Dr. David Morton

Associate Professor

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Biography

David Morton is an Associate Professor in the Department of History, with a research focus on African history, particularly southern Africa and urban studies. His expertise lies in decolonization and informal settlement histories, especially in Mozambique's capital, Maputo. Morton’s 2019 book, "Age Concrete: Housing Shape Aspiration Capital Mozambique," utilizes open-air historical archives to explore the subúrbios, or informal areas of the city, highlighting the narrative of urban development and the socio-political context of urbanization in Africa. He is currently working on a project titled "A State Year Zero: Oral History Mozambique’s Independence," which is supported by an SSHRC Insight Grant and examines the aftermath of Mozambique's independence in 1975 from various societal perspectives. Morton has published extensively on his research areas, with works featured in notable academic journals and books.

Research Interests

African History Urban Studies Decolonization Informal Settlement Histories

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, Canada

Associate Professor in the Department of History, involved in teaching and research on African history.

Awards

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Age Concrete shortlisted for Bethwell Ogot Prize

2020-01-01
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Age Concrete shortlisted for Wallace K. Ferguson Prize

2020-01-01

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.