Dr. Miu Yan

Professor

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Biography

Miu Chung Yan is a Professor at the School of Social Work at the University of British Columbia. With a career spanning over decades, Miu has significantly contributed to the field of social work through both teaching and research. Before joining UBC in 2004, Miu had extensive experience practicing and teaching social work in Hong Kong, London, Toronto, and San Francisco. Miu's research interests focus on settlement and integration of immigrants and refugees, critical cross-cultural anti-racist practice, and the internal dynamics of the Chinese community. In recent years, Miu has worked on various projects, including the development of a social work education portal and evaluations of case management models for immigrant services in British Columbia. Miu's academic contributions are published in various journals, where Miu has explored topics ranging from community development to immigrant identification and integration processes. Miu is also actively involved in international social work organizations and has presented research findings at conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2004-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Teaches courses in social work and contributes to research in the areas of immigration, settlement, and cross-cultural practices.

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.