Dr. Raúl Álvarez Moreno

Associate Professor

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Biography

Raúl Álvarez Moreno is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia specializing in Spanish literature, particularly Medieval and Early Modern Spanish literature, culture, and language. He obtained his Ph.D. from Michigan State University and his B.A. from Universidad Complutense de Madrid. His research interests center on the intersection between economic thought and literature in Medieval and Early Modern Iberia, focusing on works like Celestina and the Picaresque novel. Álvarez Moreno has published two significant books, including 'Celestina según su lenguaje' (2015) and 'Una embajada española al Egipto de principios del siglo XVI' (2013), along with numerous articles in specialized journals. He currently serves as the Book Review Editor for the Spanish Equatorial Guinea Magazine and is a member of the Editorial Board for Celestinesca. His forthcoming projects include a monograph exploring the relations between economic thought and literary sources from 13th to 14th century Spain.

Research Interests

Literature Economy Medieval Studies Early Modern Studies Hispanic Literature Visual Culture Transatlantic Literature

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.