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Instruction offered under the direction of the Effective Writing Program in the Faculty of
Communication and Culture.
Program Director - J. Andre
Introductory, intermediate, intermediate/advanced, and advanced courses in the writing
styles, genres, and modes of evidence and reasoning appropriate to a specific discipline.
Emphasis will be placed on connections between reading, writing, critical reasoning, and,
where appropriate, other discourse forms such as oral and electronic presentation.
Specific sections of these courses will be offered in conjunction with academic
departments and/or designated courses within those departments. Registration will be
limited to students taking courses in the appropriate disciplines. See the Master Timetable
for prerequisites and corequisites.
Senior Courses
Academic Writing 303 H(3-0)
Academic Writing for Specialized Audiences (Intermediate)
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Academic Writing 503 H(3-0)
Academic Writing for Specialized Audiences (Advanced)
Prerequisites: Consent of the Department or Faculty.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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African Studies AFST
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501
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings Canadian
Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies; Development
Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin
American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning
and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
African Studies 301 H(3-0)
Introduction to African Studies
An interdisciplinary perspective of the people and ecologies of the African continent. The
major theme will be the processes and effects of social, religious, political, economic,
historical and cultural change on the lives of Africans.
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African Studies 400 F(9-0)
Field Study in Africa
A field course for the in situ interdisciplinary study of a country or region of Africa,
emphasizing the geographical, archaeological, historical, cultural, political, economic and
artistic aspects. For further information students should contact the Academic Programs
Office or the Program Coordinator.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Co-ordinator.
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African Studies 501 H(3S-0)
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Seminar
Study of a particular topic(s) or region(s) from an interdisciplinary and comparative
perspective. Students will be required to examine how political, social, economic and
cultural factors intersect to shape various issues in the African setting.
Prerequisites: African Studies 301 and one of Anthropology 317, History 401, Political
Science 371 or consent of the Faculty.
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Architectural Studies ARST
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A collaborative offering of the Faculties of Communication and Culture and
Environmental Design. For information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture
website, www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies, East Asian Studies, Film Studies, General Studies, Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies;
Northern Planning and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South
Asian Studies; and Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
Architectural Studies 443 H(0-8)
Introductory Studio in Architecture
An introduction to architectural design. Through exercises in the manipulation and
composition of space and form students will develop the foundation of basic design skills
necessary to pursue more advanced architectural design studios.
Corequisites: Architectural Studies 451 and 455.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 443 and Environmental Design Architecture
581 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 444 F(0-16)
Studio II in Architecture
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An introduction to the application of ordering principles of architecture and to the
numerous layers that contribute to the quality of inhabitation of place and space through
design. Issues explored include the formal, the experiential and the theoretical concerns
of architectural design in today's cultural context.
Prerequisites: Architectural Studies 443, 451 and 455.
Corequisites: Architectural Studies 453 and 461.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 444 and Environmental Design Architecture
582 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 449 H(3-1)
Building Science and Technology I
Functioning of the building enclosure: demonstration of the behaviour of building
elements and their sub-assemblies under differential temperature and pressure stresses;
fundamentals of acoustics; nature and use of building materials; response of building
materials to climatic cycles radiation, precipitation, heating and cooling.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 449 and Environmental Design Architecture
511 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 451 H(0-8)
Graphics Workshop I
A skill building course with instruction and supervised experience in basic drafting,
sketching and rendering; principles of perspective, drawing and presentation conventions.
A variety of instruction may be offered to accommodate the varied level of student
development.
Corequisites: Architectural Studies 443 and 455.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 451 and Environmental Design Architecture
541 will not be allowed.
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Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 453 H(0-8)
Graphics Workshop II
Instruction and supervised experience in drafting, sketching and rendering; drawing and
presentation conventions. Builds on Architectural Studies 451. A variety of instruction
may be offered to accommodate the varied level of student development.
Prerequisites: Architectural Studies 443, 451 and 455.
Corequisites: Architectural Studies 444 and 461.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 453 and Environmental Design Architecture
543 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 455 H(3-0)
Introduction to Design Theories
The contemporary cultural, social and philosophical arenas in which architecture exists
are examined through lectures, readings and seminars. The course runs in conjunction
with Architectural Studies 443.
Corequisites: Architectural Studies 443 and 451.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 455 and Environmental Design Architecture
521 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 457 H(3-0)
History of Architecture and Human Settlements
A survey history of architecture and human settlement from the prehistoric world until
the present. The first course addresses the pre-modern traditions of the major world
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cultures. The second course explores the traditions of the Western world from the
beginning of the Italian Renaissance until the present. The courses will examine the
changes in world view that have altered the course of architecture through the study of
selected works of architecture and urbanism.
457.01. History of Architecture and Human Settlements I-Premodern Traditions of the
World
457.02. History of Architecture and Human Settlements II-The Western Tradition 1400
to the Present
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 457 and Environmental Design Architecture
523 or 623 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Architectural Studies 461 H(3-0)
Site Planning and Design
Observation gathering, recording and interpreting site information. Diagrammatic and
pictorial graphic expression. Geological, biophysical, climatic, cultural, social and
economic site factors. Sense of place. Site analysis, landscape potentials and constraints,
development factors and criteria are discussed and applied to a human settlement project.
Small and large scale projects are compared.
Prerequisites: Architectural Studies 443, 451 and 455.
Corequisites: Architectural Studies 444 and 453.
Note: Credit for both Architectural Studies 461 and any of Architectural Studies 459,
Environmental Design 597.01, 597.02 and 645 will not be allowed.
Note: Open only to students enrolled in the Architectural Studies Minor program.
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Central and East European Studies CEST
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Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Communications Studies; Development Studies; East Asian
Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin American Studies; Law
and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and Development
Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
Central and East European Studies 313 H(3-0)
An Introduction to Cultural Traditions
A survey of Russian and Eastern European cultural history from the settlement of the
Slavic peoples to the early twentieth century. Included will be such topics as the ethnic,
linguistic, and cultural composition of the region; art and architecture of medieval Russia;
the Enlightenment; national revival movements; literature, music and painting;
modernism; the cultural efflorescence of the early Soviet period.
Note: Not open to students with credit in History 335 or 493.19.
