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Canadian Studies CNST

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Introduction

The Canadian Studies program offers an introduction to Canadian literature, the arts, politics and society. It is designed for those who might wish to pursue careers in government, law, education, communications or in other areas where a thorough knowledge of Canada is necessary. The program is interdisciplinary allowing students to benefit from exposure to faculty members and ideas and developments from different fields.

Contact Information

For information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00. The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1. At least eight full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field.

2. Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

4. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

5. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

6. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

7. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Second Language Competence

Students are strongly encouraged to develop a competence in more than one language that is relevant to the study of Canada. Students pursuing a career in government at the federal level should obtain a minimum proficiency in French.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required

Group 1: Five full-course equivalents as follows:

Canadian Studies 201, 333, 401, 433, 439, 591
General Studies 300, 500

Group 2: One and one-half full-course equivalents from the following list:

Canadian Studies 309, 331, 337, 339, 341, 351, 353, 355, 361, 419, 451

General Studies 407

Group 3:

One and one-half full-course equivalents from the following lists. Courses are grouped as areas of study to assist students should they wish to specialize in this way. Students may also wish to specialize according to subject, e.g. Canadian history or Canadian literature. Note: Some of the courses listed below have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

1. Communications and Culture

Canadian Studies 313, 331, 337, 339, 341, 351, 353, 355, 401, 417, 421, 427

Communications Studies 201, 335, 361, 381, 483

East Asian Studies 319, 321

Film 301

General Studies 201, 313

Anthropology 465

Art 301

Art History 301, 303, 305, 309, 367, 369

Comparative Literature 321

Drama 356

English 370 or 470, 509

French 323, 439,

History 431, 435, 449, 495
Sociology 399

2. Native Studies

Canadian Studies 309, 311, 313, 315, 351, 401, 417
Anthropology 213, 335, 355, 419

Archaeology 303, 419, 421, 423

Art History 311, 367, 369

English 385

History 211, 345, 447, 529, 533

Indigenous Studies 201, 303, 305, 315, 317, 397

Sociology 307

3. Gender and Ethnicity

Canadian Studies 309, 351, 353, 361, 401

East Asian Studies 319, 321

Law and Society 335


Women's Studies 201, 307, 321, 339, 405

History 343, 347, 353, 439.01, 445, 457, 533

Philosophy 337

Sociology 303, 403, 405, 467



4. Policy and Institutions

Canadian Studies 315, 401, 417

Museum and Heritage Studies 409

Science, Technology and Society 343

Business and Environment 401Economics 325, 339, 341, 355, 365, 379, 401, 403, 415, 417, 431, 465, 471, 475,
History 475, 527,


Political Science 225, 321, 325, 343, 425, 431, 433, 435, 437, 445, 447, 451, 521,

Urban Studies 451

5. National and Regional Development

Canadian Studies 309, 315, 337, 339, 355, 401

Northern Planning and Development Studies 401


Economics 325, 339, 365, 465,
Geography 381
History 211, 213, 337, 347, 349, 353, 431, 433, 439.01, 439.02, 441, 445, 447, 451, 455, 519, 521, 523, 525, 531

Political Science 321, 325, 425, 445, 447, 521
Sociology 205, 353, 405

6. Natural Resources and Environment

Canadian Studies 309, 401

Northern Planning and Development Studies 405

Anthropology 335 Economics 323, 325, 367, 377, 475, 527, 575
Geography 321, 341, 421

History 437, 439.02, 447

BA Canadian Studies/BEd (Master of Teaching Program) Combined Degree

Introduction

The combined BA (Canadian Studies)/BEd (Master of Teaching Program), administered by the Faculty of Communication and Culture, is a five year degree program which leads to both the Bachelor of Arts (Canadian Studies) and Bachelor of Education (Master of Teaching Program) degrees. Both the Bachelor of Arts (Canadian Studies) and Bachelor of Education (Master of Teaching Program) components are integrated into the program and present certification requirements of the Province of Alberta are satisfied.

Education Contact Information:

Location: Education Tower 11th Floor

Phone: (403) 220-5621

Fax: (403) 282-0263

E-mail: educsso@ucalgary.ca

Admission

(a) Satisfactory matriculation or Adult Student standing as outlined in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar. English Language Arts 30-1 and one of Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 31 or Applied Mathematics 30 are compulsory. One of French 30, 30S, 30N, Français 30, or French Language Arts 30 is strongly recommended.

(b) (i) Successful completion of a minimum of eight full-course equivalents (Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). General Studies 300 and Canadian Studies 201 must be completed prior to application.

(ii) A maximum of twenty students (ten to the Elementary Route and ten to the Secondary Route) will be accepted into the combined degree annually. Applicants should refer to the Admission Requirements in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar for information regarding admission to the Faculty of Education.

Admissions Deadlines

Refer to the Applications for Admission Schedule at the front of this Calendar.

Intention To Register

Combined degree students must inform the Faculty of Education of their intention to register by March 15 preceding the Fall Session in which they intend to begin this portion of their program.

Requirements

Students must take the following courses within the first three years:

1. Canadian Studies 201, 333, 401, 433, 439, 591

General Studies 300, 500

2. One and one half full-course equivalents from the Canadian Studies Group 2 lists in the Canadian Studies Major Program.

3. Two full-course equivalents from the Canadian Studies Group 3 Options List in the Canadian Studies Major Program. Students following the Social Studies Secondary Route are advised to register in courses featuring aboriginal studies.

4. Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the Intercultural Requirement1

5. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

Fourth and Fifth Years:

Courses required by the Faculty of Education to complete the Elementary or Secondary Route

Students are strongly encouraged to develop a proficiency in more than one language that is relevant to the study of Canada. The following options for French language study are recommended: French 215/217 or 335/337 or any non-language credit course at the Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà where French is the language of instruction.

1 Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

Regulations

Students choosing to leave the combined degree program before completion of both degrees would be considered to have left the Faculty of Education and would revert to enrolment in the Faculty of Communication and Culture with all the degree requirements of that program.

Communications Studies COMS

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Introduction

Communications Studies will help prepare students for careers in both print and electronic journalism, public relations, as well as in business, politics and other related fields. It is not specifically a professional program. The teaching and research strengths of the program are in Media Studies, Professional Communication, and Rhetoric. Media Studies provides an awareness of the cultural impact of communications media and an understanding of research and practice involving communications media. Professional Communication looks more specifically at communication in the workplace. Rhetoric gives direction to students who are especially interested in the intellectual and practical aspects of discourse, including writing and public speaking.

