Dr. Nancy Lin

Instructor

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Biography

Nancy Lin is a PhD candidate in the School of Social Work at the University of British Columbia. Her research primarily focuses on facilitating health inclusion for individuals with (dis)abilities, particularly those offering psychosocial supports for people with acquired brain injuries. Her doctoral work investigates adaptive methods to enhance mental health outcomes for these individuals. Nancy’s scholarship has been recognized through receiving the SSHRC Canada Graduate Scholarship, providing her with critical resources for her research. She engages in topics such as evidence-based practices and epistemological pluralism and is affiliated with the UBC Centre for Collaborative Research on Hoarding and Coping with Neurological Symptoms. Her diverse research interests reflect a commitment to improving the lived experiences of those navigating health challenges due to acquired disabilities.

Research Interests

Awards

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Dean Arts Graduate Research Award

2025-01-01
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Four Year Doctoral Fellowship

2022-01-01
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SSHRC Storytellers Final Winner

2024-01-01
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Canada Graduate Scholarships Doctoral Program

2022-01-01
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President’s Academic Excellence Initiative PhD Award

2021-01-01
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Faculty of Arts Graduate Award

2021-01-01

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.