Note: This course is normally taught as part of the Term Abroad Program.
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Canadian Studies CNST
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Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies; Development
Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin
American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning
and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Canadian Studies 201 H(3-0)
Introduction to Canadian Studies
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An interdisciplinary examination of the nature of Canadian nationalism and regionalism
in their developmental and contemporary contexts. The political, economic and cultural
dimensions of Canadian identity will be a central focus.
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Senior Courses
Canadian Studies 309 H(3-0)
Development of the Canadian North
Deals with a number of topics relating to the development and habitation of the Canadian
north, including history, government, resources, transportation, communication,
environmental design, recreation and culture.
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Canadian Studies 311 H(3-0)
Native Peoples of the Canadian Plains
History and culture of the Plains First Nations, with emphasis on the impact of changes
from prehistoric to post-contact, nomadic to sedentary, and the impact of reserve and
modern life upon traditional culture. Interdisciplinary approach with a strong emphasis on
historical events that have affected the Plains peoples.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Canadian Studies 313 H(3-0)
Canadian Native Art and Cultures
An interdisciplinary study of the intercultural relationships between Native and settler
cultures. The focus will be on Native arts and cultural traditions, with an emphasis on
contemporary issues.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Canadian Studies 315 H(3-0)
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Native Education in Canada
A study of the development and present form of Native education in Canada from
traditional times to the present day, including an examination of the impact of residential
schools and local control of First Nations' schools. The course will focus on the history,
value systems and traditions of Canadian Plains First Nations and Metis people.
Note: Not open to students with credit in Educational Policy and Administrative Studies
519.04, 529 or General Studies 301.10.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Canadian Studies 331 H(2-2)
Studies in Canadian Film Culture
An introduction to key historical and theoretical aspects of Canadian film. Attention will
be given to production, policy, distribution, and use. Topics will include the study of
Canadian film auteurs, documentary and social change, feature film genres, and the role
of government regulation. Students will explore the central themes and issues facing
Canadian film makers and audiences.
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Canadian Studies 333 H(3-0)
A Comparison of Canadian and American Cultures
An interdisciplinary comparison of Canadian and American cultures and cultural
assumptions. A variety of issues and contexts will be dealt with from historical and
contemporary perspectives.
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Canadian Studies 337 H(3-0)
Introduction to Folklore: The Canadian Context
Introduction to the academic study of folklore: basic terminology, folk groups,
performance and applications with examples taken from the Canadian and Albertan
context. Introduction to traditional genres of folkloristic expression and analyses of
current folk groups and their folklore.
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Canadian Studies 339 H(3-0)
Canadian Humour and Culture
An examination and evaluation of the traditions and techniques of Canadian humour and
humorists in a variety of media. Examples will be drawn from newspaper humorists, oral
folk humour, legend, essays and other literary humour, animated and other films, radio
and television, and political cartoons. Humour will be analysed as a means of
communicating cultural values, traditions, and mythology.
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Canadian Studies 341 H(3-0)
Canadian Animation
The history, techniques, and themes of Canadian animation from the early days to the
present. The relationship between animation and Canadian culture, including traditions,
values, and motifs will be studied.
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Canadian Studies 351 H(3-0)
Literature and Identity: Aboriginal Peoples and Early Canadian Immigrants
An introduction to the multicultural foundations of Canada through a study of the
folklore, literature and patterns of adaption of Canada's indigenous peoples and earliest
settlers such as the Acadians, immigrants from the British Isles, Scandinavia and
Ukraine.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Canadian Studies 353 H(3-0)
Literature and Identity: Immigrant Experience in Canada Since World War II
An introduction to the cultural and social impact on Canada of Post World War II
immigration through a variety of texts, including folklore, fiction and poetry. Focuses on
the experiences of peoples from Central, Eastern and Southern Europe, Asia, South Asia,
Africa and the Caribbean.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Canadian Studies 355 H(3-0)
Canadian Cities and Canadian Identity
Canadian urban life from an interdisciplinary perspective. The contribution of urban life
to Canadian identity and to national, regional and provincial development and awareness.
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Canadian Studies 361 H(3-0)
Gender, Race and Ethnicity in Canada
An interdisciplinary introduction to gender, race and ethnicity in Canada to provide an
understanding of race, ethnicity and gender as simultaneous and intersecting systems of
relationship and meaning.
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Canadian Studies 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Canadian Studies
An examination of selected topics in Canadian Studies. See the Master Timetable for
current topic(s).
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Canadian Studies 417 H(3-0)
Native Culture and Heritage Institutions: Critical Issues
A study of key issues facing museums, archives, parks, and other heritage institutions that
research, interpret and protect the material culture of Native peoples.
Note: Previous knowledge in Native Studies highly recommended.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Canadian Studies 419 H(3-0)
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(formerly Canadian Studies 401.04)
The Metis People of Canada
An interdisciplinary study of the Metis people of Canada, with special emphasis on the
social, economic, and political factors influencing their emergence and continued survival
as a distinct indigenous group in Canada.
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Canadian Studies 421 H(3-0)
Canadian Documentary
The course explores the contributions of Canadian filmmakers, photographers and writers
to the development of documentary genres. Particular emphasis will be given to the
history and evolution of films produced by the National Film Board.
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Canadian Studies 427 H(3-0)
Canadian Architecture in its Social and Historical Context
An outline of Canadian architecture, its institutional and economic setting; the nature and
objectives of architecture education and practice in relation to their historical
development.
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Canadian Studies 433 H(3-0)
The Arts and Popular Culture in Canada
An interdisciplinary study of cultural production in Canada, including both popular and
fine arts. Topics may include the contribution of particular artists, arts organizations and
institutions to Canadian Culture, as well as cultural industry formation, identity
development through the arts, the impact of technology and globalization on cultural
production, and Canadian cultural production in an international context.
Note: Students may be required to attend off-campus events outside of class time.
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Canadian Studies 439 H(3-0)
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Approaches to Canadian Heritage
This course examines the presentation, preservation and commemoration of heritage.
Topics may include research approaches; methods of presentation; the place of oral,
artifactual and other evidence in heritage; policy and planning issues, and the cultural,
social, political, and ecological dimensions of heritage.
