Dr. Stefan Lukits

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Biography

Stefan Lukits is a sessional instructor engaged in teaching Philosophy and is also connected to the Mathematics Department at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. He holds a Master of Science in Mathematics from the University of Graz and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on formal epistemology, particularly on quantitative partial belief representation, while also showing an interest in Nietzsche studies and legal positivism. Stefan primarily teaches courses such as Philosophy Literature (PHIL 375) which delves into hermeneutics and topics concerning Central European writers, and Philosophy Law (PHIL 338) which investigates legal positivism through Marxist approaches. He has contributed to various scholarly publications, highlighting themes surrounding the intersection of trust, probability, and philosophical discourse. His work has appeared in notable journals such as Philosophia and Entropy, where he tackles complex issues in epistemology and philosophical methodology.

Research Interests

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.