Dr. Hannah Kia

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hannah Kia is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia in the School of Social Work, where she also serves as the MSW Program Chair. Her research focuses on various issues affecting sexual and gender minority (SGM) populations, particularly regarding health, aging, and social work practice within SGM communities. Over the years, she has led studies that explore the health and wellbeing of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals and the experiences of peer support among these populations. Kia's current research project examines the healthcare engagement of older TGD adults. With a background in health care social work, she possesses significant experience in acute care and palliative care settings. Kia is a registered clinical social worker in British Columbia and actively contributes to social work education and research, working on grants related to LGBTQ2S+ health and well-being, stigma reduction, and community service experiences for older transgender individuals.

Research Interests

LGBTQ2S+ Health Social Work Practice Qualitative Research Critical Intersectional Scholarship Peer Support for TGD Individuals Community Development

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Associate Professor in the School of Social Work and MSW Program Chair.

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.