Dr. Michael Barber

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michael Barber is an Associate Professor at the Vancouver School of Economics. His work primarily focuses on curriculum design and economic education. He teaches large sections of first-year economics and is involved in efforts to redesign the first-year economics curriculum at the institution. Barber's teaching strategies are aimed at enhancing student understanding and engagement in economic principles, thus contributing significantly to the academic environment of the Vancouver School of Economics.

Research Interests

Economics Curriculum Design Economic Education

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.