Dr. Mark Schaller

Professor

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Biography

Mark Schaller is a professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia. He received his PhD from Arizona State University in 1989. His research examines the effects of motivational systems and ecological circumstances on social psychological phenomena, including moral judgment, intergroup prejudice, and conformity. Schaller's work addresses broader questions regarding the evolutionary foundations of psychological processes and their impact on human culture. His teaching and research interests encompass social cognition, social motivation, evolutionary psychology, and culture. He has secondary research areas in cognitive science and learning enhancement. Schaller has authored numerous publications, including studies on seasonal variations in human psychology and the impact of COVID-19 on psychological science.

Research Interests

Awards

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Gordon Allport Intergroup Relations Award

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Killam Faculty Research Prize

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Master Teaching Award

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Early Career Scholar

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.