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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
6168 Academic Quadrangle, 778.782.4414 Tel, 778.782.3033 Fax,
Dean
- L. Cormack BA (Calg), MA, PhD (Tor)
Associate Deans
- P. Budra BA, MA, PhD (Tor)
- P. McFetridge BA, MA, PhD (S Fraser)
Assistant Dean
- V.G. Rose BA (S Fraser), MBA (Tor)
Advisors
- Ms. C. de Lisser BA (S Fraser), 3020 Academic Quadrangle, 778.782.5921, claired@sfu.ca
- Ms. E. Herrell BSc (Catolica de Chile), 3020 Academic Quadrangle, 778.782.3909, elisa@sfu.ca
- Mr. N.P. Navasero BA (S Fraser), 3020 Academic Quadrangle, 778.782.3338, npn@sfu.ca
- bachelor of arts (honors)
- bachelor of arts (joint honors)
- bachelor of arts
- bachelor of general studies
Diplomas and Certificates Offered
- certificate in African studies
- certificate in Chinese studies
- certificate in sustainable community development
- certificate in criminology (general)
- certificate in criminology (advanced)
- certificate in ethnic and intercultural relations
- certificate in explorations in the arts and social sciences
- certificate in family studies
- certificate in First Nations studies research
- certificate in First Nations language proficiency
- certificate in French Canadian studies
- certificate in French language proficiency
- certificate in German studies
- certificate in Hellenic studies
- certificate in Italian studies
- certificate in labor studies
- certificate in liberal arts
- certificate in religious studies
- certificate for senior citizens
- certificate in Spanish language
- certificate in spatial information systems
- certificate in teaching ESL linguistics
- certificate in urban studies
- post baccalaureate diploma
- post baccalaureate diploma in criminology
- post baccalaureate diploma in First nations studies
- post baccalaureate diploma in French and education
- post baccalaureate diploma in gerontology
- post baccalaureate diploma in humanities
- post baccalaureate diploma in legal studies
- post baccalaureate diploma in social policy issues
- post baccalaureate diploma in sustainable community development
- post baccalaureate diploma in teaching English as a second language
Program Enrichment
International Activities (see page 90)
Co-operative Education (see page 90)
Student Responsibility
It is the responsibility of each student to be aware of faculty regulations as stated in this Calendar. Departmental and faculty advisors and staff are available for advice and guidance. However, the ultimate responsibility for completeness and correctness of course selection, for compliance with and completion of program and degree requirements and for observance of regulations and deadlines rests with the student.
Academic Advice
Each department in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences provides an advisory service to assist students in planning their program and course selection to satisfy degree requirements. Students who have declared a program (major, joint major, honors, extended minor, minor) in one of our departments should avail themselves of these services. Students who are registered in the bachelor of arts who have not yet declared a program, but have completed 60 units and students in the bachelor of general studies should seek advice from the faculty advisors in Arts Central (AQ 3020).
Students in all programs leading to Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences bachelor’s degrees must consult an advisor
• prior to first enrolment at 91ÅÝܽ, and
• during that term when they are completing their 45th unit, and
• during that term when they are completing their 90th unit
Students in certificate and post baccalaureate diploma programs are governed by the requirements of the specific programs.
Transfer into the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Students currently enrolled in other Simon Fraser University Faculties must have a 2.0 grade point average, or greater, to enter the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS).
Students who withdraw, or are required to withdraw, while in the FASS and are subsequently readmitted to the University will be permitted to re-enter the FASS, even though their Simon Fraser University cumulative grade point average is less than 2.00.
Students in Science One and Tech One may not transfer into the FASS until the end of the second term following their admission to the Science One or Tech One programs.
Course Regulations
Students may count any 91ÅÝܽ course for which credit is received toward the bachelor of arts (BA), bachelor of fine arts (BFA), or bachelor of general studies (BGS) degrees with the exceptions of co-operative education courses, FAL X99 and FAN X99, EDUC 401, 402, 405 and 406.
Only the first five course duplications will count toward any degree completed in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. See “Limits on Repeated Courses” on page 27.