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Canadian Studies 451 H(3-0)
(formerly Canadian Studies 401.05)
The Culture of the Calgary Stampede
A particular phenomenon of Calgary - and western Canadian culture - is the Calgary
Stampede. In this interdisciplinary course, students will gain an understanding of the rich
and complex history, vision , and operation of this major western festival.
Note: Students may be required to attend off-campus events outside of class time (e.g.
the Stampede grounds).
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Canadian Studies 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a topic in Canadian Studies.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should contact the office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Canadian Studies 591 H(3S-0)
Senior Seminar in Canadian Studies
Advanced level seminar(s) in Canadian Studies, for examination of particular topics of
special interest to senior students.
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Prerequisites: Fourth year standing in the Canadian Studies Major program or consent of
the Faculty.
Note: Credit for both Canadian Studies 591 and 505 will not be allowed.
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Communications Studies COMS
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Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
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Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Development Studies;
East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin American
Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and
Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Communications Studies 201 H(2-1)
Introduction to Communications Studies
An overview of the major theoretical and methodological traditions in the field and key
concepts in areas such as language philosophy, semiotics, rhetoric, visual
communication, mass media research, and interpersonal, small group and organizational
communication.
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Senior Courses
Communications Studies 335 H(3-0)
(formerly Canadian Studies 335)
Mass Communications and Canadian Society
Introduces students to the theoretical literature on various aspects of the media, including
public policy questions such as the concentration of media ownership, Canadian content
requirements, censorship, the role of the media during elections, and the problems and
opportunities that might be brought by advances in technology.
Note: Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to Majors and Minors in Canadian Studies
and Communications Studies.
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Communications Studies 361 H(2-2T)
Spoken and Written Discourse
An introduction to the principles of written and spoken discourse as informed by both
classical and modern rhetorical theory. Tutorials provide extensive practice in producing
various forms of discourse.
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Prerequisites: Completion of the Effective Writing Requirement.
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Communications Studies 363 H(3-0)
Professional and Technical Communication
An introduction to professional and technical communication, both written and oral.
Students will learn the rhetorical dimensions of workplace settings as well as the process
of planning, composing, and delivering professional and technical communication for
various audiences.
Prerequisites: Second year standing and completion of the Effective Writing
Requirement.
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Communications Studies 365 H(3-0)
Writing About the Fine Arts
This course is designed to help fine arts students formulate and justify in lucid prose their
appraisals of works of art. The study of prose models will be integrated with extensive
practice in writing.
Prerequisites: Completion of the Effective Writing Requirement.
Note: Students taking this course should have some background in Fine Arts.
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Communications Studies 367 H(3-0)
Introduction to Visual Culture
An examination of visual modes of communication. Students will be introduced to the
concepts of visual literacy and will learn to evaluate visual media as communication.
Topics will include the elements of visual messages, the relation of visual communication
to language, and the role of images in shaping culture.
Note: Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to students in the Communications Studies
and Film Studies Major and Minor programs.
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Communications Studies 381 H(3-0)
History of Communications
A study of the technologies of communication from a historical perspective. Considers
the influences on society of developments in communications technology, including
orality, literacy, printing, mass media, telecommunications and information technology.
The theories of McLuhan, Innis, Ong and related theories of technology and history will
be studied.
Corequisites: Prerequisite or Corequisite: Communications Studies 201.
Note: Credit for both Communications Studies 381 and 380 will not be allowed.
Restricted to students in the Communications Studies Major and Minor programs. Until
August 15, enrolment is restricted to Majors in Communications Studies.
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Communications Studies 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Communications Studies
See Master Timetable for current topic(s).
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Communications Studies 403 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Media Studies
See the Master Timetable for current topic(s).
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 441 or consent of the Assistant Dean (Student
Affairs).
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Communications Studies 405 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Rhetoric and Discourse
See the Master Timetable for current topic(s).
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Prerequisites: Either Communications Studies 461 or both 361 and consent of the
Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Communications Studies 407 H(0-4)
Experiential Learning in Communications
Provides students with the opportunity to combine interests in communications research
and theory with experiential learning opportunities in an organization. Involves
placement in a communication-related position that will allow students to connect their
education with community experience.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 201 and consent of the Assistant Dean (Student
Affairs).
Note: Open to Majors in the BA Communications Studies only.
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Communications Studies 441 H(3-0)
Cultural Studies in Communications
A survey of major approaches to the study of human communication in the cultural and
critical traditions, including semiotic models of communications processes and
interpretive methods of research. The course considers the intellectual context in which
these research traditions emerge and are applied.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 201.
Note: Restricted to students in the Communications Studies Major and Minor programs.
Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to Majors in Communications Studies.
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Communications Studies 451 H(3-0)
Research in Communications
A survey of major approaches to the study of human communication in the empirical
traditions, including models of communications processes and methods of applied
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research. The course considers the intellectual context in which these research traditions
emerge and are applied.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 201.
Corequisites: Prerequisite or Corequisite: Any full or half course in statistics (including
but not limited to Anthropology 307, Applied Psychology 301, Political Science 399,
Psychology 312, Sociology 311) or consent of the Faculty.
Note: Restricted to students in the Communications Studies Major program.
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Communications Studies 461 H(2-2T)
History and Applications of Rhetoric
A study of key rhetorical theories from their roots in the classical period to the modern
age, with an emphasis on the development of theories in response to changes in social,
political and philosophical climate. Theories will be applied to the production of both
spoken and written discourse.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 201 and 361.
Note: Restricted to students in the Communications Studies Major and Minor programs.
Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to Majors in Communications Studies.
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Communications Studies 463 H(3-0)
(formerly Communications Studies 401.02)
Advanced Professional and Technical Communication
An inquiry-based course in which students apply rhetorical theory and communication
research in professional and/or technical contexts. Topics include persuasion and
argumentation, editing, and the use of technology. The main term project involves
producing documents for clients or organizations outside of the classroom.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 361 or 363.
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Communications Studies 483 H(3-0)
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Introduction to Public Relations
The role of public relations in group communication within and among various sectors of
society, including business, government, educational and cultural organizations.
Alternative approaches to public relations theory and practice. Canadian examples and
case studies will be used where possible, and ethical standards in public relations will be
emphasized.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 201 or consent of the Faculty.
