Dr. Clement Tong

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Biography

Clement Tong is a Sessional Lecturer at the University of British Columbia, where he teaches courses on the history of Cantonese Worlds, China, and Imperial China. He also serves as a lecturer in History and Asian Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. His academic interests focus on translation theories and practices, particularly in relation to notions of identity and transcultural communication. Tong has published several works that explore themes related to Hong Kong, including 'Hong Kong Week 1967: Emergence of Hong Kong Identity in Contradistinction' and 'Translating Memories — Fight Pikachu Hong Kong.' He has a strong research interest in the history of China, Hong Kong, and the Cantonese Worlds, demonstrating his commitment to exploring these subjects through both teaching and scholarship.

Research Interests

Biblical Studies Translation Theories Transcultural Communication History of China Cantonese Worlds Hong Kong

Experience

Sessional Lecturer

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Lecturer

— Present

Kwantlen Polytechnic University • British Columbia, Canada

Courses

History of Cantonese Worlds (HIST 377) China and the World (HIST 270A) History of Hong Kong (HIST 373) History of Imperial China (HIST 379)

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.