English
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University Courses
The following courses are offered through the English department.
The English department offers courses required to complete a VIU B.A. degree with a Major and a Minor in English.
Some English courses are offered every year while others are offered on a rotational basis. Alternating offerings allow students to select from a wider variety of courses during their second, third and fourth years. Information on the annual course selection and detailed descriptions of the courses may be obtained from the English department or from the Advising Centre, normally by the beginning of April.
Note: Students are not permitted to register in more than one first-year English course concurrently.
ENGL 115 (3) University Writing and Research
An introduction to critical thinking and reading, academic writing, and research skills, consistent with the conditions and expectations students encounter as readers and writers at university. Note: Students are not permitted to register in more than one first-year English course concurrently. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. "C" in English 12 or equivalent.
ENGL 125 (3) Literature and Culture
An introduction to the concept of literary genres that explores the relation between literature and its historical and cultural contexts. This course emphasizes reading, research, and writing. Note: Students are not permitted to register in more than one first-year English course concurrently. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. "C" in English 12 or equivalent.
ENGL 135 (3) Literature and Criticism
An introduction to different ways of approaching and analyzing literary works to develop awareness of the relation between literature and criticism. This course emphasizes reading, research, and writing. Note: Students are not permitted to register in more than one first-year English course concurrently. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. "C" in English 12 or equivalent.
ENGL 200 (3) A Study of British Literature to the Restoration
A broad view of representative writing in English literature from its beginnings to the Restoration, with attention to literary form, the social and intellectual characteristics of periods or schools, and major authors. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of 'C' in both.
ENGL 201 (3) A Study of British Literature from the 18th Century to the 20th Century
A continuation of ENGL 200. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: ENGL 200.
ENGL 205 (3) Canadian Literature I
An introduction to Canadian Literature. A variety of literary works are studied, with representation from the major genres and from the various regions and historical periods in Canada. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of 'C' in both.
ENGL 206 (3) Canadian Literature II
A continuation of ENGL 205. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 207 (3) Studies in National Literatures
An introduction to one of several national literatures taught by the English department. A variety of literary works are studied, covering the major genres pertinent to the national literature. May be taken for credit more than once in different topics. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 209 (3) Fantasy Literature
An exploration of major fantasies from the 20th and 21st centuries with some historical background to the genre. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 210 (3) Science Fiction
An exploration of major science fiction works from the 20th and 21st centuries with some historical background to the genre. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 211 (3) Intro to American Literature I
A survey of American Literature, beginning with 17th Century Puritan culture and extending to late 19th Century traditions. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C'" in both.
ENGL 212 (3) Intro to American Literature II
A continuation of ENGL 211, examining the period from the beginning of the 20th Century to the present. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 213 (3) Intro to Canadian First Nations Literature
An exploration of the literature of North American First Nations people from the oral tradition to contemporary writing, focusing on Native Canadian literature written in English. Includes stories, essays, poetry, drama, novels and films. (3:0:0 for 14 weeks)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C'"in both.
ENGL 214 (3) Themes in Canadian First Nations Literature
A continuation of ENGL 213, focusing on specific themes in Canadian First Nations literature. Topics may include land claims and relationship to the land, spirituality, personal and communal healing, cultural appropriation, among others. (3:0:0 for 14 weeks)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 215 (3) Advanced Composition
An advanced course to further develop nonfiction prose-writing ability. Numerous and diverse short papers provide the focus for discussion in lectures, workshops, and tutorials. Satisfies the composition requirements of the Faculty of Education at the University of Victoria. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in two first-year University English courses.
ENGL 225 (3) Business and Technical Writing
A study in technical communications including planning and organization, outlining, summarizing, presenting data, handling references, and editing for students in business, technical, and other programs. Oral presentations are part of the in-class work. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: ENGL 115.