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Communications Studies 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should contact the Office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Communications Studies 537 H(2-2T)
Visual Research and New Media Production
Provides an introduction to new media production with an emphasis on the digitization of
still, slide and video material for multimedia presentation. Students are encouraged to
have source material in advance.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 367 or consent of the Faculty.
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Communications Studies 567 H(3-1T)
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Advanced Studies in Visual Culture
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Advanced studies in visual communication with special attention to historical and
theoretical aspects of visual practices. Students will explore diverse expressions of
visuality and undertake applied visual research and production. Topics may include the
social production of visual discourse, visual media and social change, visual
anthropology, and strategies for visual research.
Prerequisites: Communications Studies 367 or Anthropology 411 or consent of the
Faculty of Communication and Culture.
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Communications Studies 580 F(0-3)
Advanced Communications Project
An advanced research project incorporating both scholarly bibliographic techniques and
research techniques appropriate to media production. The project will be produced in a
medium appropriate to the student's specialization: print, radio, television, video film, or
multimedia.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Bachelor of Communications Studies program or the
Bachelor of Film Studies Program.
Corequisites: Prerequisites or Corequisites: General Studies 300, second year of the
relevant Southern Alberta Institute of Technology diploma program, or equivalent
transfer credit, and one of Communications Studies 441, 451, 461, Film 403, or 461.
Note: Offered jointly by the University of Calgary and the Southern Alberta Institute of
Technology. Open to students in the Bachelor of Communications Studies or Bachelor of
Film Studies programs majors only.
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Communications Studies 591 H(3S-0)
Senior Seminar in Communication
With reference to a special topic, this course explores the variety of ways in which
communication builds social and cultural values. Students will undertake a major project
that will integrate their understanding of communication theory, history and
methodology. See individual course outlines for current topics.
Prerequisites: One of Communications Studies 441, 451, or 461 or consent of the
Faculty.
Note: Restricted to students in the Communications Studies Major program.
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Graduate Courses
Note: Courses numbered 615-789 will be offered on the basis of student needs and
contingent upon the availability of staff resources.
Communications Studies 601 H(3S-0)
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Communications Studies
A foundation seminar that provides an introduction to the field of communication
theories and approaches.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 603 H(3S-0)
Critical Perspectives on Television and Film
A seminar that explores theories and perspectives with regard to television and film.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 605 H(3S-0)
Organizational Communication
An examination of the application of theory and methodology of administrative
communication processes in complex organizations.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 609 H(3S-0)
Communication Law
An examination of the operation of Canadian law as it relates to the areas of
telecommunications, broadcasting and other media.
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Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 613 H(3S-0)
Communication Theory
An examination of the major perspectives in communication theory through a historical
analysis of classic works and an overview of contemporary approaches and applications.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 615 H(3S-0)
Communication Research Methods
Designed to provide a fundamental understanding of empirical research in
communication. Focus will be on published, data-based research.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 619 H(3S-0)
Communication and Cultural Industries: Policy and Development
An analysis of the governmental and social contexts which inform the current
development of telecommunications, communications, cultural industries and new media
in Canada.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 623 H(3S-0)
Social and Economic Impacts of Communication and Information Technologies
An examination of the social context of information and communication technologies
with regard to patterns of knowledge, power and social relationships.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 625 H(3-0)
Interpersonal and Small Group Communication
An examination of the theory and research concerning communication processes in faceto-face and small group interaction. Provides opportunities to develop effective practical
skills.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 627 H(3S-0)
Mass Media and Democracy in North America
A discussion of how politicians use the media to campaign for office and retain power.
Also considers the effects of communication technologies on the nature of democratic
politics.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 629 H(3S-0)
Communication Management
An examination of communication management in business organizations. Looks at
topics such as marketing, public relations and advertising in the context of rapidly
changing business environments.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 641 H(3S-0)
Intercultural and International Communication
An examination of cultural/communication issues and practices in Canadian and
international contexts. Examines the role of media systems in processes of culture,
development and identity formation.
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Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Communications Studies 711 H(3S-0)
Directed Studies
A research project under the direction of a faculty member.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
Note: May be repeated for credit once.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Communications Studies 717 H(3S-0)
Selected Topics in Communication
A variety of communication topics based on faculty expertise.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Communications Studies 790 F(0-6)
Master's Project
A full year course required of all MCS students. Students develop a major research
project under the supervision of a faculty member, on the basis of their particular interest.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
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Culture and Society CUSP
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Graduate Courses
Note: Courses that are considered electives will be offered on the basis of student needs
and contingent upon the availability of staff resources.
Culture and Society 601 H(3S-0)
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Culture and Society
An introduction to ways of studying culture and society from a variety of perspectives,
including approaches rooted in traditional disciplines and those that have arisen in a more
interdisciplinary climate such as cultural studies and critical discourse analysis. Specific
problems in culture and society will provide the basis for course work.
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Culture and Society 613 H(3S-0)
Cultural Theory
An examination of a wide range of critical social theories, including feminist theory,
critical race theory and postcolonial theory will provide students with the analytical
sophistication and critical thinking skills necessary to unpack complex cultural and social
dynamics and to develop innovative a approaches to vexing issues. Students will study a
particular problem in culture from one specific point of view appropriate to their intended
concentration, including aspects of law, cultural identity, personal identity, gender
identity, and literary/artistic culture.
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Culture and Society 615 H(3S-0)
Research Methods
Designed to provide a fundamental understanding of research methods appropriate to the
study of culture and society.
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Culture and Society Society711 H(3S-0)
Directed Studies
A research project under the direction of a Faculty member.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
Note: May be repeated for credit once.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Culture and Society Society717 H(3S-0)
Selected Topics in Culture and Society
A variety of topics based on faculty expertise.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Development Studies DEST
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393
400
401
407
485
501
591
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin American
Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and
Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Development Studies 201 H(2-1)
Introduction to Development Studies
An interdisciplinary course focusing on development in both a northern and international
context. Explores factors that shape development processes; introduces concepts and
issues such as poverty; colonialism and self-determination; human ecology and
sustainable development; and appropriate technology. Examines the origins, purposes,
and performance of contemporary national and international institutions and their effect
on people in different geographical and socio-economic contexts.
