Dr. Edward Slingerland

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Biography

Edward Slingerland is a Professor and Director of the Database of Religious History at the University of British Columbia. He specializes in Asian Philosophy, focusing on Warring States thought, Chinese philosophy, and cognitive science. His research encompasses comparative religion, cognitive linguistics, virtue ethics, moral psychology, and evolutionary psychology while also exploring the relationship between the humanities and natural sciences. Slingerland's academic journey includes a Ph.D. from Stanford University, and he is dedicated to advancing on-line pedagogy alongside conducting interviews and press coverage of his works. His interests in ethics and cognitive science have led to significant contributions in understanding classical Chinese language and its philosophical implications.

Research Interests

Asian Philosophy Cognitive Science Comparative Religion Cognitive Linguistics Virtue Ethics Moral Psychology Evolutionary Psychology Classical Chinese Language

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.