Dr. Hee Im

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hee Yeon Im completed her PhD at Johns Hopkins University, specializing in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive psychology. Her research primarily focuses on neuroimaging techniques including functional magnetic resonance imaging and magnetoencephalography, alongside behavioral studies relating to vision and action integration in both children and adults. Collaborating with researchers across various disciplines, she applies computational modeling and machine learning methods within her clinical research initiatives. She is affiliated with the Eye Care Centre and is part of the research excellence cluster at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, where she contributes to advancing knowledge in brain imaging, artificial intelligence, and their implications for vision science.

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.