ENGL 231 (3) Studies in Drama
An examination of dramatic literature in terms of genres, historical periods, national traditions, styles, common themes or influences, and writers. Specific topics will be announced and instructors will publish reading lists and course outlines annually. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 241 (3) Studies in Prose
A study of selected examples of prose literature, examining such topics as the nature and form of narrative, concepts of heroism and character, individual and social awareness, and the significance of point of view. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 244 (3) Women and Literature I
An exploration of "women in fiction and fictions about women" (V. Woolf) looking at the feminine perspective in literature and the changing roles of women in society. A theoretical survey of relevant issues with emphasis on the literary texts, such as fiction, poetry, essays, diaries, and recent feminist literary theory. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 245 (3) Women and Literature II
A continuation of ENGL 244. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 251 (3) Studies in Poetry
An examination of poetry in terms of genres, historical periods, national traditions, styles, common themes or influences, and writers. Specific topics will be announced and instructors will publish reading lists and course outlines annually. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 261 (3) Children's Literature: The Tradition
A survey of the roots of children's literature in mythology, folk tale, and fable; and the development of imaginative writing for children through representative classics. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 262 (3) Children's Literature: Contemporary Books and Issues
A study of modern national and international writing for children including novels, picture books, and poetry. Topics may include censorship, selection and didacticism. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 271 (3) Literature and Film I
An interdisciplinary examination of literature and film. Topics may include relations between prose fictions and cinematic adaptations; the comparative study of themes, national traditions or theoretical concerns in both media; formal concerns and strategies; genres; or myth. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 272 (3) Literature and Film II
A continuation of ENGL 271. Students may take either or both offerings. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Two semesters in first-year university English courses, with at least one literature course, and a minimum grade of "C" in both.
ENGL 290 (3) Intro to Computer-Mediated Communication
Designed to provide an intellectual understanding of the nature of CMC by examining its use and effects in several contexts and to provide a practical (applied) component to introduce students to the technologies and skills required for integrating those uses in the workplace. (1:0:2)
Prerequisite: Min. "C+" in two first-year University English courses. Recommended: ENGL 215 and any first-year graphics/design and computer courses. Familiarity with Windows-based applications, particularly Word for Windows or WordPerfect for Windows.
ENGL 300 (3) Background to English Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of classical and medieval European literature and main currents of thought that have helped to shape English literature from the Middle Ages to the present. May include the history of ideas, the philosophical, theological, rhetorical, and poetic backgrounds to English literature, and its literary sources and traditions. [Pre-1700 or Theory] (0:3:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 300 (3) Background to English Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of classical and medieval European literature and main currents of thought that have helped to shape English literature from the Middle Ages to the present. May include the history of ideas, the philosophical, theological, rhetorical, and poetic backgrounds to English literature, and its literary sources and traditions. [Pre-1700 or Theory] (0:3:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 310 (3) Rhetoric (Ends Dec 2009)
This course introduces students to the Western rhetorical tradition, examining how the discipline of Rhetoric has both shaped and itself been shaped by social, political, technological, and intellectual developments. It will introduce approaches to the rhetorical analysis of communicative artifacts, acts, and events. [Theory] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 310 (3) Rhetoric (Effective Jan 2010)
This course introduces students to the Western rhetorical tradition, examining how the discipline of Rhetoric has both shaped and itself been shaped by social, political, technological, and intellectual developments. It will introduce approaches to the rhetorical analysis of communicative artifacts, acts, and events. [Theory] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 315 (3) Advanced Workshop in Composition (Ends Dec 2009)
An opportunity to refine skills in writing nonfiction prose through discussion, practice, group learning, editing, and revising. Workshops include examination of the nature of the assignment, the makeup of the audience, the effectiveness of prose models, and the role of advanced language resources. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses
ENGL 315 (3) Advanced Workshop in Composition (Effective Jan 2010)
An opportunity to refine skills in writing nonfiction prose through discussion, practice, group learning, editing, and revising. Workshops include examination of the nature of the assignment, the makeup of the audience, the effectiveness of prose models, and the role of advanced language resources. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 316 (3) Studies in Narrative (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of story-telling, including the process of narrating, the role of the narrator, and the construction of the narrative. Addresses the theoretical and cultural workings of narrative through interpreting its various forms and sub-genres. The focus may be on a specific literary movement, genre, theme, and/or critical approach.
