Dr. Blake Butler

Associate Professor

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Biography

Blake Butler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology and The Brain and Mind Institute at Western University. His research focuses on the role of experience and plasticity in the development of sensory systems, with a particular emphasis on hearing loss restoration. The program integrates behavioral, neuroimaging, and anatomical approaches to build models that further understanding in this field. He is dedicated to advancing knowledge on neuroplasticity and its implications for auditory rehabilitation.

Research Interests

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Two academic references
  • Sample of written work (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of academic intent
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.