Dr. Tsering Shakya

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tsering Shakya is an Associate Professor and Co-Lead of the Himalaya Program at the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs, University of British Columbia. He is a holder of a Canada Research Chair focusing on the intersections of religion, contemporary society, and the Himalayas. His scholarly work is extensively published and explores the confluence of politics, ethno-national identity, religious practice, and cultural production in the historical and contemporary contexts of Tibet and the Himalayas. A notable figure in the field, Tsering serves as the President of the International Association for Tibetan Studies. His acclaimed publication, 'Dragon Land Snows: History of Modern Tibet 1947', is regarded as the definitive history of modern Tibet, along with other significant works like 'Fire and Snow: Testimony of a Tibetan Prisoner' and 'Seeing Lhasa: British Depictions of the Tibetan Capital 1936-1947'. Tsering's contributions to the academic discourse on contemporary minority policy, particularly concerning the People's Republic of China, further emphasize his expertise in the area.

Research Interests

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.