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Senior Courses
Development Studies 375 H(3-0)
Gender and Development
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Examines development from the critical perspective of the key role played by gender in
development. Case studies from Canadian and international contexts will provide
illustrative material for analyzing the issues that emanate from the gendered nature of
development processes and practices.
Prerequisites: Development Studies 201 or Women's Studies 201 or consent of the
Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
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Development Studies 393 H(3-0)
Theories and Applications of Development
A study of development theories and applications through northern and international case
studies. Examines practical manifestations of those theories and approaches in
development planning, implementation, and praxis including Modernization theory;
dependency theory; basic needs approach; neo-liberalism; the staple thesis; globalization;
women in development; gender and development.
Prerequisites: Development Studies 201 or 391 or consent of the Assistant Dean
(Student Affairs).
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Development Studies 400 F(9-0)
Field Study: Environment and Development
A field course for the on-site interdisciplinary study of a country or region with regard to
issues of development from variety of perspectives, e.g., cultural, economic,
environmental, geographical, historical and political perspectives. For further information
students should contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office of the Program
Coordinator.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Coordinator.
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Development Studies 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Development Studies
An examination of selected topics in Development Studies. See Master Timetable for
current topic(s).
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MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Development Studies 407 H(3-0)
(formerly Northern Planning and Development Studies 407)
Cultural Land-Use Mapping
The role of participatory research methodologies as a means of obtaining traditional
environmental knowledge. The application of traditional environmental knowledge to
land-use mapping technology in the context of geographical information systems will be
explored.
Prerequisites: Northern Planning and Development Studies 401.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Development Studies 485 H(3S-0)
International and Intercultural Communication
A seminar in cross-cultural communication at the personal, organizational, societal, and
international levels. Discusses the concept of "Globalization" and its implications for
communication among different cultures; analyses various theoretical perspectives
underlying intercultural communication; explores issues of power, identity and influence;
examines intercultural encounters in the context of specific diversified settings; and helps
students develop intercultural communication competence.
Prerequisites: Third year standing.
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Development Studies 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should contact the Office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
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MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Development Studies 591 H(3S-0)
Critical Perspectives on Development Practice and Research
An interdisciplinary consideration of selected issues and methodologies in development,
which will provide students with the critical perspective and skills needed to
conceptualize, design, implement and effectively manage community development
projects and programs.
Prerequisites: Development Studies 375 and 393.
Note: Restricted to students registered in the Development Studies Major program.
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East Asian Studies EAST
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317
319
321
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin American
Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and
Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
East Asian Studies 317 H(3-0)
Understanding East Asia
Society, resources and environment; roots of ancient civilization; racial, ethnic and
linguistic diversities; philosophic and religious traditions; arts and aesthetics; historical
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bases of tradition and modernity; role of education in social development; ideological
differences and economic development. Primary focus on China, Japan, Korea and
Taiwan.
Note: Not open to students with credit in or concurrently registered in East Asia 300.
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East Asian Studies 319 H(3-0)
East Asian Values in a Canadian Setting
Examines the presence of East Asian values within Canada, their potential for greater
acceptance in and contribution to Canadian life, and changes that would facilitate the
acceptance of East Asians into the Canadian mainstream. East Asian values will be
examined generically, as well as specifically to the cultures of China, Japan, Korea and
Vietnam.
Note: Not open to students with credit in General Studies 301.04.
Note: Previous course work in East Asian culture would be advantageous to the student.
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East Asian Studies 321 H(3-0)
Introduction to the Calgary Chinese Community
Provides instruction on the direct experience of important aspects of the Calgary Chinese
community, including its history, commercial sector, entertainment facilities, and its
cultural, social, and religious organizations.
Note: Not open to students with credit in General Studies 301.06.
Note: Course requires off-campus attendance with a considerable amount of walking
involved.
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Film FILM
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301
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307
321
323
331
333
401
403
405
407
409
441
451
461
471
501
591
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies, General Studies; Innovation Studies, Latin
American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning
and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Film 201 H(3-1)
Introduction to Film Studies
An introduction to the main issues involved in studying and analyzing film including
medium, story, photography, mise-en-scene, movement, editing, sound, and acting.
Intended to prepare students for further work in film studies.
Note: Credit for both Film 201 and Film 200 will not be allowed
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Senior Courses
Film 301 H(2-3)
Topic in National Cinema
Topics will explore various aspects of, or historical moments in, a particular nation's
cinematic culture. Topics might include: Quebecois cinema, current British cinema,
German cinema Between the Wars, Canadian cinema, the History of Chinese cinema, etc.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 305 H(2-3)
Topic in Genre
Topics will focus on the style, narrative form, and historical evolution of selected genres,
for example, the Documentary, the Western, the Melodrama, the Musical, etc.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 307 H(2-3)
Topic in Cinema and Gender Studies
Topics will explore the representation of gender and sexuality in cinema. Topics might
include: Images of Women in the American 1940s, Lesbian Images in Current Cinema,
The Queer 1950s, Comparative Images of Women in American and French Cinema, etc.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 321 H(2-3)
History of Popular Cinema
An assessment of the various ways in which the history of film production can be
approached, including the development of filmmaking technologies, evolutions in
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cinematic style and narrative traditions, particularly as they relate to popular cinema, and
changing industrial practices.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
Note: This course may not be offered every year. Until August 15, enrolment is restricted
to Minors in Film Studies.
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Film 323 H(2-3)
Issues in Film History
An introduction to key concepts in cinematic historiography. Emphasis will be placed
upon non-traditional or non-canonical films and their relationship to dominant histories
of filmmaking.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
Note: This course may not be offered every year. Until August 15, enrolment is restricted
to Minors in Film Studies.
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Film 331 H(2-3)
Film Theory up to 1950
An introduction to theoretical perspectives on film before the mid twentieth century.
Connects film with broader debates on aesthetics, medium specificity, genre, and realism.
Includes theories developed in the first half of the 20th century related to Silent Film,
Formalism, Montage, Critical Theory, and Auteur theories.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
Note: Credit for both Film 331 and 300 will not be allowed.
Note: Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to Minors in Film Studies.
