Dr. Tal Avgar

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tal Avgar is a quantitative wildlife ecologist who specializes in animal habitat-selection and movement ecology. He has conducted extensive research on various species including caribou, elk, deer, moose, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, bears, wolverines, wolves, and cougars across multiple regions including Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, British Columbia, Utah, California, and Montana. Tal has held significant positions such as Senior Wildlife Scientist with Biodiversity Pathway Ltd., Assistant Professor at Utah State University, and postdoctoral fellow at the University of Guelph and the University of Alberta. His research interests focus on the critical components of animal space-use patterns, predator-prey dynamics, and their implications for population density and ecosystem health. Avgar’s efforts aim to enhance the monitoring and conservation of wildlife populations by linking individual space-use to broader ecological outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia Okanagan • Kelowna, BC, Canada

Teaching and supervising graduate students in ecology.

Senior Wildlife Scientist

— Present

Biodiversity Pathway Ltd. • N/A

Conducted wildlife research and assessment.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Utah State University • N/A

Engaged in teaching and research in wildlife ecology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

University of Guelph • N/A

Focused on advanced research in wildlife biology.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

University of Alberta • N/A

Contributed to wildlife conservation studies.

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.