Dr. Nathanael Lauster

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nathanael Lauster is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of British Columbia, where he specializes in sociology and demography. His research primarily focuses on housing, home, households, and urban environments. Lauster has conducted numerous studies and projects, including the CMHC-funded Metro Vancouver Zoning Project, which aims to systematically gather and make publicly accessible zoning codes from various municipal governments in Metro Vancouver. He has authored significant works, including the award-winning book 'Death and Life of the Single-Family House: Lessons from Vancouver on Building a Livable City.' Lauster has also been involved in various research initiatives related to housing policy, immigration, and urban studies. His teaching encompasses built environment, urban sociology, life course research, and demography. He is affiliated with several organizations such as the Housing Studies International Education Advisory Board and the UBC Housing Research Collaborative.

Research Interests

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.