Dr. Jason Ellis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jason Ellis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on history education and policy, exploring how public education has shaped and addressed issues of equity and inclusion in schooling. He is the author of the award-winning book 'Class Origins of Special Education in Toronto,' which examines the historical development of special education services. His current research investigates the impacts of post-war suburbanization on educational practices, including how housing and schooling investments interact to produce inequities. Ellis has published extensively in academic journals and has contributed to general audience publications regarding British Columbia's educational landscape. He is also active in supervising graduate students and examining historical narratives in educational policy.

Research Interests

Awards

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Honourable mention, Disability History Association Outstanding Book Award

2020-01-01
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Publication Award

2019-01-01
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Journal Prize

2017-01-01

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.