Dr. Deborah Britzman

Professor

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Biography

Deborah Britzman is an Emeritus Professor and York Research Chair in Pedagogy and Psycho-Social Transformation at York University. With a distinguished background as a psychoanalyst and registered psychotherapist, she has made significant contributions to the understanding of the emotional dynamics in education. Britzman's research focuses on the histories of psychoanalysis and its implications for teaching and learning. She is best known for her formulation of 'difficult knowledge' and conducts inquiries into the social bonds and mental health issues that arise in educational contexts. Britzman holds degrees from the University of Massachusetts, where she earned her Ed.D., M.Ed., and B.A. She has been recognized with several accolades, including the Tier 1 York Chair in Pedagogy and Psycho-Social Transformations in 2017, and has received the Hans Loewald Memorial Award for her innovative work in psychoanalytic education.

Research Interests

Experience

Distinguished Research Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

York University • Toronto, ON

Emeritus position focusing on psychoanalysis and education.

Awards

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Tier 1 York Chair

2017-01-01
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Hans Loewald Memorial Reward

2015-01-01

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
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Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.