College courses

[Saje]

I'm registering tomorrow... so anyone want to help me with input or watch me freak out and second guess myself... well, check back.

I need to pick one of these:

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.

They all sound interesting. <sigh>

 

[JessLough]

...all those make my head hurt Then again, it IS university...

 

[Saje]

lol I know the feeling

I'm kind of leaning towards this one:
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)

because I tend to end up in areas with a high native population, plus my second minor is in history and I'll probably focus on Canadian history so that might help. It looks interesting too but most of them do. Maybe not sci-fi lol

 

[Bailey08]

I was an English major, so you're making me jealous.

I strongly preferred smaller, more focused seminar classes to the bigger general introductory ones, so I would lean in that direction. As an aside, I was so bummed that they changed the requirements my senior year that previously made all of the survey classes mandatory (after I'd already taken them!).

I think the native lit class sounds interesting, too.

 

[Saje]

ENGL 215 is interesting too. It's a pre-req for a course I might want to take later. <sigh> There is a very good change I'm going to be over the credit requirement for this degree anyway!

Edit: It's a small university so the class sizes aren't too big. At least, that's what they advertise! lol The last program I took there were only 20 people in it and we all went through it together. It was great!

 

[Dekka]

Soo not what I am taking this year .. but I would jump at the Sci Fi one (though the PC name is speculative fiction)

 

[Saje]

Ok I went with ENGL 213 for now.

Now I need to pick two of these:

HIST 101 (3) The Twentieth Century World I

A survey of world history from the late 19th Century to the eve of World War II. Forces of global significance, such as World War I, the Communist Revolution, and colonial nationalism are introduced. HIST 101 was formerly called HIST 201; credit will not be granted for both courses. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 102 (3) The Twentieth Century World II

A survey of world history from approximately World War II to the present. Forces of global significance such as the Cold War, decolonization and social revolution are introduced. HIST 102 was formerly called HIST 202; credit will not be granted for both courses. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 111 (3) Canadian History before Confederation

A survey of the political, economic, social, and cultural development of Canada up to 1867. Developments of national significance are examined, including contact with First Nations and the fur trade, French and British colonial societies, Canadian-American relations and the early settlement of the West. (History 112 may be taken before or after History 111 but may be taken concurrently only with the permission of the instructor.) (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 112 (3) Canadian History since Confederation

A survey of the political, economic, social, and cultural development of Canada since 1867. Examines developments of national significance, including industrialization and immigration, the Great Depression and the two World Wars, social reforms and post-war socio-economic transformations and the rise of Quebec nationalism. (History 112 may be taken before or after History 111 but may be taken concurrently only with the permission of the instructor.) (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 131 (3) History of the United States to 1865

A broad survey of American history from the first European contact to the end of the Civil War. Lectures and readings introduce the major social, economic and political trends which shaped the country. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 132 (3) History of the United States since 1865

A broad survey of American history from the end of the Civil War to the present. Lectures and readings introduce the major social, economic and political trends which shaped the modern American state. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 203 (3) Britain in the Modern Age

A broad sweep of British history from the Victorian age to the present. Topics include industrialization and urban growth, social class and domestic politics, imperialism and decolonization, transportation and communications, and education, youth, and family structures. Topics relating to leisure, recreation and popular culture are also considered. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 205 (3) Immigration, Immigrants and Minorities: The Canadian Experience

An examination of immigrants, government immigration policy, and the establishment of immigrants in Canada as well as the fortunes of minority religious and ethnic groups and the behaviour of the host society. Themes studied include cultural diversity, assimilation, racism and discrimination. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 206 (3) Canadian Society: New and Changing Identities Since 1960

An examination of new developments in Canada after 1960 such as the women's movement, First Nations' activism, Canadian and Quebec nationalism, youth and student culture, environmentalism, regional assertiveness, ethnic pride and multiculturalism. Themes studied may include the resulting diversity, the new senses of self-awareness, and the challenging of the established order. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 207 (3) North American Popular Culture Before World War II

An introduction to North American history through popular culture in the decades prior to World War II. Topics may include advertising, radio, cinema, ethnicity, religion, tobacco, alcohol and drug consumption, and recreation. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 208 (3) North American Popular Culture After World War II

An introduction to the forces shaping popular culture in North America in the post-war years. The Mass media, including advertising, television and movies, substance use and abuse, body images, spectator sports, and generational conflict may be examined. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 209 (3) North American Pop Culture from 1970

An overview of various aspects of popular culture in Canada and the United States. Topics to be addressed will include entertainment, consumerism and advertising, and popular habits. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 210 (3) Canadian Women's History to 1920

An examination of the diversity of the historical experience of women in Canada to the early 20th Century. Subjects may include pre-industrial life, the impact of industrialization and technology, race and ethnicity, spirituality, education, law, health, women's cultures, domesticity, and the early feminist movement. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 211 (3) Canadian Women's History since 1920

An examination of the diversity of the historical experience in Canada since the early 20th Century. Subjects may include the impact of war and depression, girls' organizations, education, employment, home-making, politics, the law, changing reproductive patterns, advertising and consumerism, and 'second-wave' feminism. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 214 (3) The Rise of Professional Sport in Canada, 1867-1945

An examination of the rise of professional sport in Canada from Confederation to the Second World War. Students will first study the history of organized team sports and then organized professional sports, considering professional players, teams and leagues and their relationship to broader currents of Canadian history. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 215 (3) The Consolidation of Professional Sport in Canada, 1945 to the Present

A history of organized professional sports in Canada, considering their cultural and economic importance and examining the relationships between professional sports and fans, communities and governments. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 221 (3) Europe, 1500-1789

A survey of Europe's history from the Renaissance to the French Revolution. Topic may include European expansion, the printing revolution, and the centralized state. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 222 (3) Europe 1789-1914

A survey of Europe's history from the French Revolution to World War I. Topics may include the new imperialism, industrialization, revolution and nationalism. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 230 (3) Studies in the History of First Nations in Canada

A special topics course. Content varies from year to year. Please consult the department for details. (3:0:0) HIST 230A The Crown, the Courts and Aboriginal Resource Rights Credit will only be granted for one of HIST 230A or HIST 230. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 231 (3) First Nations People in Canadian History since 1867

An investigation of First Nations people in Canadian society from Confederation to 1982, emphasizing reserve life in the west, the north, and British Columbia. Through lectures and readings students are introduced to demographic patterns, economic and social structures, gender, and debates on political recognition and rights. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 240 (3) Modern China

An introductory survey of the history of China from the late Qing era to the present. Political chronology forms the structural basis; lectures, seminars and films combine to emphasize the social, intellectual and economic conditions of China, and their change over time. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 251 (3) History of Latin America: the Colonial Era

An examination of the history of Latin America from the conquest of the Americas to the wars of independence in the early nineteenth century. Focus is on social, economic, political and cultural developments. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.
HIST 252 (3) History of Latin America: the National Era

An examination of the history of Latin America from independence and the formation of modern nation-states in the early nineteenth century until the modern day. Focus is on social, economic, political and cultural developments. (3:0:0)

Prerequisite: None.

 

[Saje]

HIST 205 and 206 but get to take two more of those next semester

 

[Saje]

hmph not all the courses I want are available because I'm registering so late

 

[GlassOnion]

I pick Britain in the Modern Age and Sci-Fi.

But I'm the antipodal of a English person so my input might not be the best. Those two just sounded the least painful.