Contact Information

For information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

Enrolment in the Communications Studies Major program is limited.

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00. The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1. At least eight full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field.

2. Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

4. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

5. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

6. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

7. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

8. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better, with the exception of the statistics course for Communication Studies 451, which may be met with a D or D+.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required

Communications Studies 201, 361, 367, 381, 451, 591

General Studies 300, 500

Options

Note: Some of the courses listed below have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

A. Two full-course equivalents from the following list:

Communications Studies 335, 363, 365, 401, 403, 405, 407, 441, 461, 463, 483, 537, 567

Development Studies 485

Science, Technology and Society 341

Women's Studies 339

B. One full-course equivalent from the following list:

Any additional course from the Option A list

Anthropology 303, 367, 383, 465

Art History 419, 423

Canadian Studies 331, 339, 341,

English 302

Film - all courses titled Film

General Studies 407

German 357

Greek and Roman Studies 315

History 449, 495

Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 321

Linguistics 201, 203, 309, 321

Marketing 341

Museum and Heritage Studies 303

Music History and Literature 281, 309

Philosophy 249, 333, 363

Science, Technology and Society 325

Sociology 324

Urban Studies 313

Maximum of one half-course equivalent in literature or comparative literature

Maximum of one half-course equivalent in language other than English

BA and BA Honours in Communications Studies Co-operative Education Programs

Introduction

The Communications Studies Co-operative Education program is a five-year program which includes 16 months of supervised work experience in various private and government agencies.

Students who wish to enter the Communications Studies Co-operative Education program are urged to discuss their pre-admission course selection with the Faculty of Communication and Culture as early in their program as possible.

Admission

Application dates are: December 1 and May 1.

Students must have been admitted to a Communications Studies major and must have successfully completed at least eight full-course equivalents. A minimum grade point average of 3.00 is required for admission to the BA Co-operative Education program, or 3.30 for admission to the BA Honours Co-operative Education program. Grade point average will be calculated on the most recent five full-course equivalents. (Co-operative Education students who are considering Honours should consult with the Career Services office as soon as they are accepted into the Co-operative Education program to ensure that they are placed in a course sequence that will accommodate the Honours thesis in their last year.) The grade point average for admission purposes is calculated over the most recent five full-course equivalents.

Before commencing the first Co-operative Education placement, students must have completed at least one and one-half full-course equivalents from the following list, at least one of which must be Communications Studies 361, 363, or 365, with a minimum grade of "B-" on each of the one and one-half full-course equivalents presented.

Communications Studies 335, 361, 363, 365, 367, 381, 441, 461, 463

General Studies 300

Students should refer to the Co-operative Education section of this Calendar for specific regulations pertaining to Co-operative Education programs.

Requirements

Students must complete the following four courses in addition to the regular requirements for the BA or BA Honours in Communications Studies degree program:
Co-operative Education 525.01, 525.02, 525.03, and 525.04.

In addition to the Faculty of Communication and Culture regulations governing Honours and Majors programs and the regulations governing Co-operative Education programs, the following regulations apply. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 and 3.30 must be maintained in the BA and BA Honours programs respectively. In the Co-operative Education program students must take study and work sessions consecutively and be registered full time. The Co-operative Education courses are in addition to the normal requirements for the BA or BA Honours degree program in Communications Studies. Students must complete the same required courses and number of courses as required for a student completing the traditional BA or BA Honours degree program. Upon completion of each work term, the student must present a work term report to the Communications Studies Co-operative Education representative.

Regulations

Students who receive a grade of "F" in a Co-operative Education course will be required to withdraw from the Co-operative Education program.

Bachelor of Communications Studies

Introduction

The Bachelor of Communications Studies degree is offered in partnership with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (S.A.I.T.). It is intended for students who want the flexibility and broad interdisciplinary base of knowledge provided by a University degree combined with the practical skills in public relations, journalism, corporate communications and technical production provided by a professional diploma program. The Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà portion of the degree (twelve full-course equivalents) may be taken either before or after the S.A.I.T. portion of the degree (eight full-course equivalents).

Note: Students must apply separately to the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and meet all its admission requirements and application deadlines.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Enrolment in the Bachelor of Communications Studies program is limited. Students requesting admission to this program apply to the same quota pool as those applying to the Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications Studies. When a student is presenting a S.A.I.T. or equivalent diploma for block transfer credit to the Bachelor of Communications Studies degree, the grade point average for admission to the Communications Studies quota program will be calculated over the entire diploma.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The program must include the following components:

1. Twelve full-course equivalents, as outlined below, of Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà or university transfer courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. Not more than 10 full course equivalents of the entire program may be transferred from other institutions. Therefore, no more than two full-course equivalents, *in addition to the block transfer for the diploma, *of transfer credit may be used toward this requirement No more than one and one-half full-course equivalent "D" or "D+" grades will be counted in the twelve courses. A maximum of one-half course "D" or "D+" grade may be in courses constituting the Major Field. At least seven full-course equivalents must be at the senior level.

2. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better, with the exception of the statistics course to precede Communication Studies 451, which may be met with a D or D+.

3. Completion of one of the following diploma programs, or an approved equivalent with a grade point average of 2.00 on all courses. No more than one and one-half full-course equivalents may have a "D" or "D+."

· Southern Alberta Institute of Technology: Journalism; Cinema, Television, Stage and Radio; New Media and Design; Radio, Television and Broadcast News; Film and Video Production; Digital Graphics Communication

· Northern Alberta Institute of Technology: Radio and Television Arts

· Lethbridge Community College: Journalism/Broadcasting; Advertising/Public Relations; Community Television; Multimedia

· Grant MacEwan Community College: Journalism; Audiovisual Communications; Digital Arts and Media

· Mount Royal College: Broadcasting

Note: Students must apply separately to the postsecondary institution offering the diploma and meet all its admission requirements and application deadlines. Students who are unsuccessful in applying to the postsecondary institution offering the diploma may transfer to the four-year Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies at the Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ, or any other Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà program for which they qualify. Courses already completed toward the Bachelor of Communications Studies may be applied toward the Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies.

Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà Components

Core Courses

Communications Studies 201, 335, 361, 367, 381, 451, 580

General Studies 300, 500

One-half course in statistics including but not limited to Anthropology 307, Applied Psychology 301, Political Science 399, Sociology 311

Intercultural Requirement

The Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) One full-course equivalent from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

Breadth Requirement

At least one and one-half full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. A minimum of one half-course must be taken in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

Options

Sufficient number of open options required to bring the total number of courses completed to 20 full-course equivalents.

Computer Competence Requirement

The computer competence requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visitand follow the links.

Note: This requirement will be waived for students entering the post-diploma stream with a completed Communications Arts diploma.

Development Studies DEST

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Introduction

Development Studies is designed to provide students with an understanding of issues, policies, and practices associated with development in the context of both Canada and developing countries. In addition to critical interdisciplinary perspectives for conceptualizing and analyzing issues, students will gain practical skills for designing, implementing and effectively managing development projects and programs. The program, therefore, prepares students for further studies, as well as for employment in governmental, non-governmental, and other development-related fields in Canada and abroad.

Contact Information

For information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00 . The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1. At least eight full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field.

2. Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

4. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

5. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

6. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

7. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

8. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required - six full-course equivalents as follows:

Development Studies 201, 375, 393, 485, 591

General Studies 300, 313, 500

Northern Planning and Development Studies 401, 405

Two full-course equivalents from the following lists.

Note: Some of the courses listed below have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

1. Economics - one half-course from the following:

It is recommended that students take the prerequisites Economics 201 and 203 in their first year.

Economics 321, 337, 349, 365, 367

2. Options -one and one-half full-course equivalents from the following:

Anthropology 365, 371, 481

Biology 307

Botany 309

Canadian Studies 309, 313, 351, 353, 361, 417

Development Studies 401, 407

Economics 377

General Studies 401, 407

Geography 321, 341, 367, 421

457

Indigenous Studies 201, 303, 305, 315, 317[INDG217311, 341, 397, 399, 407

Museum and Heritage Studies 409

Philosophy 349

Political Science 359

Science, Technology and Society 325

Sociology 341, 361375

BA and BA Honours in Development Studies Co-operative Education Programs

Introduction

The Co-operative Education programs are five-year programs which include 16 months of supervised work experience in various private and government agencies.

Students who wish to enter the Development Studies Co-operative Education Program are urged to discuss their pre-admission course selection with the Faculty of Communication and Culture as early in their programs as possible.

Admission

Application dates are: December 1 and May 1. Students must have declared a Development Studies major and must have successfully completed at least eight full-course equivalents. A minimum grade point average of 3.00 is required for admission to the BA Co-operative Education program, or 3.30 for admission to the BA Honours Co-operative Education program. (Co-operative Education students who are considering Honours should consult with the Career Services office as soon as they are accepted into the Co-operative Education program to ensure that they are placed in a course sequence that will accommodate the Honours thesis in their last year.) The grade point average for admission purposes is calculated over the most recent five full-course equivalents. Students must have completed General Studies 300 with a minimum grade of "C" and Development Studies 393 with a minimum grade of "B-" before commencing the first co-operative education placement.

Students should refer to the Co-operative Education section of this Calendar for specific regulations pertaining to Co-operative Education programs.

Requirements

Students must complete the following four courses in addition to the regular requirements for the BA or BA Honours in Development Studies degree program:

Co-operative Education 527.01, 527.02, 527.03 and 527.04.

In addition to the Faculty of Communication and Culture regulations governing Honours and Majors programs and the regulations governing Co-operative Education programs, the following regulations apply. A minimum grade point average of 2.00 and 3.30 must be maintained in the BA and BA Honours programs respectively. In the Co-operative Education program students must take study and work sessions consecutively and be registered full time. The Co-operative Education courses are in addition to the normal requirements for the BA or BA Honours degree program in Development Studies. Students must complete the same required courses and number of courses as required for a student completing the traditional BA or BA Honours degree program. Upon completion of each work term, the student must present a work term report to the Development Studies Co-operative Education representative.

Regulations

Students who receive a grade of "F" in a Co-operative Education course will be required to withdraw from the Co-operative Education Program.

The first four-month work term (Co-operative Education 527.01) is normally taken in the summer between Years 2 and 3. The remaining four-month work terms are taken during the last three years of the program.

Film Studies (FILM)

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(Pending government approval)

Introduction

Our two Film Studies degrees will help prepare students for careers in the areas of film, video and new media in addition to further graduate study. While not specifically a professional program, these degrees allow students to develop an interdisciplinary appreciation of cinema as a popular medium of communications. In addition to developing a critical understanding of cinema, students will consider film as an art form, as a cultural industry, and as an innovative and developing technology with cultural, social and political significance. Students registered in the Film Studies Major program have the option of pursuing a Bachelor of Arts program in film or a Bachelor of Film Studies degree (BFS) offered in conjunction with SAIT. The BA program is intended to provide an awareness of the cultural, historical and social character of film.

Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies

(Offering of this degree is subject to final government approval)

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00. The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1. At least eight full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field.

2. Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

4. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

5. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

6. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

7. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

8. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required

Film Studies 201, 321, 331, 333, 591

General Studies 300, 500

Options

One and one-half full-course equivalent from List A and two full-course equivalents from List B. Note: Some of the courses listed below have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

List A: Film as Cultural Industry

Communications Studies 335

Film 407, 409, 441, 451, 461

List B: Aesthetics of Film

Canadian Studies 331, , 421

Communications Studies ,

Film 301, 305, 307, 323, 403, 405, 409, 471

Art History 419, 423

Fine Arts

French

German

Urban Studies

Bachelor of Film Studies

(Offering of this degree is subject to final government approval)

Introduction

The Bachelor of Film Studies degree is offered in partnership with the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (S.A.I.T.). It is intended for students who want the flexibility and broad interdisciplinary base of knowledge provided by a University degree combined with the practical skills in film and video or new media production provided by a professional diploma program. The Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà portion of the degree (twelve full-course equivalents) may be taken either before or after the S.A.I.T. portion of the degree (eight full-course equivalents).

