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ENGL 110 - COLLEGE COMPOSITION

This course is about thinking and writing. You will
learn how to develop and express informed opinions
on issues that matter. You will also learn about
research, editing, and expository and persuasive
academic writing forms.

Prerequisites: English Studies 12 with a grade of “C”
or higher or equivalent or LPI level 4.

ENGL 111 - INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE

This course is about living more intensely. Rather
than providing answers, literature prompts us to ask
better questions of ourselves and each other. Drama,
poetry, short stories, and novels will guide us in
discussion, reflection, and writing about literature.

Prerequisites: ENGL 110 or equivalent with a grade of
“C” or higher.

HIST 104 - CANADA BEFORE
CONFEDERATION

A survey of Canadian history from the pre-contact
societies of the First Nations to the creation of the
Canadian Federation in 1867. European expansion
and settlement in northern North America, relations
between Europeans and First Nations, and the
development of the colonial societies that formed
Canada are examined. Emphasis is placed on
fostering student interest in history by examining the
historical experiences of a diversity of Canadians.

Prerequisites: English Studies 12 or equivalent with a
grade of “C” or higher.

HIST 105 - CONTEMPORARY CANADA

A survey of modern Canada from confederation to
the end of the second millennium. The post-1867
consolidation of a transcontinental Canada, the
marginalization of aboriginal peoples, and the rapid
transformation of Canadian society by immigration,
industrialization, urbanization, the two world

wars and the Great Depression are examined. The
effects of broad economic and social change on
party politics, relations between French and English
Canada, and the attitudes, values, and living and
working patterns of Canadians are also explored.
Emphasis is placed on fostering student interest in
history by examining the historical experiences of a
diversity of Canadians.

Prerequisites: English Studies 12 or equivalent with a
grade of “C” or higher.

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MATH 180 - MATHEMATICS FOR TEACHERS

Introduces future elementary school teachers and
others to the Mathematical content and principals of
British Columbia elementary school curriculum. In the
process of taking a theoretical and historical, in depth
look at the curriculum, students will be encouraged
to develop comfort and confidence with mathematics
as well as the ability to communicate mathematically
and solve mathematical problems.

Prerequisites: Foundations of Mathematics 17 with a
grade of “C” or higher.

MATH 181 - PROBLEM SOLVING

Designed to follow Math 180 and introduces students
to more in-depth problem solving. Students will solve
problems in class in smaller groups and out of class
individually. Students will develop problem-solving
ability as well as oral and written presentation skills.
This course is intended for all non-science majors.

It may be especially useful for students who want to
prepare to teach math at the elementary school level
and have completed MATH 180.

Prerequisites: Foundations of Mathematics 17 with a
grade of “C” or higher.

LABORATORY SCIENCE ELECTIVE

A student may take any first- or second-year science
course with a minimum two-hour lab, excluding any
courses in applied science, computing science, math
or statistics. Some university degree programs may
not accept physical geography as a lab science.
Please consult a Selkirk College counsellor.

— Biology

— Chemistry

— Geography 130, 232, 254
— Geology

— Physics

GENERAL UAS ELECTIVE

A student may take any first-year or higher university
transferable course to satisfy this elective. Each
course must transfer for three or more credits to

at least one of: SFU, UBC (Vancouver or Okanagan),
UNBC or UVIC.

To learn more about how your courses transfer visit
the online BC Transfer Guide or contact a Selkirk
College counsellor.

ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
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Contact

UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES ADMISSIONS
Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 21233

Direct: 250.365.1233

Email: admissions@selkirk.ca

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