Dr. Hugh Neary

Professor

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Biography

Hugh M. Neary is a Professor Emeritus at the Vancouver School of Economics, University of British Columbia. His research focuses on evolutionary approaches to property rights and has contributed significantly to understanding the dynamics of negotiation and conflict resolution, particularly involving sacred values. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, where he began his exploration of economic behavior and rational decision-making. Neary's recent work analyzes the impact of identity on terrorist activities and the psychological implications of sunk costs in decision-making. He has published extensively in top-tier journals, exploring topics such as the interplay of altruism and group identity in terrorism, the significance of symbolic gestures in conflict resolution, and the role of technology in optimizing economic outcomes. His extensive publication record includes influential articles in journals like the Journal of Public Economics and the Canadian Journal of Economics. He has also co-authored works analyzing the structural economic models of conflict and the behavioral aspects of economic decisions. Neary's contributions lie at the intersection of economics and social psychology, providing insights into how individual behaviors can influence macroeconomic conditions and societal structures.

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
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  • 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.