A maximum of nine units completed through the Tri-Education Summer Institute may be used toward a Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences degree or post baccalaureate program.
Upper division courses completed within a BA, BFA or BGS can be used to satisfy the requirements of only one program. For example, upper division courses used to satisfy the upper division requirements of a major cannot be used to also satisfy the upper division requirements of a minor.
Letters of Permission
and visit www.fass.sfu.ca/
current/LOP.html for important information regarding letter of permission
requests.
Students can meet the bachelor of arts requirements through one of the following five options: a major program, a joint major program, two extended minor programs, an honors program, or a joint honors program. In addition to the degree requirements set out below, students may also fulfil the requirements for one or more additional extended minor(s) or minor(s).
Residency and Transfer Credit Regulations
Students may use up to 60 units of transfer credit towards their 91ÅÝܽ degree. Students must complete a minimum of 60 units at 91ÅÝܽ, including at least 30 upper division 91ÅÝܽ units. No more than 15 upper division units can be completed outside of 91ÅÝܽ toward a major. In the case of a minor, a minimum of seven upper division units (eight upper division units for psychology) must be completed at Simon Fraser University.
Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements
Students completing degree programs must fulfil writing, quantitative and breadth requirements in their program. See “Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements” on page 7 for more information. Please note that the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences BA and BFA students must complete 12 additional breadth units rather than the normal University regulation of six additional breadth units. Additional breadth units must be from outside the student’s major and may or may not be B-designated (B-Hum, B-Soc, B-Sci courses). Students choosing to complete the BA degree with a joint major, joint honors, double major, or two extended minors may satisfy the breadth requirements (designated or not designated) with courses completed in either one or both disciplines.
To concentrate in a subject area, students may complete a major consisting of at least 30 upper division units in that subject area. A major provides a strong subject background and is preparation for a range of occupations, or for further study following graduation. The major program is the most common option chosen by students pursuing a BA degree.
At least 120 units are required, which include:
• at least 65 units in Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences subjects
• at least 45 upper division units, including at least 30 upper division units in a Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences major program; no more than 15 upper division units transferred from another institution may be used toward the requirements for a major
• lower division requirements for at least one Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences major
• satisfaction of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences writing, quantitative, and breadth requirements (see above)
Note: A department may designate up to eight units of program-related upper division courses offered by other departments as being acceptable in fulfilling part of the required units in a major program.
A joint major is a combination of two subject areas. Students complete at least 20 upper division units in each of the two joint major subject areas. Students are advised to check individual department listings for possible additional requirements.
A joint major provides preparation for a range of occupations, or for further study following graduation.
At least 120 units are required, which include:
• at least 65 units in Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences subjects
• at least 45 units in upper division courses, which must include at least 20 upper division units in each of the two joint major subjects; no more than 15 upper division units transferred from another institution can be used toward this requirement
• lower division prerequisites for both joint major programs
• satisfaction of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences writing, quantitative and breadth requirements (see above)
Note: Students choosing to complete two separate majors (double major) will complete two major programs, with at least one major subject in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Therefore, students will complete at least 30 units of upper division courses in each of the two major subjects. Students completing two majors will graduate with one BA degree.
Students wishing to prepare themselves in two subject areas, but not desiring to undertake a major or a joint major program, may complete an extended minor program consisting of two extended minors for the BA degree.
An extended minor consists of the lower division requirements for a major, plus the upper division requirements for a minor. At least seven upper division units counted toward this requirement must be completed at 91ÅÝܽ.
At least 120 units are required, which include:
• at least 65 units in Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences subjects
• at least 45 upper division units, including 30 units in two extended minor programs (at least 15 upper division units in each of two extended minor programs); at least seven upper division units (eight units for psychology) must be completed at 91ÅÝܽ toward an extended minor.
• lower division requirements for at least two extended minor programs; the requirements for an extended minor program are the same as the lower division requirements for a major program
• satisfaction of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences writing, quantitative and breadth requirements (see above)
Note: There are programs which have individually defined extended minors, but no majors. Students declaring this option must obtain approval from the advisors in their two extended minor departments, as well as the approval of the faculty advisor.
All Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences minor programs require at least 15 upper division units within a single discipline unless otherwise specified in the Calendar. At least seven upper division units counted towards this requirement must be completed at 91ÅÝܽ.
At least 132 units are required, which include:
• at least 65 units in Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences subjects
• at least 60 units in upper division courses, which must include at least 50 units in upper division courses in a Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences honors program; no more than 15 upper division units transferred from another institution can be used toward this requirement
• lower division prerequisites for at least one Arts and Social Sciences honors program
• satisfaction of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences writing, quantitative and breadth requirements (see above)
Note: A department may designate up to 12 units of program-related upper division courses offered by other departments as being acceptable in fulfilling part of the required upper division units in the honors program.
At least 132 units are required, which include:
• at least 65 units in Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences subjects
• at least 60 upper division units which must include at least 28 in upper division courses in each of the two honors subjects; no more than 15 upper division units transferred from another institution can be used
• lower division prerequisites for both honors programs
• satisfaction of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences writing, quantitative and breadth requirements (see above)
• satisfactory completion of an honors essay jointly supervised by and acceptable to both honors departments
Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA in upper division courses in each subject of the joint honors program.
Prior to or upon enrolling for the term in which the 61st unit is completed, students in the bachelor of arts program must formally declare and be accepted into a major or two extended minors and may apply for an honors program, subject to the regulations below. Program declaration establishes the exact major, or extended minor requirements for graduation as they appear in the Calendar in effect at the time of declaration. Students are urged to keep a copy of this Calendar, known as the Graduating Calendar, for reference.
Program requirements may be changed any time prior to graduation. A new formal declaration must be approved by the new program department and the Office of the Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences if a faculty change is involved. The Calendar then in effect becomes the new Graduating Calendar, and the requirements it specifies for the program must be fulfilled.
Admission into an Honors Program
Program acceptance is contingent upon satisfying the entrance requirements of the department concerned. Applicants normally have a 3.0 GPA in subject(s) of the honors field. When admission is granted, the student then enrolls as an honors student. In order to continue, this 3.0 GPA must be maintained. Failure to do so will place the student in the corresponding general degree program. Students will still be subject to the regulations of the original graduating Calendar. If a student is subsequently reinstated into the honors program, the graduating Calendar is that which was in effect at the time of the original program acceptance.
Please see “Grade Point Averages Needed for Graduation” on page 31 for current GPA requirements for graduation.
Individual departments may have additional GPA requirements for graduation. Please check individual department Calendar listings for further information.
Please note that the minimum GPA requirements for graduation differed during the following time periods: September 1965 to August 1991; September 1991 to August 2003. Please see the appropriate Calendar(s)* for information about GPA requirements during these time periods.
*Calendar in effect at the time of entry to Simon Fraser University and the Calendar that was in effect at the time of approval to credential and/or program.
Second Bachelor of Arts Degree
Bachelor’s degree holders may complete a second bachelor of arts (BA) degree, but are encouraged to determine whether a second BA degree is actually required for their purposes because post-degree studies may be more appropriate. For information regarding second BA degrees and/or post-degree studies, seek advice from the faculty advisors in Arts Central, located in 3020 Academic Quadrangle.
A student may not enrol in a second BA degree in a subject in which they already hold a degree. A student who has a minor in a particular subject may enrol in a second BA degree with a major or honors program in that subject. Students may not complete a bachelor of general studies as a second degree.
The minimum requirement for a second BA degree is completion of 60 units, including at least 45 upper division units. Prior completion of lower division requirements for the major program may be required or may be waived at the discretion of the department.
Second degree students complete one upper division writing (W) course and one quantitative (Q) course.
Residency requirements for the second BA require at least 45 91ÅÝܽ units, including at least 30 in upper division.
