Dr. Timothy Cheek

Professor

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Biography

Timothy Cheek is a Professor at the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs and the Department of History at the University of British Columbia, where he also serves as the Louis Cha Chair in Chinese Research and Co-Director of the Centre for Chinese Research at the Institute of Asian Research. His expertise lies in the fields of international trade, diplomacy, and foreign relations, particularly focused on 20th-century Chinese history, the role of Chinese intellectuals, and the Chinese Communist Party. Cheek has authored several significant works, including 'The Chinese Communist Party: A Century in Ten Lives' and 'Intellectuals and Modern Chinese History.' He has published extensively on topics related to the ideological landscape of contemporary China and has been recognized as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. His current SSHRC project, 'Reading and Writing the Chinese Dream,' involves a collaborative research effort that examines the contributions of public intellectuals in China. He teaches courses that emphasize critical thinking and analytical skills within the context of history and public policy.

Research Interests

20th Century Chinese History Chinese Communist Party Role of Intellectuals in Public Life Contemporary Thought and Society in China

Courses

GPP 508: Policy Context HIST 270A: China and the World HIST 490Q: REVOLUTION! Twentieth Century Political and Social Revolutions HIST 558: Intellectuals and Public Life in Eastern Asia HIST 563: Methodology and Sources in Chinese History Graduate Reading Courses on Modern Chinese History

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.