Dr. Amy Schmitter

Professor

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Biography

Amy M Schmitter is a Professor in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta, specializing in Philosophy. She holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Pittsburgh. Her research interests encompass Early Modern Philosophy, Art, History, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Mind, History of Theories of Emotions, and Feminist Approaches in Philosophy. Schmitter teaches various courses, including PHIL 102, which introduces students to the classical and contemporary philosophical problems, emphasizing critical discussion and analysis. She also is involved in supervising honors essay preparations in PHIL 498 for fourth-year honors students. Her work reflects a commitment to exploring the foundational issues in philosophy and engaging with both historical and modern debates within the discipline.

Research Interests

Early Modern Philosophy Art History Metaphysics Philosophy of Mind Theories of Emotions Feminist Approaches in Philosophy

Courses

PHIL 102 - Introduction to Philosophy: Knowledge and Reality PHIL 498 - Honors Essay Preparation

Requirements for University of Alberta

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:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management