Dr. Laura Pickell

Associate Professor

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Biography

Laura Pickell is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream at Carleton University's Health Sciences program. She has a PhD in Human Genetics from McGill University and has previously taught in Science Nursing programs at Heritage College in Hull, Quebec, for ten years. Laura specializes in Life Sciences Education, Genetics, Molecular Biology, and Pathophysiology. Her teaching interests include courses on Health Research Methods, Psychosocial and Biological Interactions in Health, and New Health Technologies. She is committed to improving the undergraduate experience through evidence-based educational practices, developing teaching resources, and collaborating with colleagues. Her selected publications focus on topics such as public health and sex determination in elite athletes. Laura is also involved in the Master Teacher Program at the University of Sherbrooke and is passionate about enhancing teaching and learning in the sciences.

Research Interests

Courses

Health Research Methods Psychosocial and Biological Interactions in Health Diseases of Aging Disabilities and Disorders Related to the Sensory and Nervous System New Health Technologies

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.