English and French Literatures Joint Major
The joint major is an interdepartmental program, usually within a BA, to explore the many close relationships between English and French literatures.
Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV Requirements
Before being formally admitted to the program, students must complete the lower division requirements with a GPA of 2.0 or better in each of the specified courses (or equivalents).
Students who place in FREN 301W in the placement test will complete only FREN 245 prior to acceptance in the program.
For information about initial FREN course selection, the French language placement test, and FREN course disciplines, visit .
Grade Requirement
Students must maintain at least a 2.00 grade point average in both ENGL and FREN courses.
Program Requirements
Students complete 120 units, as specified below.
Lower Division Requirements
French
Students complete a total of 15 units, including all of
Designed to consolidate and expand knowledge of the language. Strong emphasis on oral expression and listening comprehension to develop communicative skills. Instruction in class and in lab. Prerequisite: FREN 122 or grade 12 French (or equivalent based on placement test). May not be taken by students from French immersion, programme cadre or IB students.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Claire Bossavit |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, Thu, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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Claire Bossavit |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β4:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 2:30β4:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
Designed to improve listening and reading comprehension. Emphasis on accuracy in oral and written communication. Instruction in class and in lab. Prerequisite: Grade 12 French with a grade of A or FREN 122 with a grade of A or FREN 210 (or equivalent based on placement test). May not be taken by FREN 212 students.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Claire Bossavit |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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D101 | TBD |
A reading and writing course with emphasis on vocabulary and logical structure in written expression. Instruction in class, in lab and online. Prerequisite: FREN 211 or 212, or with a grade of A, FREN 210. In the latter case, FREN 211 and 221 may be taken concurrently.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Claire Bossavit |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, Fri, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
Focusing on grammar and grammatical analysis, and the process of writing. Instruction in class, in lab and online. Prerequisite: FREN 221 or, with a grade of A, FREN 211 or, with a grade of A, FREN 212.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Linda Bruneau-jolly |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, Thu, 2:30β4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Fri, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
An introduction to French literary studies with selected works in poetry and prose, including theatre. Attention will be given to methods of analysis. The course will be conducted in French. Prerequisite: FREN 222 (students with B+ in FREN 221 can take 222 concurrently with 245). Students with credit for FREN 240 or 230 cannot take FREN 245 for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Jorge Calderon |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 2:30β5:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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Stephen Steele |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 10:30β11:20 a.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
FREN 275 is recommended.
English
Students complete a total of 18 units, including two of
Examines literary βclassicsβ, variously defined, apprehending them both on their own terms and within larger critical conversations. May incorporate the comparative study of work in related artistic fields and engage relevant media trends. Includes attention to writing skills. Students with credit for ENGL 101W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Sophie McCall |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30β11:20 a.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D105 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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D106 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
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D107 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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D109 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
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Burnaby |
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D110 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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Nadine Flagel |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 5:30β7:20 p.m.
|
Vancouver |
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J101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 7:30β8:20 p.m.
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Vancouver |
Introduces students to contemporary works of literature in English and/or contemporary approaches to interpreting literature. May focus on one or multiple genres. Includes attention to writing skills. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Distance Education | |||
David Chariandy |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 1:30β2:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 4:30β5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 4:30β5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D105 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D106 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D107 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D108 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D109 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D110 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Introduces students to plays and performance works created and adapted for the stage, and/or the performative dimensions of other literary forms. May be organized historically, generically or thematically. The course may also explore the links between literary and performance theory. Includes attention to writing skills. Students with credit for ENGL 103W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Paul Budra |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, Wed, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D105 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D106 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D107 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D108 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D109 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D110 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
Introduces students to the relationships between writing and purpose, between the features of texts and their meaning and effects. May focus on one or more literary or non-literary genres, including (but not limited to) essays, oratory, autobiography, poetry, and journalism. Includes attention to writing skills. Students with credit for ENGL 104W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Theodore Wisniewski |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β4:20 p.m.
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Surrey |
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D901 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
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Surrey |
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D902 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D903 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
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Surrey |
An Introduction to the study of literature within the wider cultural field, with a focus on contemporary issues across genres and media. Students with credit for ENGL 105W may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Carolyn Lesjak |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D105 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D106 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D107 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D108 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D110 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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Nadine Flagel |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D901 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D902 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D903 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D904 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D905 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
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Surrey |
An introduction to reading and writing in the academic disciplines. Prerequisite: 12 units. Students with credit for ENGL 199 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Distance Education | |||
Daniel Dunford |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 2:30β5:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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Daniel Dunford |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 2:30β5:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
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Niall Mackenzie |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 6:30β9:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
and one of
Anglo-Saxon literature and Middle English literature, in translation when necessary. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 204 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Antone LanatΓ Minard |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 9:30β10:20 a.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 8:30β9:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 8:30β9:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
A survey of the literature of the period from 1485 to Milton. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 204 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
and one of
A survey of the literature of the period from 1660 to 1800. May include writing from North America. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Breadth-Humanities.
