Dr. Scott Reid

Associate Professor

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Biography

Scott Reid is an Associate Professor Emeritus in the Department of Biology at the University of British Columbia Okanagan campus. His research focuses on comparative physiology with a particular emphasis on fish physiology and metal metabolism in freshwater fish. He has extensively studied how animals physiologically adjust to changes in environmental quality, which is critical in understanding the impacts of aquatic ecosystems. Scott holds a PhD from McMaster University and has also completed postdoctoral research at the University of Ottawa, which has contributed to his extensive expertise in physiological adaptations in marine organisms.

Research Interests

Comparative Physiology Fish Physiology Metal Metabolism Aquatic Ecosystems

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.