Dr. Nadja Kunz

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nadja Kunz is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia, specializing in energy policy and water management. With a PhD from the Sustainable Minerals Institute at the University of Queensland, Nadja's research focuses on quantifying and mitigating risks associated with the mining sector's use of water. Her interdisciplinary approach includes developing engineering geospatial models and conducting qualitative field research. Nadja has held various leadership roles, such as co-leading the Future Minerals Initiative and the Water Stewardship theme of the Bradshaw Research Initiative in Mining and Minerals. Additionally, she serves as a Distinguished Fellow at the Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics and is involved with other academic and industry partnerships to tackle complex challenges within the resource sector. Nadja has substantial experience in both academia and practice, having consulted for the International Finance Corporation, and has developed educational materials on water management. Her early career involved operational roles in the mining and oil and gas sectors in Australia, gaining insights that inform her teaching and research. Passionate about the outdoors, Nadja enjoys rock-climbing, mountaineering, and skiing.

Research Interests

Experience

Postdoctoral Fellow

2018-09-01 — 2021-08-01

Eawag Aquatic Research Institute • Switzerland

Conducted research on water management issues in relation to sustainable mining practices.

Consultant

2021-01-01 — Present

International Finance Corporation • Mongolia

Developed technical expertise on voluntary code of practice for water management.

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.