Dr. Mark Johnson

Professor

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Biography

Mark Johnson works to understand how land use practices influence the interactions between hydrological and ecological processes, and how these ecohydrological processes further affect ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration. Unraveling the interactions between the water cycle and carbon cycle is essential for improving sustainability in land and water management, especially under changing climatic conditions. Johnson’s research in ecohydrology demonstrates that soil carbon processes are integrally important for the health of freshwater ecosystems and drinking water supplies. His team is testing carbon-water cycle interactions to address key questions about how carbon and water are transported through land and freshwater systems. Johnson's research addresses applied questions related to soil fertility and the amount of water required for food production in urban environments. To tackle related challenges, he is developing innovative approaches to ecohydrological research in partnership with communities and natural resource management agencies, organizations, and industry.

Research Interests

Courses

RES 500A Global Aspects of Ecohydrology RES 510 Social-Ecological Systems ENVR 420 Ecohydrology Watersheds Water Systems ENVR 200 Introduction to Environmental Sciences SCIE 113 Year Seminar in Science

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.