Dr. Joshua Goldstein

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joshua Goldstein is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, specializing in Political Science with a focus on Western Political Thought and Sexual Ethics. His research delves into the intricacies of political thought from the 18th and 19th centuries, addressing core themes such as freedom, identity, and the institutional conditions necessary for flourishing communities. Goldstein's work also engages with the New Natural Law Theory, exploring its implications for contemporary discussions surrounding family and ethical frameworks. He has collaborated on projects that examine modern political violence and its ontological underpinnings. Goldstein has supervised a range of graduate theses and has contributed significantly to academic discourse through numerous conference presentations. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Advanced History of Political Thought and Paradoxes of Modernity. He has received accolades for his pedagogical contributions, including nominations for various teaching excellence awards.

Research Interests

Courses

Advanced History of Political Thought Paradoxes of Modernity History of Western Political Thought I History of Western Political Thought II

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.