Courses not used toward a previous degree (as determined by the institution awarding that degree) may be used to reduce the number required in the second BA degree where applicable. Courses extra to previous degrees may be counted toward the second BA degree if completed before admission into the second BA degree, to a maximum of 15 units, in accordance with faculty regulations. Students must obtain approval from a faculty advisor in Arts Central, located in 3020 Academic Quadrangle.
Second degree students may not complete courses at another institution through a letter of permission.
Students have the option of completing two undergraduate degrees concurrently by meeting the requirements of a first bachelor’s degree and the requirements of a second bachelor of arts (BA) degree. Students choosing this option will complete both degrees simultaneously and apply for graduation from both degrees in the same term.
In most instances, instead of two concurrent degrees, it may be preferable to complete two extended minors, a joint major, a double major or a joint honors program leading to one bachelor’s degree. Students are encouraged to determine whether a second BA degree is actually required because, in may cases, post-degree studies may be more appropriate.
For information regarding concurrent degrees and/or post-degree studies, seek advice from faculty advisors in Arts Central, located in 3020 Academic Quadrangle.
Bachelor of General Studies Program
This non-specialist degree program, administered within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, is designed for students whose educational goals are not met by other, more structured, undergraduate degree programs. Students may complete one or more minors or extended minors (but no major), in any academic area(s) as part of the BGS degree. Students considering this program are strongly urged to consult the faculty advisor before declaring the BGS as their degree.
Requirements
Students complete a minimum of 120 units, including at least 45 upper division units. The minimum GPA requirements for graduation are a GPA of 2.0 and a cumulative GPA of 2.0 calculated on all upper division courses completed, except duplicate courses.
University regulations governing the duplication of courses (see “Limits on Repeated Courses” on page 27) are rigorously applied in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. No more than five course duplications will be allowed.
With the exception of co-op courses, FAL X99 and FAN X99, EDUC 401, 402, 405 and 406, courses completed from any faculty may be used to satisfy the degree requirements, but admission to courses is subject to the prerequisite requirements of the various departments.
Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements
Students completing degree programs must fulfil writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of their program. For the University’s requirements, see “Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements” on page 7.
Residency and Transfer Credit Regulations
Students admitted into the BGS in the fall of 2009 or later may use up to 60 units of transfer credit towards their 91ÅÝܽ degree. Students must complete a minimum of 60 units at 91ÅÝܽ, including at least 30 upper division 91ÅÝܽ units.
Students admitted into the BGS prior to the fall of 2009 may receive up to 90 units of transfer credit, according to the calendar in effect at the time of declaration.
Graduation GPA Requirements
See “Grade Point Averages Needed for Graduation” on page 31 for current GPA graduation requirements. Individual departments may have additional GPA requirements for graduation. Please check individual department Calendar listings for further information.
Note that the minimum GPA graduation requirements differed during these time periods: September 1965 to August 1991; September 1991 to August 2003. See the appropriate Calendar(s)* for information about GPA requirements during these time periods.
*Calendar in effect at the time of entry to Simon Fraser University and the Calendar that was in effect at the time of approval to credential and/or program.
Advisor
Information is available from the director of the Integrated Studies Program, Continuing Studies, at 91ÅÝܽ Vancouver. Integrated studies programs within the bachelor of general studies degree are highly structured cohort-based programs that meet the educational needs of specific student groups. Such programs integrate liberal studies with knowledge and skills associated with a particular field of practice, or with a background common to its students. Students may undertake this degree option only through special admission to an individual program. Integrated studies programs are designed and structured in consultation with external agencies or employers and may have special locations, admission requirements and fee structures.
Because these programs may require and build upon varying levels of previous post-secondary education, related employment experience, and demonstrated intellectual maturity, the required number of units may be less than the normal 120 units. All such programs will require a minimum of 60 units in designated 91ÅÝܽ courses offered within the program, to include at least 45 upper division units.
Each integrated studies program will be governed by an academic steering committee. The curriculum, including both designated courses and total units, admission criteria, and any other special conditions for each individual integrated studies program will be approved in advance by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences curriculum committee.
