Dr. Miranda Hart

Professor

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Biography

Miranda Hart is a Professor in the Department of Biology at The University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus, actively engaged in the Okanagan Institute for Biodiversity, Resilience, and Ecosystems Services. Her research focuses on the microbial ecology of soil microbes, emphasizing their roles and applications in sustainable agriculture, viticulture, and ecological restoration. She serves as a graduate student supervisor and is involved in teaching courses such as Botany, Ecology, Microbial Ecology, and Microbiology. Additionally, Miranda holds multiple leadership roles, including Special Advisor to the Vice Principal Research and Innovation, Director of the Plant Growth Facility, and Co-Director of the Wine Research Centre. She is currently on leave until June 30, 2026.

Research Interests

Microbial Ecology Sustainable Agriculture Viticulture Ecological Restoration

Courses

Botany Ecology Microbial Ecology Microbiology

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.