Three confidential letters of reference from former instructors: http://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/application-admission/letters-reference
- A brief statement of your interests in philosophy. (You can mail a separate document or use the space provided in the on-line application.)
- A short, recent paper that gives an indication of your ability to criticize, analyze or develop characteristically philosophical arguments, preferably in the area in which you wish to specialize. Printed hard copy mailed to the department is preferred.
- TOEFL or IELTS results, if proof of English Language requirement is needed (see Admission Guidelines).
Please have transcripts, letters of reference (if hard copy is chosen) and your writing sample mailed directly to the department:
Graduate Secretary
Department of Philosophy
University of British Columbia
1866 Main Mall E370
Vancouver BC Canada V6T 1Z1
On-line application is highly encouraged, but you may request a paper application by contacting the Graduate Secretary: phil.gradsec@ubc.ca
