Dr. Roger Beckie

Professor

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Biography

Roger Beckie is a Professor specializing in the fields of Environmental Science, Geochemistry, Geological Engineering, and Hydrogeology. His research focuses on understanding the physical, geochemical, and biological processes in the hyporheic zone of the lower Fraser River in Vancouver. Notable projects include the study of neutral-pH drainage from waste rock at the Antamina mine in Peru, as well as the impacts of fugitive gases on groundwater in northeast British Columbia. He employs scale models for examining reactive transport in porous media and developing characterization strategies for integrated surface-water and groundwater systems. With a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Waterloo and a Ph.D. from Princeton University, Roger is well-versed in advanced groundwater hydrology, which he teaches in various courses including EOSC 533 and EOSC 429. His contributions to the field have made significant impacts on groundwater contamination studies and environmental management practices.

Research Interests

Courses

EOSC 533 Advanced Groundwater Hydrology EOSC 429 Groundwater Contamination EOSC 428/532 Groundwater Field School

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.