Dr. Patrick Turmel

Professor

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Biography

Patrick Turmel is a full professor specializing in ethics and political philosophy at the Faculty of Philosophy at Laval University. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto and has contributed significantly to the fields of applied ethics, political philosophy, and metaethics. He has been active in research institutes such as the Centre de recherche en éthique and the Villes Régions Monde network, and has participated in international research collaborations, focusing on the societal impacts of artificial intelligence. Turmel has also taught at prestigious institutions including the University of Toronto and served as an invited professor at Université Paris Panthéon-Sorbonne. His work explores themes including the relationship between democracy, ethics, and public governance, and he has published several books and articles on these topics. He is also the co-director of the Laboratory of Political Philosophy and has directed numerous theses and master's projects in philosophy. Recipient of several awards including the 2017 Teaching Distinction Award from Laval University, he actively contributes to academic governance and research in applied ethics.

Research Interests

Experience

Director of Graduate Programs

2023-01-01 — Present

Laval University • Québec, Canada

Oversees and manages graduate programs in applied ethics, ensuring academic quality and integrity.

Full Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Laval University • Québec, Canada

Teaches courses in ethics and political philosophy, conducts research, and supervises graduate students.

Director of Faculty Research

2018-01-01 — Present

Laval University • Québec, Canada

Responsible for promoting and overseeing research initiatives within the Faculty of Philosophy.

Awards

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Teaching Distinction Award

2017-01-01

Requirements for Laval University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.22
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
PTE
Overall
Required:53
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in business or related field Basic college-level mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Resume
  • Letter of intent
  • Academic transcripts
  • French proficiency test results (TCF/TFI)
Specialization Notes

Department of Management / MBA programs often require higher GPAs and specific English proficiency.