Dr. Tarun Khanna

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tarun Khanna is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia's School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. His research focuses on energy and climate policy, with a specific interest in energy economics obtained during his PhD at the University of Delhi. Khanna's work includes the synthesis of evidence, policy evaluation, and the functioning of electricity markets in relation to energy development. Before transitioning to academia, he worked as a policy practitioner with organizations such as the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, and the International Energy Agency. His contributions include designing and implementing electricity policies in South Asia and engaging in policy debates during the German energy crisis of 2022. Khanna's teaching and publications encompass a wide range of energy-related topics, and he actively publishes in prominent journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, Canada

Teaching courses related to energy policy and public affairs, focusing on the intersection of economics and climate change.

Visiting Researcher

— Present

Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change • Berlin, Germany

Conducted research on global commons and climate change initiatives.

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.