Dr. Anka Lekhi

Associate Professor

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Biography

Anka Lekhi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of British Columbia. Her work focuses on enhancing inclusivity in science education through the implementation of active learning strategies. She investigates various approaches to team-based learning and has developed partial flipped classroom models to facilitate course-based undergraduate research experiences. Anka is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for vulnerable science students and is committed to improving classroom experiences through innovative teaching methods.

Research Interests

Active Learning Team-Based Learning Flipped Classroom Inclusivity in Education

Courses

Chemistry 121: Structural Chemistry Applications Chemistry 123: Physical Organic Chemistry Chemistry 301: Aqueous Environmental Chemistry Science 113: First-Year Seminar Vantage 148: Vantage Science Projects Vantage 149: Multi-disciplinary Research Project

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.