Program Courses

ENGL 202 - CANADIAN LITERATURE I: INDIGENOUS VOICES

From the earliest narratives, Euro Canadian writing has framed our understanding of indigenous peoples. We will examine these representations in Canadian literature alongside the works of indigenous writers from across Canada. Reading and discussion will give us an opportunity to understand First People’s literature, including the response to colonialism, and to experience the vitality of First People’s cultures, imaginations, and ways of knowing.

Pre-requisites: A "C" or better in ENGL 110/111 or ENGL 112/114 or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair

ENGL 203 — CANADIAN LITERATURE Il: CONTEMPORARY VOICES

In our multicultural society and globalized world, what is so Canadian about Canadian literature? In this course we trace the emergence of Canadian literature on the world stage and how such writers frame connections between literature, nation, identity and culture.

Pre-requisites: A "C" or better in ENGL 110/111 or ENGL 112/114 or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair

— ENGLISH REQUIREMENT: ENGL 110 OR ENGL 112

Students requiring first-year English have a choice of the English 110/111 sequence and the 112/114 sequence.

The 110/111 sequence is focused on the development of academic writing and research.

The 112/114 sequence is focused on the interpretation of literature.

— ENGLISH REQUIREMENT: ENGL 111 OR ENGL 114

Students requiring first-year English have a choice of the English 110/111 or the 112/114 sequence.

The 110/111 sequence is focused on the development of academic writing and research.

The 112/114 sequence is focused on the interpretation of literature.

GEOG 136 - THE GEOGRAPHY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

British Columbia is one of the most diverse and

richly endowed provinces in Canada, both in

terms of its natural resources and its people. This introductory course will cover the physical geography (physiographic regions, geomorphology, climatology,

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The following is a suggested mix of courses to satisfy requirements for the Associate of Arts degree in Elementary Education. Courses should be chosen only after consultation with a Selkirk College

counsellor.

Students interested in earning their degree at the University of Victoria may not be able to complete a full two years of course requirements because of changes in the UVIC program which came into effect September 2009. Please consult with a Selkirk College counsellor for details.

SEMESTER 3 Course Name UAS ELECT General UAS Elective UAS ELECT General UAS Elective UAS ELECT IT —UAS 200 level course elective UAS ELECT II —UAS 200 level course elective UAS ELECT IT —UAS 200 level course elective SEMESTER 4 Course Name UAS ELECT General UAS Elective UAS ELECT General UAS Elective UAS ELECT IT —UAS 200 level course elective UAS ELECT II —UAS 200 level course elective UAS ELECT IT —UAS 200 level course elective

and biogeography), resource issues (natural resources, industry, and conservation) and cultural geography (First Nations, ethnic diversity, rural and urban communities) of British Columbia. The course

includes numerous field trips and hands on activities.

Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 with a grade of "C" or better or written permission of the Instructor and School Chair.

HIST 104 - CANADA BEFORE CONFEDERATION

A survey of Canadian history from the pre-contact societies of the First Nations to the creation of 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.

Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better or written permission of the instructor and School Chair.

Credit

On Campus 3 On Campus 3 On Campus 3 On Campus 3 On Campus 3 Total ib Credit

On Campus 3 On Campus 3 On Campus 3 On Campus 3 On Campus 3 Total ib

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.

Pre-requisites: ENGL 12 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better or written permission of the instructor and School Chair.

HIST 203 - A HISTORY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

The course is designed to introduce students to the history of British Columbia from the pre-contact

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