Dr. Ian Walker

Professor

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Biography

Ian Walker is a Professor Emeritus specializing in Biology and Earth Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on environmental change, emphasizing chironomid palaeoecology and Quaternary palaeoecology to understand past climates and ecosystems. He examines the dynamics of arctic alpine tree-line ecosystems and the ecology of aquatic insects, using them as bioindicators of environmental shifts. Walker is also engaged in biomonitoring efforts, applying his expertise to assess the health of freshwater habitats. He has a strong academic background, holding a PhD from Simon Fraser University and has contributed to various teaching programs that include Quaternary palaeoecology, limnology, and the study of freshwater plants and animals.

Research Interests

Environmental Change Chironomid Palaeoecology Quaternary Palaeoecology Paleoclimatology Dynamics Of Arctic Alpine Tree-Line Ecosystems Aquatic Insect Ecology Biomonitoring

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.