Dr. Wendy Carr

Professor

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Biography

Wendy Carr is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC), where she also serves as the Associate Dean of Teacher Education. Her research focuses on teacher education, particularly in the domain of French language education and the experiences of immigrant learners in bilingual environments. She emphasizes the importance of language in education for teachers across various subject areas, promoting the idea that all educators are language teachers. Her work is informed by a commitment to sustainability and transnationalism, aiming to improve educational approaches and strategies for diverse learners within the context of Canadian education.

Research Interests

Teacher Education French Language Education Research Immigrant Learners

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.