Dr. Susan Creighton

Associate Professor

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Biography

Susan Creighton is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics at the University of British Columbia. She specializes in genetic counselling, focusing on various aspects of genetics and its implications for health. With a background in genetic counselling, she is involved in teaching and clinical practice, guiding patients and families through the complex landscape of genetic conditions. Her work encompasses predictive testing and counselling for conditions such as Huntington disease, playing a pivotal role in patient support and education. Susan is actively engaged in the medical genetics community and contributes to educational programs at UBC, fostering the next generation of genetic counsellors.

Research Interests

Huntington Disease Predictive Testing Genetic Counselling

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.