The study of nineteenth century North American, British, and/or Post-colonial literatures. May include some writing from North America. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Margaret Linley |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 5:30β7:20 p.m.
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Vancouver |
|
J101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 7:30β8:20 p.m.
|
Vancouver |
and any two of
Anglo-Saxon literature and Middle English literature, in translation when necessary. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 204 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Antone LanatΓ Minard |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 9:30β10:20 a.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 8:30β9:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 8:30β9:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
A survey of the literature of the period from 1485 to Milton. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 204 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
A survey of the literature of the period from 1660 to 1800. May include writing from North America. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Breadth-Humanities.
The study of nineteenth century North American, British, and/or Post-colonial literatures. May include some writing from North America. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Margaret Linley |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 5:30β7:20 p.m.
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Vancouver |
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J101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 7:30β8:20 p.m.
|
Vancouver |
Explores twenty-first century and contemporary literatures in English. May Include late twentieth-century literature. The course may cover the role of new media, transnational perspectives, contemporary critical theory, and emerging and/or mixed genres such as the graphic novel. Prerequisite: Two 100-level English courses. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Christine Kim |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 12:30β1:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
A study of different historical methods of measuring poetry in English, with practice in scanning and analyzing poems using different methods of quantitative analysis (e.g. Syllabic, rhythmic, alliterative). Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses. Quantitative.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Nicky Didicher |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
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D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Introduction to the history and principles of rhetoric, and their application to the creation and analysis of written, visual, and other forms of persuasion. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Peter Cramer |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 4:30β6:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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E101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 6:30β7:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
The study of selected works in the history of literary criticism, up to and including modern and contemporary movements in criticism. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses.
Students who have completed a flexible pre-major with 18 lower division English transfer units have met the lower division requirements for an English major and should contact the Department of English advisor.
Students wishing to major in English are strongly advised to submit a formal declaration to this effect to the undergraduate advisor upon completing all lower division requirements.
* exemption is gained by successful completion of a more advanced French language course. Lower division language courses may be challenged for credit.
** any one, but not more than one of these courses may be replaced by any three unspecified transfer units in English or in ENGL-Writing
*** any one, but not more than one of these courses may be replaced by any three unspecified 200 division transfer units in English
+ recommended, any one but no more than one of these courses may be replaced by any three unspecified 200 division transfer units in English
Upper Division Requirements
Students complete 21 upper division French and 20 upper division English units for a literary studies specialization and complementary courses as follows.
French
Students complete a total of 21 units, including
A writing course to improve organization and argumentation, paragraph structures and lexical accuracy. Instruction in class and online. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or, with a grade of A, FREN 221. Students with credit for FREN 301 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Cecile Ollivier-budisa |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 12:30β1:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
and one of
Intermediate study of issues in Quebecois Literature. Prerequisite: FREN 245 or 240. Students with credit for FREN 230 may not take this course for further credit.
Survey of works, themes, or movements in French Literature from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Prerequisite: FREN 245 or 230 or 240.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 12:30β1:20 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
An introduction to the history of French literature from the late eighteenth century to the late twentieth century. Prerequisite: FREN 245 or 230 or 240.
and one of
Designed to further develop ability in oral expression. Instruction in class and in lab. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or, with a grade of A and permission of instructor, FREN 215 or 217. Students with native or near-native proficiency are not allowed to take this course and must contact the instructor for evaluation or exemption prior to enrolment.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Linda Bruneau-jolly |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, Fri, 2:30β4:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
Continuation of FREN 222, with emphasis on grammatical analysis. Instruction in class and online. Prerequisite: FREN 222 (or equivalent based on placement test).
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Paola De Rycke |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 4:30β5:50 p.m.
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 4:30β5:50 p.m. |
Burnaby Burnaby |
Choosing the right word for the right context is the principal aim of this course. Through practical exercises and a variety of simple translation techniques students will expand their vocabulary and become more familiar with the nuances of French. Prerequisite: FREN 222.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Catherine Black |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 9:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
A multidisciplinary analysis of socio-cultural aspects of French speaking countries, involving written work and oral participation. Prerequisite: FREN 222 or permission of instructor. Breadth-Humanities.
and 12 units from 400 division French literature courses.
