Dr. Trevor Barnes

Professor

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Biography

Trevor Barnes is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of British Columbia. His academic journey began at the University of Minnesota, where he obtained his Ph.D. in 1983. His research interests primarily focus on the themes of twentieth-century geography, including the roles played by American geographers during World War II and their involvement with the Office of Strategic Services, which later became the CIA. In collaboration with fellow researchers, Barnes has investigated the influence of CIA geographers on Cold War studies. He also examines the work of German geographers during the Nazi period, particularly the contributions of Karl Haushofer and Walter Christaller, as well as the broader impacts of geographers in the Vietnam War era. Barnes is engaged in projects exploring radical geography in North America and has published numerous papers reflecting his research, including an experimental textbook on economic geography. His contributions have earned him various accolades, including being recognized as a Distinguished University Scholar and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada.

Research Interests

Twentieth-Century Geography Cold War Geography Economic Geography Radical Geography

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver

Teaching and conducting research in the field of geography.

Awards

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Distinguished University Scholar

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Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada

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Fellow of the British Academy

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.