Dr. Zoë Soon

Associate Professor

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Biography

Zoë Soon is an Associate Professor in Teaching Biology at the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus. With a focus on scholarship in teaching and learning, her research explores innovative teaching strategies designed to enhance student learning and engagement in higher education. Zoë has over a decade of experience supervising students and has been involved in numerous educational leadership initiatives. Her academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, a Master’s in Biochemistry and Genetics from the University of Sussex, and a Doctorate in Biology from York University, specializing in cardiac and skeletal myogenesis. Zoë is dedicated to improving pedagogical practices and has presented at various conferences on topics such as lecture capture technology, inclusive classroom environments, and student engagement strategies. Her work aims to create inclusive and effective learning experiences for students in anatomy and physiology courses at the undergraduate level.

Research Interests

Awards

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UBC Teaching Excellence Innovation Award

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HAPS Full-Time Faculty Travel Award

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U21 International Teaching Excellence Award

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UBC Teaching Honour Roll

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UBC Green Fund Award

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.