Dr. Benjamin Bryce

Associate Professor

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Biography

Benjamin Bryce is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of British Columbia. He specializes in migration, health, education, and religion, particularly focusing on Latin America. His notable publications include 'Grounds Exclusion: Race, Health, Disability in Argentine Immigration Policy, 1876-1932,' which is set to be published in 2026, and 'Boundaries of Ethnicity: German Immigration and Language Belonging in Ontario' (2022). Bryce’s research emphasizes the historical complexities of immigration and integration processes in Argentina and Canada, highlighting the crucial role of race and ethnicity. Additionally, he serves as the co-editor of several edited volumes, including 'Recasting Nation: Twentieth-Century Argentina' and 'Race and Transnationalism in the Americas.' As a dedicated educator, he teaches courses on global history, migration, and imperialism at UBC. His work has been recognized through various awards including the 2023 Joseph Brant Award from the Ontario Historical Society for his contributions to multicultural history. Bryce also engages with public history projects that connect scholarly research with community narratives.

Research Interests

Awards

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Joseph Brant Award

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University Excellence Research Award

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German-Canadian Studies Doctoral Dissertation Prize

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.