Dr. Glenn Deer

Associate Professor

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Biography

Glenn Deer is an Associate Professor in the Department of English Language and Literatures at the University of British Columbia. His teaching and research interests encompass Canadian, Asian, and North American literature, as well as multi-ethnic and mixed-race studies. He explores the intersections of writing, photography, and film in his work. Dr. Deer's book, 'Postmodern Canadian Fiction Rhetoric Authority', published by McGill-Queen's University Press, investigates the politics of interpretation and ideologies in postmodern literature. His recent essays examine representations of race relations and culinary desire within visual culture studies. He has contributed chapters to various books, including 'Canadian Culinary Imaginations' and 'Shifting Grounds: Cultural Tectonics Pacific Rim'. Additionally, Dr. Deer has served on juries for art and literary awards in British Columbia and is recognized for his educational contributions, having received the University Killam Teaching Prize in 2012. He currently holds the position of Associate Head for Curriculum and is an Associate Editor for 'Canadian Literature'.

Research Interests

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.