Dr. Andrea Reimer

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andrea Reimer is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs at the University of British Columbia (UBC). With a rich public career spanning decades, Andrea has been a strong advocate for residents in the Vancouver metro region, focusing on building green, reconciled, and engaged communities while ensuring public access to government services. As a former City Council member, she led several initiatives including Vancouver’s nationally significant ‘Greenest City Action Plan’ and efforts tied to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. Additionally, she has represented Vancouver on the Metro Vancouver Regional Planning Committee, bringing expertise in housing, transportation, and land use planning. Andrea is a Loeb Fellow at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design, where she explored urban policy and democratic engagement. Her contributions extend to a variety of community organizations, and she has been recognized with several awards, including the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Award and the World Green Building Council Chairman's Award. Andrea is a sought-after speaker on policy achievements, motivating governments to take bolder actions.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.