Dr. Brendan Mccormack

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Biography

Brendan McCormack is a Sessional Lecturer at the University of British Columbia, specializing in Canadian Indigenous literatures and their historical contexts. He is dedicated to exploring literary nationalisms and the politics of multiculturalism, with a keen interest in the intersections of public policy and the literary arts in Canada. Brendan's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Victoria, followed by a Master's degree from Carleton University, and culminated in a PhD in English Language and Literatures from UBC. He has served as an Assistant Editor for the journal 'Canadian Literature,' and is currently focused on scholarship related to teaching and learning, particularly through his role as editor of the 'CanLit Guides'—an open-access educational resource. His teaching philosophy emphasizes inspiring students’ enthusiasm for engaging with Canadian literary and cultural history, fostering critical dialogue, and empowering students to articulate their voices in shaping contemporary conversations within the field.

Research Interests

Canadian Indigenous Literatures Literary Nationalisms Politics of Multiculturalism Settler Colonial Studies Diaspora Environmental Humanities Pedagogy

Experience

Sessional Lecturer

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaching courses related to Canadian Indigenous literatures and cultural studies.

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.