NOTE: May be taken more than once if the focus is significantly different in each case. May meet period or other degree requirements; consult the English Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 316 (3) Studies in Narrative (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of story-telling, including the process of narrating, the role of the narrator, and the construction of the narrative. Addresses the theoretical and cultural workings of narrative through interpreting its various forms and sub-genres. The focus may be on a specific literary movement, genre, theme, and/or critical approach.
NOTE: May be taken more than once if the focus is significantly different in each case. May meet period or other degree requirements; consult the English Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 317 (3) Studies in Drama (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of dramatic texts and performance art including theory, form, and production. The focus may be on a specific literary movement, genre, theme, and/or critical approach. May be taken for multiple credit if the focus is significantly different in each case. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Minimum 6 credits of 200-level English.
ENGL 317 (3) Studies in Drama (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of dramatic texts and performance art including theory, form, and production. The focus may be on a specific literary movement, genre, theme, and/or critical approach. May be taken for multiple credit if the focus is significantly different in each case. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 318 (3) Studies in Poetry (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of poetry emphasizing theory, form, textual presentation, and performance. The focus may be on a specific literary movement, genre, theme, and/or critical approach.
NOTE: May be taken more than once if the focus is significantly different in each case. May meet period or other degree requirements; consult the English Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 318 (3) Studies in Poetry (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of poetry emphasizing theory, form, textual presentation, and performance. The focus may be on a specific literary movement, genre, theme, and/or critical approach.
NOTE: May be taken more than once if the focus is significantly different in each case. May meet period or other degree requirements; consult the English Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 320 (3) Literary Theory to 1900 (Ends Dec 2009)
A survey of the major theoretical statements of European literary critics and aestheticians from Plato to the 20th century. Examines broad theoretical issues and the underlying assumptions of various critical discourses, the changing definition of literature and criticism, and the interrelationships between poetics, philosophy, and politics. [Pre-1700 or Theory] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 320 (3) Literary Theory to 1900 (Effective Jan 2010)
A survey of the major theoretical statements of European literary critics and aestheticians from Plato to the 20th century. Examines broad theoretical issues and the underlying assumptions of various critical discourses, the changing definition of literature and criticism, and the interrelationships between poetics, philosophy, and politics. [Pre-1700 or Theory] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 321 (3) Literary Theory from 1900 (Ends Dec 2009)
A survey of the range of literary theory: Russian Formalism, Structuralism, New Criticism, Marxism, Feminism, Post-Colonialism, Post-Structuralism, and beyond. Each theory is examined for its assumptions, applications, and textual strategies. [Theory or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 321 (3) Literary Theory from 1900 (Effective Jan 2010)
A survey of the range of literary theory: Russian Formalism, Structuralism, New Criticism, Marxism, Feminism, Post-Colonialism, Post-Structuralism, and beyond. Each theory is examined for its assumptions, applications, and textual strategies. [Theory or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 340 (3) Medieval English Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of medieval literature within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Chaucer, the Pearl-poet, Langland, Julian of Norwich, Margery Kempe, and others. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 340 (3) Medieval English Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of medieval literature within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Chaucer, the Pearl-poet, Langland, Julian of Norwich, Margery Kempe, and others. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 341 (3) Chaucer (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of Chaucer's: The Canterbury Tales. The course may include some of Chaucer's other works for context or comparison. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 341 (3) Chaucer (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of Chaucer's: The Canterbury Tales. The course may include some of Chaucer's other works for context or comparison. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 359 (3) Renaissance Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of the major non-dramatic literature of the 16th century within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Spenser, Sidney, More, Bacon, and others. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 359 (3) Renaissance Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of the major non-dramatic literature of the 16th century within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Spenser, Sidney, More, Bacon, and others. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 361 (3) The Metaphysical Poets (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of the major metaphysical poets that may include Donne, Herbert, Marvell, Vaughan, and others, as well as the theological and philosophical traditions that influenced them. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 361 (3) The Metaphysical Poets (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of the major metaphysical poets that may include Donne, Herbert, Marvell, Vaughan, and others, as well as the theological and philosophical traditions that influenced them. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 366 (3) Shakespeare (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of Shakespeare that includes representative plays. The course may focus on one or more dramatic genres. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 366 (3) Shakespeare (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of Shakespeare that includes representative plays. The course may focus on one or more dramatic genres. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 367 (3) Topics in Shakespeare (Ends Dec 2009)
