Dr. Eva Zysk

Instructor

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Biography

Eva Zysk is a lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and at Vantage College. She is passionate about helping students adjust to university life, focusing specifically on their mental health and learning experiences. Her primary research interests include the phenomenology, assessment, and treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), particularly contamination fears, and the application of virtual reality therapy for social anxiety and public speaking fears. Zysk utilizes a constructivist grounded theory model in her research to explore hoarding behaviors and believes in incorporating innovative methods to help students overcome anxiety. She has received the Vice Chancellor’s Teaching Award for her dedication to teaching excellence and her contributions to educational practices.

Research Interests

OCD Contamination Fears Virtual Reality Therapy Social Anxiety Student Presentation Anxiety

Experience

Lecturer

2018-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Lecturer in the Department of Psychology and Vantage College focusing on mental health and innovative teaching methodologies.

Awards

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Vice Chancellor’s Teaching Award

2022-01-01

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.