International Student Advisor
Mr. N.P. Navasero BA (S Fraser), 3020 Academic Quadrangle, 778.782.3338, npn@sfu.ca
Double Degree Program with Monash University, Australia
91ÅÝܽ’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, and Monash University’s Faculty of Arts, have partnered to offer two complete degrees concurrently in both Canada and Australia. Students choose a major from one of criminology, international studies, or world literature, leading to a BA degree, or a minor in First Nations studies leading to a BGS degree, from 91ÅÝܽ. In addition, students will earn a BA (Global) degree from Monash University.
Kefalonia Semester Abroad Program
This full-credit fall term program in Kefalonia, Greece, offered annually, is led by a 91ÅÝܽ faculty member. Students will learn about the language, literature, and culture of modern Greece and, through active participation in an archaeological excavation, also learn about the history of this region.
Students complete a total of 14 units including both of
ARCH 339-5 Lab Practicum: The Material Culture of Greece and Excavation Finds Processing
ARCH 435-6 Field Work Practicum
and a three-unit modern Greek language course (to be announced)
Eligibility
Applicants must be 19 years of age or older prior to departure, have completed a minimum of 45 units and be in good academic standing. Students should also have completed at least one Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences course.
The application deadline is June 30.
For more information, including a list of information sessions and the program cost, see , or contact the Hellenic studies advisor at 778.782.8466 or email hellenic@sfu.ca.
Exchange
For a list of exchange destinations, application information and deadlines, please visit the SFU International website at
Field Schools
For an up-to-date list of field school destinations, visit
Co-operative Education Program
6046 Academic
Quadrangle, 778.782.3041/5751/
3776/5839 Tel, 778.782.5875 Fax,
Co-ordinators
K. Binpal BA (Lanc)
M. Fordham
E. Lewis BA (S Fraser)
This program is available for students who wish to acquire practical experience with their academic programs. The student normally spends alternate terms on campus and in paid, study-related jobs.
Refer also to Archaeology, Cognitive Science, Criminology, Economics, English, First Nations, French, Geography, History, Humanities, International Studies, Latin American Studies, Linguistics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology/Anthropology, and Women’s Studies as well as the Co-operative Education sections of this Calendar.
Students who are completing programs in departments that do not list co-operative education practicum courses can enrol in LBRL 101, 201, 301, 401 and 402.
Entry for Declared Major Students
The following are recommended prior to co-op education entry: one course from either set 2 or set 8 as listed under the certificate in liberal arts (page 91), and at least 12 units of required lower division courses in the major program.
Entry for BGS and BEd Students
To be admitted to co-op education, students pursuing a bachelor of general studies or a bachelor of education must have completed a minimum of 30 units with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Prior to admission, all students must complete
either
ENGL 199-3 Introduction to University Writing
or any two 100 division ENGL courses.
A quantitative research course in your area of interest is strongly recommended. Computer literacy is a requirement. For further information, contact one of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences co-operative education co-ordinators (see “Co-operative Education” on page 212 for a list of Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences co-op advisors).
Requirements
To be admitted, students must have completed a minimum of 30 units with a minimum CGPA of 2.75. Prior to admission, all students must complete
ENGL 199-3 University Writing (or any two 100 division English courses)
PHIL 001-3 Critical Thinking
A quantitative research course in your area of interest is strongly recommended. Computer literacy is a requirement. See the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences co-op co-ordinators for further information.
Transfer Students
Transfer students should contact the co-ordinators in the first week of their first Simon Fraser University term. College transfer students who participated in co-op programs elsewhere may be credited with the terms already completed. Students contemplating transfer to the Simon Fraser University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences co-op program should contact an admissions advisor in Student Services early.
Post Baccalaureate Diploma Programs
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers disciplinary and interdisciplinary post baccalaureate diplomas (PBDs). See “Post Baccalaureate Diploma Program” on page 7. In addition to the specific PBD programs available, the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers a PBD in Arts and Social Sciences. This program is comprised of 30 upper division units, of which at least 15 upper division units must be completed in the arts and social sciences discipline which most closely fits the learning goals of the student. Through this program, students can complete a PBD with a concentration of courses in a discipline that does not offer a specific PBD.