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Film 333 H(2-3)
Film Theory after 1950
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An introduction to theoretical perspectives on film developed since the mid-twentieth
century, specifically Structuralism, Linguistics, Psychoanalysis, Feminism, Poststructuralism, Cultural Studies, Post-colonialism and Queer Theory.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
Note: Credit for both Film 333 and 300 will not be allowed.
Note: Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to Minors in Film Studies.
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Film 401 H(2-3)
Topic in Film Theory
Topics will be organized around particular theorists, schools of theory, historical issues in
film culture, or contemporary thought on film. Topics might include: Psychoanalysis
and/as Film Theory; Kaja Silverman and Teresa de Lauretis; Modernism and
Postmodernism; Feminist Film Theory; Queer Theory and Film; Postcolonial Theory and
Film; Semiotics.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 403 H(2-3)
Topic in the Director's Cinema
Topics will examine the distinctive style and concerns of a particular director or directors.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 405 H(2-3)
Advanced Topic in Film Genre
Topics will be organized around a specific film generic tradition.
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Prerequisites: Film 201.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 407 H(0-4)
Experiential Learning in Film
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to combine interests in
film studies research with experiential learning opportunities in the community and
workplace (internships, paid employment or volunteer position).
Prerequisites: Film 201 and consent of the Faculty.
Note: Restricted to students registered in the BA in Film Studies.
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Film 409 H(2-3)
Special Topic in Film Studies
See Master Timetable for current topic(s).
Prerequisites: Film 201.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 441 H(3-0)
The Film Festival
An exploration of the social practices (cultural tourism, tastemaking, identity formation,
celebrity and star formation) and operational aspects (marketing, promotion, jurying,
lobbying, audience cultivation) of film festivals. Students will be encouraged to
participate in community service learning through volunteer opportunities with a
particular festival.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
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Film 451 H(3-0)
The Canadian Film Industry: National and Global Perspectives
A study of the nature of the Canadian film industry. Emphasis will be on the evolution of
the Canadian motion picture industry in the twentieth century and how it is situated in
contemporary popular culture. Other topics include Canada's historic relationship to
Hollywood, the audience for Canadian films, the role of the state in funding, distribution
and production systems, the impact of new technologies, and how the structure of
Canada's film industry compares with those of other countries.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
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Film 461 H(3-0)
Film Audience and Reception
The course maps aspects of spectatorship, audience, and reception approaches as they
intersect with the experience and study of cinema. The course provides students with
tools to appreciate film as an interactive medium of communication. It explores these
approaches with emphasis on spectatorial agency, resistant and subversive reading, and
hegemonic and counter-hegemonic readership and production.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
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Film 471 H(2-2)
Experimental Film and Video
The course explores the genre of experimental film and video. Particular emphasis will be
given to the history and evolution of works in this genre with attention to Canadian
contributions and the impact of digital and new media.
Prerequisites: Film 201.
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Film 501 H(0-1T)
Research in Selected Topics
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Independent study and directed reading or research for students in the Film Minor
program in their third or fourth year. Students will produce a major essay or complete a
significant research project.
Prerequisites: Students who wish to propose a Film 501 topic must secure a supervisor
among the Film instructors and have the topic approved by the Coordinator of Film
Studies. The deadlines are June 30 for Fall Session projects and November 30 for Winter
Session Projects.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Film 591 H(3S-0)
Senior Seminar in Film Studies
With reference to a specific topic, this course explores the variety of ways in which film
and the technologies of motion pictures connect with social life. Students will undertake a
major project that will integrate their understanding of film theory, history, and genres.
See individual course outlines for current topics.
Prerequisites: Two of Film Studies 321, 323, 331, or 333, or consent of the Faculty.
Note: Restricted to students registered in the BA in Film Studies.
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General Studies GNST
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359
401
407
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501
502
590
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, Innovation Studies, Latin
American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning
and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Courses
General Studies 201 H(3S-0)
Inquiry Seminar in Communication and Culture
Small-enrolment inquiry-based seminars explore in depth an interdisciplinary topic such
as gender, identity, urban life, technology, the landscape, diversity, and popular culture.
These seminars provide an alternative to broad introductory courses by giving students
the opportunity to develop their own questions around a topic area and the experience of
conducting research in depth. Provides students with tools and approaches required in
university-level scholarship.
Note: Each seminar is built around a different topic. To choose a topic, consult the
Communication and Culture Academic Programs Office or go to
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca/GNST201.
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Note: Restricted to first year students. . Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to firstyear students in the Faculty of Communication and Culture.
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General Studies 203 H(3-0)
Great Ideas
Surveys influential ideas from a variety of disciplines. Seeks to articulate the fundamental
issues that animate specific disciplines and to illustrate as well as to develop the
connections between these ideas. Students will read classic or exemplary texts from fields
of study such as science, religion, philosophy, history, politics, psychology, and will
explore the possibilities for connecting and integrating the assumptions and methods of
these disciplines.
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Senior Courses
General Studies 300 F(3-1T)
Heritage I - Perspective
Introduction to the interrelationships of disciplines, ideas and problems within
contemporary life and their roots in Western European thought using primary source
material in literature, philosophy and religion, science and technology, political,
economic and social thought and the arts. Emphasis will be placed on understanding and
critically evaluating the context of thought within which individuals raised in the Western
European tradition think and view the world. Relationships to non-Western European
tradition will be discussed. Tutorials will be used to develop skills in the written and oral
analysis and evaluation of complex ideas and concepts.
Note: This course is required of every student registered in a Major and General program
in the Faculty of Communication and Culture and should be taken as early as possible in
the program. Until August 15 enrolment is restricted to students registered in the degree
programs of the Faculty of Communication and Culture and in the collaborative Majors
in East Asia and Latin American Studies.
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General Studies 301 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies
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An examination of current topics in interdisciplinary studies.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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General Studies 313 H(3-0)
Interdisciplinary Research Methodologies
A critical introduction to interdisciplinary research methodologies. Students will explore,
practice, and critique various quantitative and qualitative research methodologies and
various perspectives on the processes of knowledge production.
Note: Credit for both General Studies 313 and any of Development Studies 407,
Northern Planning and Development Studies 407 or Women's Studies 313 will not be
allowed.
Note: Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to students registered in the degree
programs of the Faculty of Communication and Culture and the Minor program in
Development Studies.
