Dr. Kelly Allison

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kelly Allison is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where she teaches social work practice courses in both undergraduate and graduate programs. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Guelph and her Master of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University, focusing on clinical work with individuals, families, and groups. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Kelly has held various positions, including intake worker and family service worker at a community children's mental health clinic and a social worker in a family preservation program. Kelly has primarily worked in health social work, with a significant portion of her career dedicated to BC Children's Hospital. In her role as Director of Education at UBC Health, she contributes to the development and innovation of collaborative health education. Her research interests include Health, Mental Health, Social Work, Scholarship in Teaching and Learning, and Interprofessional Practice, focusing on pedagogical innovation and curriculum development in social work education.

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.