Dr. Kathleen Hall

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kathleen Currie Hall is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Her research primarily focuses on theoretical phonology, employing a diverse array of techniques from experimental phonetics, psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, semantics, and information theory. Hall has concentrated her work on describing and quantifying phonological relationships and understanding the consequences of intermediate relationships in both synchronic and diachronic sound patterns. She has also developed software called Phonological CorpusTools, designed for fast, replicable phonological analyses of transcribed corpora. Her interests include the effect of information-transfer systems on the shaping of phonological patterns, making significant contributions to the field of linguistics through both research and the training of graduate students. Hall's work is recognized within various interdisciplinary studies, reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge in language sciences.

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
  • 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.