Dr. Carey Doberstein

Associate Professor

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Biography

Carey Doberstein is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science. His research focuses on Canadian politics, public policy, and public administration, particularly examining governance policy innovations and challenges related to homelessness, affordable housing, and drug policy. His work explores issues at various levels of government in Canada and includes studies on arms-length agencies and authorities, such as BC Housing and Translink. Doberstein investigates the influence of semi-autonomous structures on the performance of public organizations and their accountability, especially in the context of potential hyper-politicization. He employs a range of qualitative, quantitative, and experimental research methods. Additionally, he is the Associate Editor of the Canadian Public Administration journal and has received the SSHRC Insight Grant to explore arms-length agencies through the lenses of performance and accountability. Doberstein is also dedicated to teaching and engages in supervised graduate research.

Research Interests

Courses

POLI 101: Government of Canada

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.