Dr. Peter Dauvergne

Professor

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Biography

Peter Dauvergne is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of British Columbia, specializing in international relations and global environmental politics. His research focuses on the intersection of politics, social movements, consumption, and technology, particularly concerning their effects on social inequality and ecosystem degradation, especially in the global South. Over his career, he has published over 100 articles and chapters and authored 22 books, including significant works such as 'Identified, Tracked, Profiled: Politics Resisting Facial Recognition Technology' and 'AI Wild: Sustainability in the Age of Artificial Intelligence'. His books have garnered various awards, including the Michael Harrington Award from the American Political Science Association. Dauvergne's academic contributions have been recognized with numerous accolades, such as being inducted as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. He has also served in various administrative roles at UBC, including associate dean and director of the Liu Institute for Global Issues. He actively supervises graduate students, recruiting those specializing in global environmental politics and international sustainability.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Tenured professor specializing in political science with a focus on environmental issues.

Awards

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Killam Research Prize

2020-01-01
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Fellow Royal Society Canada

2018-01-01
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Distinguished Scholar Award Environmental Studies

2016-01-01

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.