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General Studies 345 H(2-1)
Ideas, Science and Innovation
A course for non-science students about how scientific ideas and innovations shape
human existence and human societies. Topics include complexity, self-organization,
biological and memetic evolution, energy, biotechnology and nanotechnology.
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General Studies 359 H(3-0)
Introduction to World Music
A survey of the world's music through the study of selected culture areas. Emphasis will
be on the dynamics of each musical idiom, on the relationships between music and other
aspects of culture and society, and on the interaction among various cultures.
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General Studies 401 H(3-0)
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Concepts in Comparative Heritage
Presents a thematic approach to interdisciplinary cultural studies and provides methods
and experience for intercultural comparative studies with a global perspective. Aspects of
three selected non-European cultures will be included.
Prerequisites: General Studies 300.
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General Studies 407 H(3-3)
Communication, Culture and Communities
This course examines concepts of "community," including the development of
communities, the culture of communities, and the role of communication and
representation in the maintenance of communities. It will focus in particular on the role
of volunteerism in communities.
Note: Credit for both General Studies 407 and General Studies 301.18 will not be
allowed.
Note: A major component of the course will be a volunteer placement in a Calgary
community service organization. Students should expect to spend a total of
approximately 15 to 25 hours on their volunteer project. Class activities will include
critical reflection on this experience. Both the class component of the course and the
community placement will require attendance at off-campus sites in the Calgary area.
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General Studies 413 H(3-0)
Critical Approaches to the Cultures of Research
This course will examine the process called "research" within those institutions that have
chosen it as a basis for their evaluation, so-called research universities. Students will be
invited to consider the culture in which they study and in particular will discuss the legal
and ethical culture necessary to the continued acceptance of research as a social good.
Prerequisites: General Studies 313.
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General Studies 500 F(3-0)
Heritage II - Integration
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A continuation of General Studies 300 emphasizing the integration of information
acquired during the student's undergraduate career, developing interrelationships among
the different subject areas that have dominated the Western European tradition, and
exploring how these relationships might change in the future.
Prerequisites: General Studies 300.
Note: This course is required of every student registered in a Major program in the
Faculty of Communication and Culture.
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General Studies 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should normally contact the office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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General Studies 502 F(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should normally contact the office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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General Studies 590 F(3-0)
Honours Thesis: Directed Research
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Supervised individual research and preparation of thesis.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Honours Program Coordinator.
Note: Required of and limited to senior students in the Honours program in
Communication and Culture.
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Innovation INNO
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Instruction offered by members of the Faculties of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Latin American
Studies, Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and
Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
Innovation 321 H(3-2T)
Principles of Innovation
Innovation is a process through which knowledge and new ideas are applied to create
new economic and social benefits. Students are introduced to definitions, contexts,
language, dynamics, historical and contemporary examples, issues, aspects, outcomes,
pitfalls, and impacts of the innovation process from a multidisciplinary perspective.
Literature on innovation is explored. Seeks to develop in students the intuitive and
imaginative skills necessary for inventive processes, and to investigate the impact of the
innovation process. Blend of face-to-face and web-based instruction.
Note: Open to students from all programs.
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Innovation 323 H(3-2T)
The Practice of Innovation
Provides experience in the innovation process, to aid students to understand the nature of
this creative process in different contexts, and to nurture innovative thinking. Hands-on
project in multidisciplinary teams of students and professors. Student projects will take
the form of case studies of and/or involvement in actual innovation processes in different
contexts. Seeks to teach through experience and peer-based interaction the processes of
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invention. Session will end with an "innovation fair" of teams' presentations. Blend of
face-to-face and web-based instruction.
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Latin American Studies LAST
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303
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501
A collaborative offering of the Faculties of Communication and Culture, Humanities and
Social Sciences. For information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture
website, www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and
Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Courses
Latin American Studies 201 H(3-0)
Introduction to Cultural and Historical Roots of Latin America
An interdisciplinary survey of important themes providing a background for
understanding Latin America, the physical landscape, prehistory, Iberian influence, and
historical development to independence.
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Latin American Studies 203 H(3-0)
Introduction to Contemporary Latin America
An interdisciplinary survey of important themes for understanding contemporary Latin
America. Indigenous cultures, contemporary cultures and societies, political trends,
modern history, demography and settlement patterns, natural resources and economic
development and literature.
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Latin American Studies 301 H(0-3)
Field Study in Latin America
An experiential learning course, designed to provide a framework for the student's
empirical learning experience during the Latin American Studies Field School. Provides a
forum for the sharing of cross-cultural experiences among the students, as they analyze
and reflect on the realities of life in Latin America. Students will be expected to live with
a local family during the Field School, to take an active part in discussions, and to
participate in events and field trips.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
Note: Normally offered during the Spring or Summer Sessions.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Latin American Studies 303 H(3-0)
Latin American Field Research
In a Latin American field setting, this course guides students in integrating their own
observations and experiences with scholarly readings on themes of relevance and
importance to the particular setting. Attention is paid to the archaeological and historical
contexts as well as present day economic, political, and social issues of Latin America.
The regional and theoretical focus of the material will vary according to the location at
which the course is given.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Program Director.
Note: Normally offered during the Spring or Summer Sessions.
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Latin American Studies 401 H(3S-0)
Integrative Seminar in Latin American Studies
An advanced seminar involving research on a special Latin American topic integrating a
variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives (eg. political science,
anthropology, geography, cultural studies).
Prerequisites: Latin American Studies 201, 203 and third year standing or consent of the
Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
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Note: May not be offered every year. May be taken as a reading course if an instructor is
available.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Latin American Studies 501 H(3-0)
Directed Study in Latin American Studies
Students devise a research question and carry out a program of independent research with
a specialist on a topic in the area of Latin American Studies.
Prerequisites: Third year standing and consent of the Director.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Law and Society LWSO
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201
203
335
337
401
412
501
591
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Museum and Heritage Studies; Northern Planning and
Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and
Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Law and Society 201 H(3-0)
Introduction to Legal Studies
Overview of the role of law in society. Examination of different concepts of law. Study
of legal rules, institutions, processes and personnel in social context. Discussion of
construction and exercise of the power of law. Emphasis on Canadian law and legal
system.