Note: Students must apply separately to the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and meet all its admission requirements and application deadlines.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Students requesting admission to this program apply to the same quota pool as those applying to the Bachelor of Arts degree in Film Studies. When a student is presenting a S.A.I.T. or equivalent diploma for block transfer credit to the Bachelor of Film Studies degree, the grade point average for admission to the Film Studies quota program will be calculated over the entire diploma.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The program must include the following components:

1. Twelve full-course equivalents, as outlined below, of Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà or university transfer courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. Not more than 10 full course equivalents of the entire program may be transferred from other institutions. Therefore, no more than two full-course equivalents, *in addition to the block transfer for the diploma, *of transfer credit may be used toward this requirement No more than one and one-half full-course equivalent "D" or "D+" grades will be counted in the twelve courses. A maximum of one-half course "D" or "D+" grade may be in courses constituting the Major Field. At least seven full-course equivalents must be at the senior level.

2. Completion of the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology Film and Video Production diploma program; or approved equivalent, with a grade point average of 2.00 on all courses. No more than one and one-half full-course equivalents may have a grade of "D" or "D+."

3. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Note: Students must apply separately to S.A.I.T. and meet all its admission requirements and application deadlines. Students who are unsuccessful in applying to S.A.I.T. may transfer to the four-year Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies at the Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ, or to any other Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà program for which they qualify. Courses already completed toward the Bachelor of Film Studies (BFS) may be applied toward the Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies.

Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà Components

Core Courses

Film Studies 201, 301or CNST 331, 307, 321, 403 461, COMS580

General Studies ,

Options - one half-course from:Canadian Studies 341, 421

Film Studies 305, 405, 409, 471

Intercultural Requirement

The Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) One full-course equivalent from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

Breadth Requirement

At least one and one-half full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. A minimum of one half-course must be taken in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

Options

Sufficient number of open options required to bring the total number of courses completed to 20 full-course equivalents.

Computer Competence Requirement

The computer competence requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visitand follow the links.

Note: This requirement will be waived for students entering the post-diploma stream with a completed Communications Arts diploma.

Law and Society LWSO

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Introduction

The program in Law and Society is designed to provide a broad exposure to the nature of law and its role in society. The overall aim of the program is not only to provide students with as deep an understanding of the law as possible but also to demonstrate that the law is not an isolated discipline but, rather, is part of an integrated culture of which we all partake. The program is not specifically a "pre-law" program. Nevertheless, the perspectives that it offers are likely to be of great benefit to intending lawyers, as well as to those considering a career in politics, the civil service, law enforcement, the social sciences, business and industry, or public-interest advocacy.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

Note: Enrolment in the Law and Society Major program is limited.

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00. The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1.At least eight full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field.

2.Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

4. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

5. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

6. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

7. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

8. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required

General Studies 300, 313, 500
Law and Society 201, 203, 412, 591

One of Law and Society 335 or 337
Political Science 343

Options

Two full-course equivalents to be selected from the following list of which at least one and one-half full-course equivalents must be from List A. Note: Some of the courses listed below have prerequisites and are restricted to Majors in those programs until late in the registration period. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

List A

Canadian Studies 201, 309, 333, 351, 353, 355, 361, 417, 419, 439

Communications Studies 361

Development Studies 375

East Asian Studies 317

General Studies 201, 401, 407, 413

Indigenous Studies 201, 343

Latin American Studies 203

Law and Society 335, 337, 401, 501

Museum and Heritage Studies 331

Science, Technology and Society 325, 341, 343

South Asian Studies 315

Women's Studies 303, 307. 311, 321, 331, 339

List B

Anthropology 213, 371, 375

Business and Environment 395

Economics 345

History 473, 474, 475, 567

Philosophy 313, 319, 329, 347, 453, 525

Political Science 283, 383, 541, 581

Sociology 421, 423, 427

Science, Technology and Society STAS

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Introduction

The Science, Technology and Society program is designed to provide the student with an integrated understanding of the ways in which science and technology interact with the culture of any society, both as part of that culture and also as a force for change. This program will be useful for students seeking careers in policy analysis and strategic planning in the private and government sectors (eg. economic development, health, energy, natural resources, post-secondary education), and provides a foundation for further professional or graduate degrees.

Science, Technology and Society also provides an excellent opportunity for construction of a defined interdisciplinary component that may be of special interest to students in other programs such as science, engineering, business and several social science disciplines. The Director is available to discuss specific student interests. A common cluster might include history of science, Science, Technology and Society 325 or 327 and (for students with strong science, engineering or business backgrounds) Science, Technology and Society 591.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00. The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1. At least eight and one-half full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field. The topic selected under the Major Field will determine whether the BA or the BSc degree is awarded. Students completing the BSc in Science, Technology and Society must include a minimum of seven full-course equivalents in Science and/or Area III Social Sciences courses within their total program.

2. Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

4. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

5. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

6. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

7. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

8. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required

1. Six full-course equivalents as follows. Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

General Studies 300, 500

History 477.01, 477.02

Philosophy 367

Science, Technology and Society 325, 327, 341, 343, 591

2. An approved 400-level half course in any area of science, technology or Area III Social Sciences. Consult the Program Co-ordinator.

Options

Two full-course equivalents from the following list:

Anthropology 341, 473

Biology 307

Communications Studies 201

Economics 373, 377, 379

General Studies 301, 407 (The topic for GNST 301 must be approved by the Program Director or Assistant Dean, Student Affairs.)

Geography 321

Greek and Roman Studies 321

History 371, 373

Innovation 321, 323

Philosophy 467, 517, 567

Science, Technology and Society 201, 401, 407

Sociology 331, 333, 435

Courses from the Faculty of Science approved by the Program Director

Women's Studies WMST

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Introduction

The Women's Studies Major program is designed to provide students with knowledge of the rapidly developing disciplinary and interdisciplinary literature in the field, while providing them with an understanding of the reasons for the development of a feminist scholarship. From its activist and academic perspective, the program will help prepare students for careers in government, social work, and business, while also providing them with a mode of analysis applicable to related fields, and to their own lives.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

See Admissions information under Faculty Regulations.

Program Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-" and the grade point average for courses in the major field must also be at least 2.00. The program may not contain more than three full-course equivalents with "D" or "D+" grades and not more than one full-course equivalent of these may be in the courses constituting the Major Field. The program must include the following components:

1. At least eight full-course equivalents taken from the lists of courses constituting the Major Field.

2. Intercultural Requirement: the Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

3. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

4. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

5. A maximum of eight full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

6. Not more than ten of the required 20 courses may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

7. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards degree program requirements.

8. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Courses Constituting the Major Field

Required

General Studies 300, 313, 500
Women's Studies 201, 303, 307, 311, 405, 591

Note: Students entering the program in their third or fourth year of study may apply to have the Women's Studies 201 requirement waived. For further information, contact the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

Options

Two and one-half full-course equivalents to be selected from the following list. Note: Some of the courses listed below have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Any decimalized topics course, the central topic of which is women.

Anthropology 331, 427,

Archaeology 503

Canadian Studies 361

Development Studies 375

English 318, 387 (when the topic is "Literature and Women"), 389 (when the topic is women)

Film 307

General Studies 407

Greek and Roman Studies 315

History 343, 423, 533 Law and Society 335

Philosophy 337

Political Science 551

Religious Studies 325, 381, 479

Social Work 317

Sociology 303, 371, 403

Urban Studies 311

Women's Studies 321, 331, 339, 401, 431, 501

Multidisciplinary Degree Programs

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BA and BSc in Communication and Culture

(Formerly BA and BSc in General Studies - Pending final approval)

Introduction

These twenty course general degrees are designed to accommodate students who (a) do not want any of the traditional majors or (b) want to design their own degree programs with a particular focus. The general degrees require students to include a minor within their program for a sense of cohort and intellectual focus. Both the BA and the BSc allow for significant flexible design of students' unique programs.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

New applicants should refer to "Admission Requirements" in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar for regulations regarding University admission requirements.

Students wishing to enroll in the BA or BSc in Communication and Culture must meet the following admission requirements:

1. Satisfactory matriculation or Adult Student standing as outlined in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar. Students completing the BSc in Communication and Culture must present English Language Arts 30-1 and one of Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 31 or Applied Mathematics 30. Students completing the BA in Communication and Culture must present English Language Arts 30-1 and one of Pure Mathematics 30 or Mathematics 31 or Applied Mathematics 30 or a language other than English at the 30 level.

2. Transfer students seeking admission should refer to "Admission Requirements" in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar.

Note: The BA or BSc in Communication and Culture may not subsequently be completed as a second baccalaureate degree program by students who have completed any of the following programs:

(a) Bachelor of Communication and Culture degree or equivalent

(b) BA or BSc (Major) program

(c) BA or BSc in Communication and Culture

Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 20 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. No more than three full-course equivalent "D" or "D+" grades will be counted in the 20 courses. The program must include the following components:

1. Successful completion of one half course in English literature or other literature, including Comparative Literature, and one half course chosen from Communications Studies 361, 363, 365 or Science 311.

2. Successful completion of a Minor Field consisting of a minimum of five and a maximum of six full-course equivalents. Students are warned that they may find it very difficult to complete minors which require limited enrolment courses.

3. For the BSc degree, a majority of the required 20 full-course equivalents, 10 and one-half full-course equivalents or more, must be Science, Area III Social Sciences and Engineering courses. For the BA degree, a majority of the required 20 full-course equivalents must be other than Science, Area III Social Sciences or Engineering courses.

4. At least 13 full-course equivalents with a minimum grade point average of 2.00 must be from the Faculties of Communication and Culture, Humanities, Science and Social Sciences.

5. General Studies 300 and at least three full-course equivalents from outside the Faculty of Communication and Culture. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-."

6. Intercultural Requirement. Students may fulfill this requirement in one of four ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

7. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

8. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

9. Not more than six full-course equivalents may be from any one Department or from any group of courses that would fulfill a Major.

10. A maximum of eight of the required 20 full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

11. A maximum of ten of the required 20 full-course equivalents may be transferred from other institutions. A maximum of four full-course equivalents of the required courses in the program may be transferred from other institutions.

12. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards the degree.

13. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Bachelor of Communication and Culture (BCC)

(Formerly Bachelor of General Studies - Pending final approval)

Introduction

This fifteen course general degree is designed to accommodate students who (a) do not want any of the traditional majors, (b) want to design their own degree program with a particular focus, and (c) see this as a means of completing requirements to other degrees (in architecture, education etc.). This general degree requires students to include a minor program within the degree for a sense of cohort and intellectual focus. The Bachelor of Communication and Culture degree allows for significant, flexible designing of students' unique programs.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

New applicants should refer to "Admission Requirements" in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar for regulations regarding University admission requirements.

Senior Matriculation or Adult Student Admission

Students wishing to enroll in the Bachelor of Communication and Culture degree must present satisfactory matriculation or Adult Student standing as outlined in the Academic Regulations section of this Calendar. English Language Arts 30-1 and one of Pure Mathematics 30, Mathematics 31, Applied Mathematics 30 or a language other than English at the 30 level are compulsory.

Transfer Student Admission

(a) Completion of the requirements outlined above for matriculated or Adult Student admission.

(b) Admission to the Bachelor of Communication and Culture degree for applicants with previous post-secondary study shall be determined on the basis of the grade point average calculated over the most recent course work to a maximum of five full-course equivalents (Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). All grades within a session will be included except where the number of courses taken within a session exceeds that required to fulfill (to a maximum of) five full-course equivalents, in which case the highest grades will be used. Where appropriate, completion of particular courses and other admission criteria may be specified for admission purposes.

Note: The Bachelor of Communication and Culture degree program is only available as a first baccalaureate degree program.

Requirements

The Faculty requires that students complete an approved program equivalent to 15 full courses with a minimum grade point average of 2.00. The grade in General Studies 300 must be at least "C-." Not more than two full-course equivalent "D" or "D+" grades will be counted in the 15 courses. The program must include the following components:

1. Successful completion of one half course in English literature or other literature, including Comparative Literature, and one half course chosen from Communications Studies 361, 363, 365 or Science 311.

2. Successful completion of an approved Minor Field consisting of a minimum of five and a maximum of six full-course equivalents Students are warned that they may find it very difficult to complete minors which require limited enrolment courses.

3. At least nine full-course equivalents with a minimum grade point average of 2.00 must be from the Faculties of Communication and Culture, Humanities, Science and Social Sciences.

