Dr. Lee Gunderson

Professor

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Biography

Lee Gunderson is a Professor in Language & Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He holds a Ph.D. in Language Literacy Education from Berkeley and has extensive experience as an elementary teacher and administrator. Gunderson has been instrumental in various educational initiatives, including founding the BC ESL Assessment Consortium. His research interests focus on language, sustainability, transnationalism, and the interplay between communication, mind, and body. He has contributed significantly to UBC Language Sciences and was recognized with the UBC President's Award in Education Media in March 2009. Gunderson also received the Media Contributor Year Award from the British Columbia Deans Education Association for the 2008/2009 academic year. Throughout his career, he has been dedicated to addressing educational challenges and fostering language literacy in diverse communities.

Research Interests

Language Education Literacy Education Sustainability Transnationalism

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.