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History and Humanities Joint Major

Bachelor of Arts

This joint major explores relationships between the two disciplines.

Students must plan their program in consultation with advisors in each department.

Program Requirements

Students complete 120 units, as specified below.

History Lower Division Requirements

Students complete 18 units of 100 and 200 division history courses.

Students must complete at least six lower division history units before enrolling in 300 division work and nine lower division history units before enrolling in 400 division work.

Humanities Lower Division Requirements

Students complete 15 units including

HUM 101W - Introduction to the Humanities (3)

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. Students with credit for HUM 101 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Samir Gandesha
Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and one of

HUM 102W - Classical Mythology (3)

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. Students with credit for HUM 102 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Distance Education
David Mirhady
TBD
D101 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Fri, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Fri, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Fri, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Fri, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Alessandra Capperdoni
Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Thu, 12:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D201 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
HUM 105 - Many Europes: Ancient, Medieval, Early Modern (3)

A study of the many diverse peoples, languages, and regions of the European continent from the origins of civilization until the mid-16th century. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 110 - The Greek World (3)

An interdisciplinary introduction to the Greek culture in different periods. Using various sources and materials the course explores continuities and ruptures, evolutions and revolutions, and the impact such issues have on the imagination of people today. Students with credit for HS 100 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 130 - Introduction to Religious Studies (3)

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
Jason Brown
Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Mon, 12:20–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Online

and one of

HUM 202 - Great Texts in the Humanities (3)

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. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 203 - Great Texts: Asian Thought and Literature (3)

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. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 204 - Great Religious Texts (3)

A study of some of the key works which have had a formative influence on major religious traditions. Primary texts will be selected to illustrate core elements in the religious understanding of human life and its relationship to the sacred. Prerequisite: HUM 130 (HUM 230 prior to 2007) is recommended. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 222 - Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Art (3)

Art as viewed through the history of art forms, ideas, material culture, and/or literature. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 231 - Daily Life in Ancient Greece and Rome (3)

Examines the social history of ancient Greece and Rome, particularly through the study of relevant artifacts, art, architecture, and ancient texts (in translation). Considers topics such as the lives of men, women, children and slaves; the home; dining; government; the economy; the army; death and burial; and entertainment. Students with credit for HS 231 or HUM 216 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

and two further lower division humanities courses.

History Upper Division Requirements

Students complete 24 units of 300 and 400 level history courses, of which 12 must be in 400 level. Students must complete at least one course from each group shown below. Global/Comparative courses that are also included in another group may only be counted towards fulfilling the upper division course requirements for one group.

Group 1 - Europe

Group 2 - The Americas

Group 3 - Africa, Middle East, Asia

Group 4 - Global/Comparative

Students in History joint major programs have the option of taking concentrations to enhance their programs.

Concentration in British History and Irish History

Concentration in Early Modern World History

Concentration in Middle Eastern and Islamic History

Humanities Upper Division Requirements

Students complete 20 units in upper division humanities courses. The following courses are recommended.

HUM 302W - The Golden Age of Greece: An Integrated Society (4)

The study of Athenian society in the 5th century BC, a period unique in the record of human achievement during which virtually all the major humanistic fields were either initiated or received significant new impetus. Prerequisite: 45 units. Students with credit for HUM 302 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 303 - The Latin Humanist Tradition (4)

Studies in the writings of various Latin authors. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 305 - Medieval Studies (4)

A detailed interdisciplinary analysis of a selected topic, issue, or personality in the Middle Ages. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 307 - Carolingian Civilization (4)

A focused interdisciplinary study of the Carolingian civilization achieved in early medieval Europe under Charlemagne and his family. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 311 - Italian Renaissance Humanism (4)

A study of the major writings, cultural milieu, and influence of the humanist movement of the Italian Renaissance. Prerequisite: 45 units. Breadth-Humanities.

HUM 312W - Renaissance Studies (4)

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.

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 ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV
  • at least 45 upper division units, of which at least 30 upper division units must be completed at ¶¡ÏãÔ°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 minimum CGPA and upper division CGPA of at least 2.0 across all units attempted in each subject that is a major, a joint major, a minor, or an extended minor. FASS Departments may define specific requirements for their respective programs.

Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements

Students admitted to ¶¡ÏãÔ°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 ¶¡ÏãÔ°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.

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Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit

  • At least half of the program's total units must be earned through ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV study.
  • At least two thirds of the program's total upper division units must be earned through ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV study.

Elective Courses

In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan the remaining required elective courses.