4. General Studies 300 (This course must be taken from the Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ).

5. Breadth Requirement: four full-course equivalents from courses offered by the Faculties of Fine Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Of the required four full-course equivalents, students must take at least one full-course equivalent in at least two Faculties. Courses counted toward other requirements may also be counted toward the Breadth Requirement.

6. Intercultural Requirement:

The Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) One full-course equivalent from the courses listed under the section Intercultural Requirement.

7. Computer Competence Requirement: this requirement is normally satisfied by successful completion of a half course in Computer Science, Engineering 233, or Management Information Systems 321. Alternatively, a student may satisfy the requirement by successfully demonstrating computer competence based on experiential learning by providing the Faculty with acceptable evidence of such competency. For information, visit and follow the links.

8. Not more than six full-course equivalents may be from any one Department or from any group of courses that would fulfill a Major.

9. A maximum of seven of the required 15 full-course equivalents may be at the junior level.

10. A maximum of seven and a half full-course equivalents of the required 15 full-course equivalents may be transferred from other institutions. The required course General Studies 300 must be taken from the Áù¾ÅÉ«ÌÃ.

11. A maximum of one full-course equivalent physical activity course (Dance Education Activity/Theory and Physical Education Activity/Theory) may be credited towards the degree.

12. All prerequisites must be met with a "C-" or better.

Intercultural Requirement

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The Intercultural Requirement can be satisfied in one of the following ways:

(a) Certificate of fluency in another language. Please consult with the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(b) Term abroad program or international study either through approved individual study or a field school program. This option requires approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

OR

(c) Completion of a Minor program in African Studies, East Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies, Latin American Studies, South Asian Studies, or in any second language.

OR

(d) Two full-course equivalents from the following lists for students in the BA and BSc programs and one full-course equivalent for students in the BCS and BCC. Courses are grouped in thematic areas for interest's sake only. Students are free to choose from several areas.

Courses counting towards the Major Field may not also be used to satisfy Intercultural Requirements.

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Intercultural Course List

Africa

African Studies 301, 400, 501

Anthropology 317, 319, 505.40

Archaeology 395, 399

Art History 319, 321

English 387.41

Geography 377,

History 309, 401

Political Science 371, 471

Religious Studies 339

Asia

East Asia

Anthropology 323, 327 427

Art History 325, 365

Chinese 317, 355, 431, 461

East Asia 300

East Asian Studies 317, 319, 321

History 209, 315, 317, 389, 405, 407, 503

Japanese 309, 311, 313, 317, 341, 461

Political Science 365, 465, 467, 475

Religious Studies 203, 359, 379, 491

South Asia

Art History 323

History 311, 403

Religious Studies 451

South Asian Studies 315

Central and Eastern Europe

Central and East European Studies 313

Geography 397.02

History 333, 411.01, 411.02 , 467.01, 467.02, 513

Political Science 361, 375, 461

Latin America

Anthropology 321, 405, 421

Archaeology 341, 343, 345, 347, 351, 353, 355, 357, 511, 553

Geography 371

History 207, 365, 367, 391, 467, 469, 471, 487, 499, 553, 565, 569

Latin American Studies 201, 203, 301, 303, 401, 501

Political Science 391, 473, 579

Middle East

Archaeology 325

Political Science 369, 469, 479, 569

Religious Studies 277, 279, 315, 353, 369, 401, 403, 469, 473, 477

Native North America

Anthropology 213, 335, 337, 355, 419

Archaeology 419, 423

Art History 367, 369, 469

Canadian Studies 309, 311, 313, 315, 351, 417 , 419

Development Studies 401,

History 211, 345, 439.01, 439.02, 447, 529

Indigenous Studies 201, 303, 305, 315, 317, 311, 343, 397

Sociology 307

Language and Culture

All courses labelled: Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Latin, Japanese, Native Languages, Russian, Slavic, Spanish

World Culture

Anthropology 399, 473

Archaeology 531

Economics 491

English 513

Film 301

General Studies 359, 401

Indigenous Studies 341, 399, 407

Political Science 279, 283, 363, 579

Religious Studies 201, 349

Sociology 375

Collaborative Degree Programs

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BA East Asia

This is an interdisciplinary Major program offered within the Asian Studies program by the Faculties of Communication and Culture, Humanities and Social Sciences. Students may obtain information about the program from the Coordinator of the Asian Studies program or the Assistant/Associate Dean of one of the three Faculties (Communication and Culture, Humanities or Social Sciences).

Program details are listed in the Collaborative Programs section of this Calendar.

BA Latin American Studies

This is an interdisciplinary program offered by the Faculties of Communication and Culture, Humanities and Social Sciences. Students may obtain information about the program from the Director of the Latin American Studies program or from the Assistant/Associate Dean of one of the three Faculties (Communication and Culture, Humanities, Social Sciences).

Program details are listed in the Collaborative Programs section of this Calendar.

Minor Programs

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Introduction

Twelve Interdisciplinary Minor programs are available. These are in African Studies; Architectural Studies; Canadian Studies; Communications Studies; Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Science, Technology and Society; and Women's Studies. Each of these programs has the status of a Minor Field of study for students registered in a degree program in the Faculty of Communication and Culture or in a Faculty such as Humanities, Science or Social Sciences in either a Major or Honours program.

Regulations

Regulations Common To All Minor Programs

1. Successful completion of five full-course equivalents as designated for the individual Minor program.

2. No course taken to fulfill Major Field requirements may also be used in fulfillment of Minor Field requirements, unless the course is required for both.

If there is an overlap, an appropriate course from the Options list may be substituted with the approval of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

3. Some of the courses listed in the Minor programs have prerequisites. Students should note that it is their responsibility to ensure that they have completed the prerequisites for any courses that they wish to take in the Minor program. Prerequisites do not count toward fulfillment of requirements for the Minor. Since courses are not always available every year, students should plan their programs on more than a single year basis.

4. Students interested in taking any of the Minor programs listed below may contact the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs) for additional information.

Requirements

African Studies

Contact Information

For information on African Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Program Requirements

1. Two full-course equivalents as follows:

African Studies 301, 501

and two of the following:

Anthropology 317, 319

History 401

Political Science 371

2. At least two full-course equivalents from the following list:

The course listed in 1. above not taken as one of the required courses.