English
Students complete a total of 20 units, including one course from Group 1 and one from Group 2.
Group 1
Students complete one of
The study of the basics of the Old English language and the reading of several texts of relative simplicity. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses.
Studies of medieval authors, genres or issues, from 500-1500. Texts will be studied in the original language or in translation. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses.
The study of selected works by Geoffrey Chaucer, especially The Canterbury Tales, read in the language in which they were written and situated in the context of Fourteenth century European culture. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses.
The study of non-Shakespearean Early Modern Literature. May be defined by genre, theme, or author. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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JD Fleming |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
A study of the works of William Shakespeare performed before 1601. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses. Students may take both ENGL 311 and 313 for credit towards the English major. Students with credit for ENGL 312 may not take this course for further credit without permission of the department.
Section | Day/Time | Location |
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Distance Education |
A study of the works of Shakespeare performed after 1600. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses. Students may take both ENGL 311 and 313 for credit towards the English major. Students with credit for ENGL 312 may not take this course for further credit without permission of the department.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Torsten Kehler |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Selected works of seventeenth-century poetry and/or prose, situated in their cultural context. May include some writing from North America. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 314 may not take this course for further credit.
The study of selected works of late seventeenth century and eighteenth century literature. May include some writing from outside Britain, and may be organized by various critical issues or approaches. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Nicky Didicher |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 5:30β7:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
E101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 7:30β9:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
The study of selected 18th century works, situated in their cultural context. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 408 may not take this course for further credit.
Group 2
Students complete one of
The study of selected works of Canadian literature written before 1920. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses.
The study of selected works of Canadian literature written after 1920. Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses. Students with credit for ENGL 356 or 358 may not take this course for further credit.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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John Whatley |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 5:30β9:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
Examines works of popular fiction by Indigenous authors, and their use of specific genres (e.g. the mystery novel, vampire thriller, sci fi, comic book). Prerequisite: Two 100 division English courses, and two 200 division English courses. Students who have taken FNST 322 under this topic, or FNST 360 may not take this course for further credit.
The intensive study of selected works of aboriginal writers. May be organized by author, genre, or critical approach. Prerequisite: Two 300 division English courses. Strongly recommended: At least one First Nations Studies course. Reserved for English honors, major, joint major and minor students. Students with credit for ENGL 453 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.
Advanced seminar in Canadian literature. May be organized by author, genre, or critical approach. Reserved for English honors, major, joint major and minor students. Writing. Prerequisite: One of ENGL 354, 357, or 359. Students with credit for ENGL 455 may not take this course for further credit. Writing.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Stephen Collis |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Wed, 1:30β5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
Investigates topics in Asian-Canadian and/or Asian-American literature. The course may vary according to theoretical, historical or geographical focus. Prerequisite: One 300 division English course. Reserved for English honors, major, joint major and minor students. Writing.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Christine Kim |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 10:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
and 12 units of upper division English, four of which must be at the 400 division, excluding Directed Studies courses (ENGL 441 and 442).
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Degree Requirements
For all bachelor of arts (BA) programs, students complete 120 units, which includes
- at least 60 units that must be completed at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV
- at least 45 upper division units, of which at least 30 upper division units must be completed at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV
- at least 65 units (including 21 upper division units) in Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences courses
- satisfaction of the writing, quantitative, and breadth requirements
- an overall cumulative grade point average (CGPA) and upper division CGPA of at least 2.0, and a program (major, joint major, extended minor, minor) CGPA and upper division CGPA of at least 2.0
Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements
Students admitted to Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV beginning in the fall 2006 term must meet writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of any degree program they may undertake. See Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements for university-wide information.
WQB Graduation Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required to earn W, Q or B credit
Requirement |
Units |
Notes | |
W - Writing |
6 |
Must include at least one upper division course, taken at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV within the student’s major subject | |
Q - Quantitative |
6 |
Q courses may be lower or upper division | |
B - Breadth |
18 |
Designated Breadth | Must be outside the student’s major subject, and may be lower or upper division 6 units Social Sciences: B-Soc 6 units Humanities: B-Hum 6 units Sciences: B-Sci |
6 |
Additional Breadth | 6 units outside the student’s major subject (may or may not be B-designated courses, and will likely help fulfil individual degree program requirements) Students choosing to complete a joint major, joint honours, double major, two extended minors, an extended minor and a minor, or two minors may satisfy the breadth requirements (designated or not designated) with courses completed in either one or both program areas. |
Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit
- At least half of the program's total units must be earned through Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV study.
- At least two thirds of the program's total upper division units must be earned through Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV study.
Elective Courses
In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan the remaining required elective courses.