Dr. Christian Pfeiffer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christian Pfeiffer is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto, Scarborough. He holds a Doctorate from Humboldt University Berlin, where he also worked as a research assistant. His academic pursuits have taken him to the Munich School of Ancient Philosophy at Ludwig-Maximilians University and as a visiting professor back at Humboldt University Berlin. Pfeiffer's research is primarily focused on ancient philosophy, particularly the works of Aristotle, and contemporary metaphysics. He is currently working on a monograph concerning Aristotle's Metaphysics and a series of articles that explore related topics within Aristotle’s Physics and Metaphysics. His significant publications include works on Aristotle's theory of bodies and various contributions to scholarly compilations on Aristotelian studies. Pfeiffer’s research interests reflect a strong commitment to the historical and philosophical analysis of metaphysical thought, engaging with humanity's foundational philosophical inquiries.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor; Associate Chair, Graduate Studies

— Present

University of Toronto, Scarborough • Toronto, ON

Teaching and researching ancient philosophy and metaphysics.

Requirements for University of Toronto

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:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Appropriate four-year bachelor's degree Background in sociological theory and statistics preferred
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Specialization Notes

Department of Sociology