Dr. Graham Mcdonough

Professor

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Biography

Graham McDonough is a professor specializing in the philosophical foundations of education, with a focus on moral education, dissent and minority rights, and the role of religion and spirituality in schools. He holds a PhD and an MA in Philosophy of Education from the University of Toronto, as well as a BA in English Literature and a BMus in Music Education from the University of Saskatchewan. He has been involved in various educational roles including Acting Chair of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. His research interests encompass the implications of religious diversity on Catholic schooling, the importance of philosophical study for teacher candidates, and contemporary educational issues viewed through a philosophical lens. McDonough has presented lectures on topics related to reconciling educational practices with philosophical inquiry and has been active in the Canadian educational community, contributing to several distinguished lectures and public series.

Research Interests

Courses

Historical Philosophical Foundations Philosophical Foundations of Education Historical Foundations of Education Anthropology of Education Sociological Foundations of Education Seminar on Contemporary Educational Issues

Requirements for University of Victoria

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
GRE General
Verbal
Required:130
Quantitative
Required:130
Analytical Writing
Required:0
Overall
Required:0
Prerequisites
BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent Background in Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science. GRE is highly recommended for international students.