Dr. Wouter Bam

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Wouter Bam is an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan Campus. His research focuses on developing quantitative and qualitative decision-support tools for industrial development-related decision-making. These tools aim to illuminate the environmental, social, and economic impacts of various developmental pathways, assisting stakeholders in identifying feasible routes for action. He has published extensively on topics such as industrial policy, sustainable development, and applied machine learning, contributing valuable insights to both academic literature and practical applications in the field. In addition to his research, Wouter teaches courses related to sustainability and engineering design, emphasizing the importance of integrating sustainability into engineering practices. His academic background includes a Joint PhD in Industrial Engineering from Stellenbosch University and a Joint PhD in Economics from KU Leuven, along with a Master of Philosophy in Industrial System and Manufacturing Management from the University of Cambridge.

Research Interests

Courses

Life Cycle Analysis Sustainability (MANF 450) Fundamentals of Sustainable Engineering Design (APSC 169)

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.