English and Humanities Joint Major
This joint major is for those interested in exploring relationships between English literature and humanities. Students must plan their program in consultation with advisors in each department.
Program Requirements
Students complete 120 units, as specified below.
Lower Division Requirements
English Lower Division Requirements
Students complete 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.
|
Burnaby |
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D106 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D107 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
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D109 |
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: Wed, 5:30β7:20 p.m.
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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 |
|
D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 4:30β5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
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 |
|
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.
|
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.
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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.
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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.
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 |
|
D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 4:30β5:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
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 |
|
D108 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 9:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D109 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D110 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Tue, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
* 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
** no more than one of these courses may be replaced by any three unspecified 200 division transfer units in English
+ this is a recommended course and is also part of the "not more than one of these courses may be replaced by any three unspecified 200 division transfer units in English"
Humanities Lower Division Requirements
Students complete 15 units including
An introduction to issues and concepts central to the study of the Humanities. Through exposure to primary materials drawn from different periods and disciplines, students will become acquainted with a range of topics and ideas relating to the study of human values and human experience. Prerequisite: . Equivalent Courses: HUM101. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
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Surrey |
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D901 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
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D902 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Surrey |
and one of
An introduction to the central myths of the Greeks and Romans. The course will investigate the nature, function, and meaning of myths in the classical world and their considerable influence on western civilization. Writing/Breadth-Humanities. Prerequisite: . Equivalent Courses: HUM102. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Distance Education | |||
David Mirhady |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 8:30β10:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 1:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D105 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 10:30β11:20 a.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D106 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Thu, 11:30 a.m.β12:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 5:30β8:20 p.m.
|
Vancouver |
A study of some of the most important features of western civilization from its origins until the mid-16th century. Students with credit for HIST 105 prior to 2007 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.
An introduction to concepts central to the academic study of religion exploring various relevant methodologies. Provides a framework for understanding the many ways in which humans experience the phenomenon of the sacred through symbol, ritual, doctrine and experience in a variety of religious traditions and cultures. Students who have taken HUM 230 prior to 2007 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities. Equivalent Courses: GS230 HUM230. Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Distance Education | |||
Jason M. Brown |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D101 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D102 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 2:30β3:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D103 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
|
D104 |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, 3:30β4:20 p.m.
|
Burnaby |
and one of
An intensive study of some of the major works which have had a formative influence on the structure and development of western thought. Reading and discussion of primary texts and the major themes which emerge from them will introduce students to essential philosophical, literary, social, and religious themes of western civilization. Texts for this course will be drawn from the Ancient World, Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Prerequisite: 30 units. Breadth-Humanities.
An intensive study of some of the major works which have had a formative influence on the structure and development of western thought. Reading and discussion of primary texts and the major themes which emerge from them will introduce students to essential philosophical, literary, social and religious themes of western civilization. Texts for this course will be drawn from the 17th century through to the modern period. Prerequisite: 30 units. Breadth-Humanities.
An introduction to classic texts which have endured as monuments of Asian thought and literature. Readings and discussions of primary texts and their central ideas will introduce students to philosophical, literary and religious themes in a selected, major Asian tradition. Prerequisite: 30 units. Breadth-Humanities.
and two further lower division humanities courses.
English Upper Division Requirements
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 |
|
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.
and 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.
|
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).
Humanities Upper Division Requirements
Students complete 20 units in upper division humanities courses.
The following courses are recommended.
A detailed interdisciplinary analysis of a selected topic, issue, or personality in the Middle Ages. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.
A focused interdisciplinary study of the Carolingian civilization achieved in early medieval Europe under Charlemagne and his family. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.
A study of the major writings, cultural milieu, and influence of the humanist movement of the Italian Renaissance. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.
A detailed interdisciplinary analysis of a selected topic, issue, or personality from the Italian and/or Northern Renaissance. Prerequisite: 45 units. Students with credit for HUM 312 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.
Section | Instructor | Day/Time | Location |
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Paul Dutton |
Jan 3 β Apr 8, 2019: Mon, Wed, 12:30β2:20 p.m.
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Burnaby |
A study of the counter-traditions within western civilization. Compares and contrasts diverse traditions within western culture that critique its central value systems. It will focus on the attempts of great artists and thinkers to break with tradition, and the subsequent creation of new ideas and forms of experience and expression. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.
Elective Courses
In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan the remaining required elective courses.
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.