The particular works and focus of this course will vary from semester to semester. Some possibilities are Politics and Shakespeare, Feminist Approaches to Shakespeare, Shakespeare's non-dramatic poetry, or Hamlet's Critical Reception. Students wishing to use this course to meet a period requirement of the English Major or Minor should consult with Dept. Chair. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 367 (3) Topics in Shakespeare (Effective Jan 2010)
The particular works and focus of this course will vary from semester to semester. Some possibilities are Politics and Shakespeare, Feminist Approaches to Shakespeare, Shakespeare's non-dramatic poetry, or Hamlet's Critical Reception. Students wishing to use this course to meet a period requirement of the English Major or Minor should consult with Dept. Chair. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 369 (3) Milton (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of Milton's major works including Paradise Lost. May include some of his shorter poems and political prose. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 369 (3) Milton (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of Milton's major works including Paradise Lost. May include some of his shorter poems and political prose. [Pre-1700] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 378 (3) 18th Century Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A survey of the poetry and prose of the 18th century within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Pope, Burney, Swift, Johnson, Fielding, and others. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 378 (3) 18th Century Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A survey of the poetry and prose of the 18th century within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Pope, Burney, Swift, Johnson, Fielding, and others. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 382 (3) Romantic Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of British Romanticism, including its late 18th century backgrounds, within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Burns, Blake, the Wordsworths, Coleridge, Byron, the Shelleys, Keats, Clare, Wollstonecraft, Austen, and others. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 382 (3) Romantic Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of British Romanticism, including its late 18th century backgrounds, within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include Burns, Blake, the Wordsworths, Coleridge, Byron, the Shelleys, Keats, Clare, Wollstonecraft, Austen, and others. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 384 (3) Victorian Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of the major literature of the period within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include the Brontes, Tennyson, the Brownings, the Rossettis, Ruskin, Carlyle, Eliot, Dickens, Hardy, and others. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 384 (3) Victorian Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of the major literature of the period within the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of the age. May include the Brontes, Tennyson, the Brownings, the Rossettis, Ruskin, Carlyle, Eliot, Dickens, Hardy, and others. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 401 (3) Studies in a North American Regional Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of a regional literature of North America. May include Coastal, Prairie, Southern or other literatures. May meet degree requirements for Canadian literature. May be taken for credit more than once provided course content differs significantly. Students wishing to use this course to meet the Canadian literature requirement of the English Major or Minor should consult the Dept.Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 401 (3) Studies in a North American Regional Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of a regional literature of North America. May include Coastal, Prairie, Southern or other literatures. May meet degree requirements for Canadian literature. May be taken for credit more than once provided course content differs significantly. Students wishing to use this course to meet the Canadian literature requirement of the English Major or Minor should consult the Dept.Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 402 (3) Studies in West Coast Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
An examination of the connections between, and cultural influences on, literature of British Columbia and the West Coast of North America. Topics may include orality and "fusion" literatures, First Nations/Native American, exploration writing, settlement and expansionism, environmental writing, regionalism and literature, and minority cultures. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 402 (3) Studies in West Coast Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
An examination of the connections between, and cultural influences on, literature of British Columbia and the West Coast of North America. Topics may include orality and "fusion" literatures, First Nations/Native American, exploration writing, settlement and expansionism, environmental writing, regionalism and literature, and minority cultures. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 403 (3) Environmental Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of various genres examining the relationship of writers to their natural environment. The focus is cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary. Imaginative literature forms the main study, but political, social and scientific issues may be discussed. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 403 (3) Environmental Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of various genres examining the relationship of writers to their natural environment. The focus is cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary. Imaginative literature forms the main study, but political, social and scientific issues may be discussed. