Dr. Josh Timmermann

Instructor

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Biography

Josh Timmermann is a historian specializing in Late Antiquity and early medieval Europe, with a focus on intellectual, cultural, and reception history. His forthcoming book, 'Footsteps of the Ancient Fathers: Construction and Use of Patristic Authority in the Carolingian Era', examines the perceptions and appropriations of texts and ideas from the late Roman Christian past, particularly the Church Fathers of the fourth to sixth centuries and the social, legal, and ecclesiastical reforms during the reign of Charlemagne and his heirs. He has published studies on the influence of Augustine of Hippo within the Carolingian context and the ninth-century reception of Julianus Pomerius. Timmermann has taught various history courses at UBC and the University of Victoria, covering topics related to the early medieval period and its cultural developments. He is actively involved in academic workshops and research roundtables, contributing to the discourse on medieval studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Instructor

2023-09-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Taught various courses in history, focusing on the early medieval period and its cultural nuances.

Instructor

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Victoria • Victoria, BC

Delivered courses on historical epidemics and their socio-political implications.

Awards

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Conference Scholarship Award

2023-01-01
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Book Authors Fellowship

2022-01-01
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Teaching Assistant Award

2019-01-01
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Research Award

2019-01-01

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.