Dr. Ryuko Kubota

Professor

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Biography

Ryuko Kubota is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Her research interests center on critical approaches to culture, race, pedagogy, and language education. She is known for her co-editorship of the book 'Race, Culture, Identities in Language Education: Exploring Critically Engaged Practice' published in 2009, and 'Demystifying Career Paths in Graduate School: A Guide for Language Professionals in Higher Education' published in 2012. Kubota's work has been featured in several prominent journals, including Applied Linguistics, Critical Inquiry in Language Studies, the Journal of Language and Writing, the Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development, Linguistics Education, and TESOL Quarterly. Her contributions also include numerous book chapters and publications in Japanese. Through her work, she strives to critically engage with the complexities of language education in diverse contexts.

Research Interests

Language Education Critical Pedagogy Cultural Studies Race and Education

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.