African Studies 400

Anthropology 505.40

Archaeology 395, 399, 531 (when the topic is Africa)

Art History 319, 321

English 513 (when the subject matter is African Literature)

Film 301 (when the subject matter is African cinema)

French 549

Geography 377,

History 309, 501

Political Science 471

Religious Studies 339, 349 (when the topic is Africa)

Zoology 507.60, 507.61

3. At least one full-course equivalent from the following list:

Anthropology 473, 583

Archaeology 307

Greek and Roman Studies 345, 347

Religious Studies 353

*Economics 337

*Geography 365, 425, 592

*Political Science 279, 579

*Sociology 487

*These courses will be accepted for the Minor program only when the course is significantly African. Approval must be obtained from the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

Other Requirements

In addition to the courses mentioned above, students should realize that competence in a language (other than English) appropriate to the study of Africa is highly desirable.

No more than two full-course equivalents may be taken from any one department in fulfillment of the African Studies Minor program requirement.

Architectural Studies

Introduction

Admission to the Minor is competitive and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Completion of the Architectural Studies Minor Field does not guarantee admission to the Master of Architecture or other degree programs in the Faculty of Environmental Design.

Contact Information

For further information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Admission

Successful completion of a minimum of four or more full-course equivalents.

Admission to the Minor Field will be granted in the Fall Session only. A minimum grade point average of 3.00 is required for consideration for admission. The grade point average for admission purposes will be calculated over the most recent course work to a maximum of five full-course equivalents (Áù¾ÅÉ«Ìà courses and/or transferable courses taken at other institutions). All grades within a session will be included except where the number of courses taken within a session exceeds that required to fulfill (to a maximum of) five full-course equivalents, in which case the highest grades will be used. Spring and Summer Sessions courses taken after May 1 will not count towards determining admissibility.

Note: Students whose registration has been inactive for two years after admission to the Minor will be required to reapply for admission and compete for the available places with other applicants.

Program Requirements

The following courses are recommended to be taken prior to entry to the Architectural Studies courses:

One of:

Art History 201, 203

Required

Five full-course equivalents made up of the following required courses:

Architectural Studies 443, 444, 449, 451, 453, 455, 461

And two of the following architectural history courses:

Architectural Studies 457.01, 457.02

Art History 425 OR an architectural history course approved by the co-ordinator of the Architectural Studies Minor program. (Note: Art History 201 and 203 are prerequisites to Art History 425.)

The following are optional elective courses in Environmental Design, available to students in the Minor: the Somerville Design Charrette Block Course, the Los Angeles Field Trip Block Course, or other approved elective.

Note: The Faculty prefers that students take the nine courses labelled Architectural Studies in the final year of undergraduate studies. If necessary, students may spread the courses over a two-year period. In this case, Architectural Studies 443, 451 and 455 must be taken in the Fall Session of the final year and Architectural Studies 444, 453 and 461 must be taken in the Winter Session of the final year of undergraduate studies. The remaining three half courses for the minor must be spread out over the final two years. Students unable to follow this pattern will be required to reapply for admission to the Minor Field.

Canadian Studies

Program Requirements

1. Canadian Studies 201, 333

2. Two full-course equivalents of Canadian Studies courses other than those listed in 1 above.

3. Two full-course equivalents from the Group 3 Options list in the Canadian Studies Major program.

Central and East European Studies

The Central and East European Studies Minor program has been suspended indefinitely. No new admissions will be permitted.

Communications Studies

Students are advised that there is limited enrolment in the required courses for the Communications Studies Minor. Continuing students in the Faculty of Communication and Culture whose Major program requires these courses will receive registration priority for these courses until a University determined date.

Contact Information

For information on Communication Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Program Requirements

1. One and one-half full-course equivalents made up of the following required courses:

Communications Studies 201, 361, 381

2. Three and one-half full-course equivalents selected from one of the following areas of interest.

A. Media Studies

One and one-half full-course equivalents made up from the following required courses:

Communications Studies 335, 367, 441

Two full-course equivalents made up from the following options:

Any special topics course related to Media with permission of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

Art History 419, 423, 425

Canadian Studies 331, 341

Communications Studies 403, 537, 567

*Film 301, 305, 307, 321, 323, 331, 333, 403

Fine Arts 507

French 343

German 357

History 449, 495

Music History and Literature 281, 309

Philosophy 333

Spanish 471

Urban Studies 313

Women's Studies 339

*No more than one and one-half full-course equivalents from Film courses may be counted toward the Media Studies concentration.

B. Applied Communications

One and one-half full-course equivalents made up from the following list of courses:

Communications Studies 363, 461, 463, 483

Two full-course equivalents made up from the following options:

A maximum of one full-course equivalent in English Literature or Comparative Literature.

Anthropology 303, 383

*Chinese 229 or 301/303 or 311/313

Communications Studies 365, 405, or any additional course from the required list

Dance Education 481

Development Studies 485

Drama 371

*French 215 and 217

*German 223 or 302

*Italian 301

*Japanese 207 *Latin 203

Linguistics 201, 203, 5309, 321, 381, 477

Museum and Heritage Studies 303

Philosophy 249, 275, 307, 315

*Russian 303

*Spanish 301 or 321

University 400

*Students may use no more than one full-course equivalent in a language other than English to fulfill the Applied Communications option requirement.

Development Studies

Contact Information

For information on Development Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Program Requirements

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Required:

Two and one-half full-course equivalents as follows:

Development Studies 201, 375, 393

Northern Planning and Development Studies 401, 405

Options:

Two and one-half full-course equivalents from the following list:

Anthropology 365, 371, 481

Biology 307

Botany 309

Canadian Studies 309, 313, 351, 353, 361, Development Studies 401, 407, 485

Economics 377

General Studies 313, 401

Geography 321, 341, 367, 421

History 457

Indigenous Studies 201, 303, 317, 311, , 341, 397, 399, 407

Museum and Heritage Studies 409

Philosophy 349

Political Science 359

Science, Technology and Society 325

Sociology 341, 375

East Asian Studies

Contact Information

For information on East Asian Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Program Requirements

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

1. East Asian Studies 317

2. At least two and one-half full-course equivalents from the following:

Anthropology 323, 327, 427,] Art History 325, 365

Chinese 317, , 355, 461

History 209, 315, 317, 389, 405, 407, 503

Japanese 309, 317, 341, 461

Political Science 365, 465, 467

Religious Studies 219, 221, 325, 359, 395, 491

3. At least two full-course equivalents from the following:

East Asian Studies 319, 321,]

Religious Studies 313, 323, 327, 329, 453

Any courses in Chinese, Japanese or Tibetan languages

Film Studies

Contact
Information
Program
Requirements

Required:

Options:

For information on Film Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

A total of four full-course equivalents as follows:

Film 201, 321, and 333

Two and one-half full-course equivalent Film courses. A minimum of one full-course equivalent must be at the 400 or 500 level.