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 405 (3) Inter-American Studies (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of literature across the Americas, exploring literary traditions, texts, and cultural contexts. May include indigenous and European traditions and conflicts and the impact of these issues on the texts and their audiences. [Multicultural] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 405 (3) Inter-American Studies (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of literature across the Americas, exploring literary traditions, texts, and cultural contexts. May include indigenous and European traditions and conflicts and the impact of these issues on the texts and their audiences. [Multicultural] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 406 (3) Studies in Post-Colonial Literatures (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of the literatures of post-colonial societies. May include discussion of the relationship between orality and literacy and themes such as colonialization, decolonization, multiculturism, and the politics of language. May be taken for credit more than once provided course content differs significantly. [Multicultural or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 406 (3) Studies in Post-Colonial Literatures (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of the literatures of post-colonial societies. May include discussion of the relationship between orality and literacy and themes such as colonialization, decolonization, multiculturism, and the politics of language. May be taken for credit more than once provided course content differs significantly. [Multicultural or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 407 (3) Studies in Globalization and Culture (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of literary and cultural responses to globalization. Drawing on post-colonial theory, discussion may include multiculturalism, and the politics of language. May be taken for credit more than once provided course content differs significantly. [Multicultural or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 407 (3) Studies in Globalization and Culture (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of literary and cultural responses to globalization. Drawing on post-colonial theory, discussion may include multiculturalism, and the politics of language. May be taken for credit more than once provided course content differs significantly. [Multicultural or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 414 (3) Modern and Contemporary World Drama (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of drama from the beginnings of dramatic realism in the mid-nineteenth century, including an exploration of non-traditional forms of contemporary international theatre and performance. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 414 (3) Modern and Contemporary World Drama (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of drama from the beginnings of dramatic realism in the mid-nineteenth century, including an exploration of non-traditional forms of contemporary international theatre and performance. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 415 (3) Studies in Comparative Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study within the discipline of Comparative Literature. May include tracing movements or ideas across national literatures, different artistic forms (literature and painting, music, etc.) or other spheres of human activity (literature and psychology, law, science, etc.) (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 415 (3) Studies in Comparative Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study within the discipline of Comparative Literature. May include tracing movements or ideas across national literatures, different artistic forms (literature and painting, music, etc.) or other spheres of human activity (literature and psychology, law, science, etc.) (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 416 (3) Studies in a Major Author, School or Movement (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of a major author, literary school, or movement. May include an exploration of historical, biographical, and cultural contexts, as well as their influence on subsequent literary trends and figures. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 416 (3) Studies in a Major Author, School or Movement (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of a major author, literary school, or movement. May include an exploration of historical, biographical, and cultural contexts, as well as their influence on subsequent literary trends and figures. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 417 (3) Post-Modernism in Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
This course explores the concept and politics of "the post-modern," beginning with an explanation of modernism and then examining movement into post-modernism, looking at the aesthetic, philosophical, and cultural assumptions underlying this shift. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 417 (3) Post-Modernism in Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
This course explores the concept and politics of "the post-modern," beginning with an explanation of modernism and then examining movement into post-modernism, looking at the aesthetic, philosophical, and cultural assumptions underlying this shift. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 420 (3) Gay and/or Lesbian Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A survey of lesbian and/or gay writings with emphasis on the construction of homosexual identities and cultural traditions. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 420 (3) Gay and/or Lesbian Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A survey of lesbian and/or gay writings with emphasis on the construction of homosexual identities and cultural traditions. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 425 (3) Teaching Writing: Theory and Practice
A survey of key theories in composition with a view to their pedagogical application. Topics include assessing and evaluating writing, contemporary rhetoric, the socio-cultural context of writing, and an exploration of writing-in-the disciplines programs. Four weeks as peer tutors in the Writing Centre will provide students with experiential learning. (0:3:0)
Prerequisite: Fourth-year standing and ENGL 215, and one of ENGL 310 or ENGL 315.
