Dr. Negar Harandi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Negar Harandi is an Assistant Professor in the School of Biomedical Engineering at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She completed her PhD focusing on biomechanical simulation of the oral region and airway in the Electrical Engineering department at UBC. Dr. Harandi has developed and taught various courses, including BMEG 220 (Circuits and Electromagnetics Applications in Biomedical Engineering), BMEG 321 (Bioinstrumentation), and BMEG 457, which involves a capstone design program allowing students to engage with real-world problems. Her research interests primarily involve enhancing student learning through evidence-based educational interventions and experiential learning. Dr. Harandi is also passionate about the scientific study of curriculum design and the status of women in engineering. Her work reflects a commitment to improving educational outcomes through innovative teaching practices and dedicated mentorship of students in engineering disciplines.

Research Interests

Educational Interventions Experiential Learning Curriculum Design Women in Engineering

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.