The certificate programs below are administered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Units applied toward a certificate may not be applied toward any other Simon Fraser University certificate or diploma, but may also be applied toward major program or minor program requirements or toward a bachelor’s degree under the normal regulations governing those programs.
Certificate in Explorations in the Arts and Social Sciences
Director
P.M. St. Pierre BA (Br Col), MA (Qu), PhD (Syd)
Associate Professor
H. Dawkins BFA (Nova Scotia Art & Des), MA, PhD (Leeds)
J. Marchbank BA (Strath), MA (Central London), PhD (Strath)
Assistant Professors
S. Colby BA, MA (Vic, BC), PhD (Sus)*
S. Markey MA (York, Can), PhD (S Fraser)
Advisor
Ms. M. Yao BA (Br Col), 778.782.8478 Tel, surrey-arts@sfu.ca
*joint appointment with world literature
This interdisciplinary program provides a broad, coherent and stimulating introduction to university studies. Students explore ideas and issues in courses that introduce arts and social science perspectives to first year students. Students learn to question, research and think independently and they are encouraged to develop the communication and reasoning skills that are required to debate central ideas that shape society and community.
This cohort program, in which students complete core courses together as a group, is an excellent choice for first year students as they make the transition from high school to university.
Core courses are offered in fall and spring terms at 91ÅÝܽ Surrey during which students can also complete electives. Core courses are a foundation for the certificate which recognizes the completion of an individual plan for interdisciplinary inquiry.
The certificate is awarded upon completion of required and elective courses for a total of 27 units.
Students who completed the pilot program for explorations in arts and social sciences in the 2005/2006 academic year may be eligible for the certificate in explorations in arts and social sciences if they complete all other requirements and obtain the permission of the director.
Certificate students complete a minimum of nine units from the following.
EXPL 110-3 Organising Society
EXPL 120-3 Experiencing Society
EXPL 130-3 Global Development: Issues and Patterns
EXPL 140-3 Global Identities*
EXPL 145-3 Selected Topic*
*in exceptional circumstances, and with permission of the director, another 100 division Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences courses that is germane to a student’s interest may be substituted.
plus both of
EXPL 150-3 Introduction to Research Approaches in the Social Sciences
EXPL 160-3 Introduction to Research and Interpretation in the Arts
Additional Requirements
After their first year, students are encouraged to meet with the director or student advisor for the program, to discuss their interdisciplinary interests. The remaining units for the certificate consist of courses chosen in relation to those interests, as well as the completion of at least one 300 division explorations capstone course (see below) A minimum of six units for the certificate must be at the 200 division or higher -- three units in arts or humanities disciplines and three units in social sciences.
Students must complete at least one of the following Explorations capstone courses
EXPL 310-3 Selected Topic I*
EXPL 320-3 Selected Topic II*
*In exceptional circumstances, and with permission of the director, another 300 division Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences course that is germane to a student’s interest may be substituted.
General University regulations pertaining to certificate programs also apply.
Courses completed for this certificate may also apply toward major or minor program requirements, or toward a bachelor’s degree within normal University regulations.
Students who fail a core course must make a written request for permission to continue in the program.
From First Year University to the Major
Students are encouraged to meet with the advisor about the major or minors being considered, and to prevent unnecessary education delays by planning ahead to meet program requirements. Programs may have enrolment limitations with competitive entry standards based on academic performance. Students who are unable to gain admission to such programs should consult the advisor regarding other options.
Advisor
This program, which provides broad exposure to areas of knowledge and inquiry methods essential to a liberal education, is for students who desire breadth of learning. It may be completed in conjunction with a degree program, or by students not seeking a degree.
The certificate requires ten courses comprising at least 30 units from designated course lists. These courses, which include both lower and some upper division courses, were carefully chosen for suitability in providing accessible and valuable material.