ENGL 430 (3) American Literature to 1900 (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of American literature to the 20th Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 430 (3) American Literature to 1900 (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of American literature to the 20th Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [1700-1900] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 432 (3) American Literature from 1900 (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of American literature of the 20th and 21st Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 432 (3) American Literature from 1900 (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of American literature of the 20th and 21st Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 433 (3) Studies in a National Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of a national literature (such as Irish, Australian, Polish etc.) within some of the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of that nation. May include a literature in translation. May be taken for multiple credit if the focus is sufficiently different in each case. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 433 (3) Studies in a National Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of a national literature (such as Irish, Australian, Polish etc.) within some of the broader social, political, philosophical, and cultural contexts of that nation. May include a literature in translation. May be taken for multiple credit if the focus is sufficiently different in each case. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 435 (3) Children's Literature (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of texts written primarily for children/adolescents. May include an examination of text production, presentation, the changing views/constructions of childhood/adolescence, as well as those of censorship, selection, and audience. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses
ENGL 435 (3) Children's Literature (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of texts written primarily for children/adolescents. May include an examination of text production, presentation, the changing views/constructions of childhood/adolescence, as well as those of censorship, selection, and audience. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 436 (3) British Literature from 1900 to 1945 (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of the works of British authors of the first part of the Twentieth Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 436 (3) British Literature from 1900 to 1945 (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of the works of British authors of the first part of the Twentieth Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 438 (3) British Literature from 1945 (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of the works of British authors of the last half of the 20th and into the 21st Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 438 (3) British Literature from 1945 (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of the works of British authors of the last half of the 20th and into the 21st Century. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 450 (3) Canadian Fiction (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of Canadian fiction primarily of the 20th and 21st Centuries. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [Canadian or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 450 (3) Canadian Fiction (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of Canadian fiction primarily of the 20th and 21st Centuries. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [Canadian or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 451 (3) Canadian Drama (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of Canadian drama primarily of the 20th and 21st Centuries. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts.[Canadian or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 451 (3) Canadian Drama (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of Canadian drama primarily of the 20th and 21st Centuries. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts.[Canadian or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 452 (3) Canadian Poetry (Ends Dec 2009)
A study of Canadian poetry primarily of the 20th and 21st Centuries. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [Canadian or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 452 (3) Canadian Poetry (Effective Jan 2010)
A study of Canadian poetry primarily of the 20th and 21st Centuries. May include an examination of historical, cultural, and theoretical contexts. [Canadian or 20th Century] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 480 (3) Research Methods (Ends Dec 2009)
An opportunity to enhance research skills and explore a variety of literary critical approaches. May include language and rhetorical concerns, research problems, scholarly apparatus for longer projects, and formal presentations. [Theory] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses.
ENGL 480 (3) Research Methods (Effective Jan 2010)
An opportunity to enhance research skills and explore a variety of literary critical approaches. May include language and rhetorical concerns, research problems, scholarly apparatus for longer projects, and formal presentations. [Theory] (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. 6 credits of 200-level English courses or permission of the instructor.
ENGL 490 (3) Special Project
An independent project that usually takes the form of a supervised extended essay. It may take other forms such as film, CD-ROM, etc. Enrolment is by approval of the English Chair only. Students normally make arrangements for 490 in the Spring semester of third year. For information consult the English Chair. (3:0:0)
Prerequisite: Min. average of B in the 15 most recent credits of English, or permission of the English Chair