Dr. Patricia Gerber

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patricia Gerber is an Associate Professor and Director of Degree Programs at the University of British Columbia's (UBC) Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Dr. Gerber obtained her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 1993 and her Doctor of Pharmacy degree in 1997, both from UBC. She has a robust background in pediatric pharmacotherapy, having served as a clinical pharmacist preceptor and coordinator at the Children's & Women's Health Centre of BC. Over the years, she has taken on key educational leadership roles within UBC, contributing to the design and development of entry-to-practice PharmD programs and directing graduate education initiatives. Her dedication to teaching excellence has been recognized with numerous awards, including the UBC Killam Teaching Prize and nominations for various national teaching awards. Dr. Gerber's scholarly interests include professionalism, professional identity formation, and ethical practice in pharmacy education. Her ongoing leadership roles span both national and international platforms, reflecting her commitment to advancing pharmacy education and practice standards.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor and Director

2008-05-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC, Canada

Teaching and leadership roles in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Awards

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Killam Teaching Prize

2011-06-01
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Pharmacy Teaching Award

2012-06-01
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AFPC Award for Innovation in Education

2021-06-01

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.