A total of one full-course equivalent to be chosen from other FILM designated courses and/or:

Canadian Studies 331, 341, 421

Communication Studies 367, 567

Fine Arts 507

French 343

German 357

Spanish 471

Urban Studies 313

Latin American Studies

Contact Information

For information on Latin American Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Program Requirements

1. Latin American Studies 201, 203, 401

2. Three and one-half full-course equivalents from the following course list. Note that some courses have prerequisites or require consent of the Department.

Anthropology 321, 405, 421

Archaeology 341, 343, 345, 347, 351, 353, 355, 357, 503, 511, 553

Economics 327, 337

Geography 371, 425, 463

History 207, 365, 367, 391, 467, 469, 471, 487, 499, 553, 565, 569

Latin American Studies 301, 303, 501

Political Science 391, 473, 579

Spanish 421 OR 423, 441*, 471*, 473*, 475*, 499*, 555, 571*, 599*

*These courses will be accepted for the Minor program only when the content is primarily Latin American. Approval must be obtained from the Program Coordinator.

In addition to the courses mentioned above, students should realize that competence in either Spanish or Portuguese, or both these languages, is highly desirable particularly if they intend to embark on field work in Latin America.

Major Program

Those wishing to follow this subject whose Major Field of study is Anthropology, Archaeology, Geography, History or Spanish should consult the Department concerning appropriate courses for their Minor Field. Those students whose Major Field of study is offered by Departments other than those named above should consult the Program Director.

Law and Society

Contact Information

For information on Law and Society visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Program Requirements

1. Law and Society 201

2. One and one-half full-course equivalents from the following:

Law and Society 203, 335, 337, 401

General Studies 313, 413

3. At least three full-course equivalents from the following list. No more than one full-course equivalent may be taken from the course offerings of any one program:

Canadian Studies 201, 309, 333, 351, 353, 355, 361, 417, 419, 439

Communications Studies 361

Development Studies 375

East Asian Studies 317

General Studies 201, 401, 413

Indigenous Studies 201, 343

Latin American Studies 203

Law and Society 203, 335, 337, 401, 501

Museum and Heritage Studies 331

Science, Technology and Society 325, 341, 343

South Asian Studies 315

Women's Studies 303, 307. 311, 321, 331, 339

Museum and Heritage Studies

Contact Information

For information on Museum and Heritage Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Program Requirements

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

1. Two full-course equivalents as follows:

Museum and Heritage Studies 201, 331, 433, 533.

2. Three full-course equivalents from the following courses:

African Studies 301

Anthropology 203, 355, 357

Archaeology 201, 303, 306, 307, 415, 417, 419

Art 205 and any 300, 400, or 500 level Art course. (Among the 300, 400 and 500 level courses, Art 307 may be particularly relevant for the Museum and Heritage Studies Minor.)
Art History 201, 203 and any 300, 400 or 500 level Art History course. (Among the 300, 400 and 500 level courses, Art History 301, 303, 305, 309, 311, 369, 413, 415, and 425 may be particularly relevant for the Museum and Heritage Studies Minor.)

Astronomy 207, 209

Biology 307

Canadian Studies 313, 337, 351, 417, 427, 433, 439, 451

Communications Studies 365, 367, 381, 483, 567

Development Studies 407, 485

Drama 222, 313, 315, 319

East Asian Studies 317

General Studies 300, 313 (Note: Students taking degrees in the Faculty of Communication and Culture may not count General Studies 300 or 313 as part of their Minor requirements.)

Geography 251, 361

Geology 201, 203, 209 (Credit will not be given for both Geology 201 and 209.)

Greek and Roman Studies 321, 325, 327, 445, 447

History 331, 333, 337, 347, 353, 357, 377, 433, 437, 449, 451, 477.01 and 477.02

Latin American Studies 201, 203

Marketing 341

Museum and Heritage Studies 303, 401, 409

Philosophy 333

Political Science 357

Religious Studies 205

Science, Technology and Society 325, 327

South Asian Studies 315

Tourism Management 409

Science, Technology and Society

Contact Information

For information on Science, Technology and Society visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Program Requirements

1. Two full-course equivalents made up of the following required courses:

History 477.02

Philosophy 367

Science, Technology and Society 325 OR 327, 591

2. One and one-half full-course equivalents from the following list:

History 477.01

Science, Technology and Society 325 or 327 if not taken from list 1 above

Science, Technology and Society 201, 341, 343, 401, 407

3. One and one-half full-course equivalents chosen from the Options list for the Major Program.

Women's Studies

Contact Information

For information on Women's Studies visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website, , or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office, (403) 220-6343.

Note: Some of the courses listed have prerequisites. It is the student's responsibility to ensure that prerequisites are completed.

Program Requirements

1. Two and one-half full-course equivalents, made up of the following required courses:

Women's Studies 201, 303, 307, 311, 405

Note: Students entering the program in their third or fourth year of study may apply to have the Women's Studies 201 requirement waived. For further information, contact the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).

2. At least two and one-half full-course equivalents to be taken from the following list:

Any decimalized special topics course, the central topic of which is women.

Anthropology 331, 365, 427,

Archaeology 503

Canadian Studies 361

Development Studies 375

English 318, 387 (when the topic is "Literature and Women"), 389 (when the topic is women)

Film 307

General Studies 313

Greek and Roman Studies 315

History 343, 533, 551

Law and Society 335

Philosophy 337

Political Science 551

Religious Studies 325, 381, 479
Social Work 317

Sociology 303, 371, 403
Urban Studies 311

Women's Studies 321, 331, 339, 401, 431, 501, 591

No more than two full-course equivalents from List 2 may be taken from any one department in fulfillment of the Women's Studies Minor program requirement, except when they are labelled Women's Studies.