Course Sets
Applicable certificate courses are listed in 12 sets. Each set includes courses from a variety of University departments. For a certificate student to be acquainted with various fields of inquiry and approaches to knowledge, the ten required courses must be distributed across these sets as described below. See “Distribution Requirements” on page 92. A brief description of the kinds of courses in each set are as follows.
Set 1 – Verbal Skills
These courses enhance the mastery of some basic tools of verbal reasoning and expression. They include courses on writing and critical thinking, and introductory language courses. Students who complete an introductory course in a language other than English are strongly urged to complete a second course in that language as part of their certificate program.
Set 2 – The Study of Theory and Theory Building
These courses introduce the nature of explanatory systems in various fields of inquiry. They include various discipline courses that focus on dynamics of theory construction and historical evolution of theory within that discipline. Courses in this set provide appreciation for ways in which the processes of reasoning, argument, observation and analysis are included within the development of disciplines.
Set 3 – The Analysis of Contemporary Issues
These courses examine current social problems and controversies, emphasizing the application of appropriate conceptual and investigative methods to areas of public concern. Courses in this set will give students some appreciation for the ways in which careful reasoning and disciplinary knowledge can be applied in clarifying the discussion of public issues.
Set 4 – The Study of Literature
These courses introduce important literary works and to ways of understanding literary expression. They include courses on literature written in English and in other languages, as well as literature in translation.
Set 5 – Fine and Performing Arts
These courses familiarize students with non-literary modes of artistic expression and with important works of art including history and criticism of arts forms courses.
Set 6 – Studies in Culture and Civilization
These courses introduce a wide study of cultures and civilizations. They include courses that consider the development of human values, and that take comparative and interdisciplinary approaches to culture, as well as historical studies that include substantial attention to cultural themes.
Set 7 – The Study of Period and Place
These courses study developments in human society with emphasis on historical or regional particularity, and introduce methods associated with such study. They include courses that focus on regions and regionalism, as well as on specific historical periods.
Set 8 – Foundations of Social Science
These courses introduce fundamental concepts and investigation methods in social science disciplines.
Set 9 – Social and Behavioral Analysis
These courses articulate an approach to social structures or to individual or group behavior and apply that perspective to an area of social investigation.
Set 10 – Natural Science
These courses introduce methods that are basic to natural sciences and to at least one specific science.
Set 11 – The Impact of Science and Technology
These courses investigate the social impact of developments in science, technology, and computational and quantitative methods.
Set 12 – Quantitative Skills
These courses enhance the mastery of mathematical skills and tools for quantitative reasoning. They include basic level mathematics and computing, and statistics oriented research methods courses.
Eight of the required ten courses must be distributed among the above sets as follows. (See course lists for applicable courses.)
two courses drawn from any TWO of the sets 1-3
two courses drawn from any TWO of the sets 4-6
two courses drawn from any TWO of the sets 7-9
two courses drawn from any TWO of the sets 10-12
The two additional courses required may be selected from any TWO sets.
Within these distribution requirements, students may select any listed courses, and may tailor choices to their academic needs and interests. Courses applied toward the certificate in liberal arts may also be applied to any degree program, but may not be applied to another certificate or diploma program.
Course Lists
A maximum of 15 transfer units are permitted towards the certificate in liberal arts. Normally, only credit assigned as directly equivalent to a course regularly listed within the program may be transferred.
Certificate for Senior Citizens
Advisor
Mr. J. Benedict, 2300 91ÅÝܽ Vancouver, 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 5K3,
This innovative credit certificate offers maximum flexibility to seniors (aged 60 or better) who are interested in exploring what the University has to offer. Whether students enrol in a sampling of courses or wish to complete a full undergraduate degree, the certificate can be part of this academic plan.
Admission Requirements
Contact the advisor to learn more about the application process, and for further information. The advisor can also answer questions about individual learning objectives and will assist with developing a personalized education plan.
Program Requirements
Senior students (age 60 or better) must complete 30 undergraduate units (approximately 10 courses), with a minimum grade of C, calculated on all courses. Courses applied toward the certificate must be approved by the program director or other official appointed by the Dean of Arts and Social Sciences.
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