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Law and Society 203 H(3-0)
Introduction to Legal Knowledge
This course examines the philosophy and science of law as tools of social engineering.
Students will be introduced to tort, contract, property and criminal law and will review
different schools of thought and legal movements specific to these areas of law. Current
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legal developments (including decided Canadian cases) will be covered to illustrate how
concepts such as risk, negligence, neighbour principle, contractual obligations, offer and
acceptance, consideration, remedies and punishment play out in contemporary Canadian
society.
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Senior Courses
Law and Society 335 H(3-0)
Equality Issues
An examination of the ability of the law to guarantee equality. Issues of gender, racial
and class equality will be explored. Topics may include employment law, civil law,
criminal law, reproductive rights and family law. All material is studied as it pertains to
the Canadian legal culture.
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Law and Society 337 H(3-0)
Self-Regulation
This course examines how individuals and groups create, maintain and follow non-legal
codes of conduct. Students will be introduced to law's relationship to non-regulatory
concepts of deportment found in such things as social manners, community mores,
religious beliefs as well as, consciously "legislated" group mechanisms such as
professional codes of conduct and mission statements.
Prerequisites: Law and Society 203.
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Law and Society 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Law and Society
An examination of selected topics in Law and Society. See Master Timetable for current
topic(s).
Prerequisites: Law and Society 201.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Law and Society 412 F(3S-0)
Liberalism and Legal Issues
An examination of the conception of rights and freedoms in both J.S. Mill and in 20th
century philosophers. Analyzes liberalism and its legal and political critics. Examines
how these theoretical discussions have been incorporated into contemporary law.
Prerequisites: Law and Society 201.
Note: Not open to students with credit in Law and Society 512.
Note: Until August 15, enrolment is restricted to students who have declared a Major in
Law and Society.
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Law and Society 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should contact the Office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Law and Society 591 H(3S-0)
Integrative Seminar
An advanced seminar integrating philosophical, theoretical, social, and legal approaches
to understanding the relationship between law and society.
Prerequisites: Law and Society 412.
Note: Students may be required to attend court proceedings outside of class time which
will be considered part of the course evaluation.
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Museum and Heritage Studies MHST
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201
303
331
401
409
433
533
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Northern Planning and Development
Studies; Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Museum and Heritage Studies 201 H(3-0)
Introduction to Museum and Heritage Studies
Introduces the field of Museum and Heritage Studies by examining heritage sites,
museums, art galleries, zoos, natural parks and others. Traditional institutions will be
examined along with new forms, including virtual museums.
Note: Students may be required to attend off-campus events outside of class time.
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Senior Courses
Museum and Heritage Studies 303 H(2-2)
Introduction to Audience Development for Museums
Students will be introduced to five different areas of Audience Development and how
audience development is affected by museum education, museum marketing strategies,
evaluation and assessment of audience, the use of technology in museums, as well as how
audience is affected by museum and community relationships.
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Note: Not open to students with credit in General Studies 301.07.
Note: Until August 15 preference in enrolment is given to students enrolled in the
Museum and Heritage Studies Minor program.
Note: Students may be required to attend off-campus events outside of class time.
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Museum and Heritage Studies 331 H(3-0)
Topics in Collecting and Exhibiting
Examines the nature of collecting, curating, exhibiting and interpreting material and nonmaterial culture in museums and heritage institutions.
Prerequisites: Museum and Heritage Studies 201.
Note: Students may be required to attend off-campus events outside of class time.
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Museum and Heritage Studies 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Museum and Heritage Studies
An examination of selected topics in Museum and Heritage Studies. See the Master
Timetable for current topics.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Museum and Heritage Studies 409 H(3-0)
Tourism and Cultural Heritage
Examines the place of cultural heritage facilities and programs in contemporary tourism
and the ways tourism shapes and affects cultural expression in local communities and in
museum and heritage facilities.
Prerequisites: One of Museum and Heritage Studies 201, Tourism Management 309 or
409, or consent of the Faculty.
Note: Credit for both Museum and Heritage Studies 409 and Leisure, Tourism and
Society 591 will not be allowed.
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Museum and Heritage Studies 433 H(0-3S)
Topics in Management and Planning
Examines a range of theoretical issues of museum management and planning. This
theoretical framework will be applied through the study of museum exhibition story lines,
as well as the implications of broader and long-range exhibition and institutional
planning.
Prerequisites: Museum and Heritage Studies 201.
Note: Students may be required to attend off-campus events outside of class time.
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Museum and Heritage Studies 533 H(0-6)
Practicum
Work in a local museological or heritage institution under a professional supervisor.
Corequisites: Prerequisites or Corequisites: Museum and Heritage Studies 331 and
consent of the Program Director.
Note: Students must contact the practicum co-ordinator at least three weeks prior to the
start of classes to arrange for placement at a hosting institution.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Northern Planning and Development Studies NPDS
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401
405
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies;
Science, Technology and Society; South Asian Studies; and Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
Northern Planning and Development Studies 401 H(3-0)
Sustainability and Human Ecology in the Circumpolar Arctic
The history of northern development and resource management in Canada with emphasis
on specific case studies involving sustainability and human ecology in the Circumpolar
Arctic.
Prerequisites: Development Studies 201 and 393.
Note: Credit for both Northern Planning and Development Studies 303 and 401 will not
be allowed.
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Northern Planning and Development Studies 405 H(3-0)
Traditional Environmental Knowledge and Northern Development
The role of traditional environmental knowledge and its significance to northern
development. Participatory research methodologies will be introduced.
Corequisites: Prerequisite or Co-requisite: Northern Planning and Development Studies
401.
Note: Credit for both Northern Planning and Development Studies 305 and 405 will not
be allowed.
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South Asian Studies SAST
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315
415
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies;
Northern Planning and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; and
Women's Studies.
Senior Courses
South Asian Studies 315 H(3-0)
Understanding South Asia
The roots of ancient civilization; society, resources and environment; racial, ethnic and
cultural diversities; philosophic and religious traditions; arts and aesthetics; historical
bases of tradition and modernity; role of education in social development; ideological
differences and economic development. Primary focus on India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan,
Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal.
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South Asian Studies 415 H(3-0)
Contemporary Indian Society and Culture
This interdisciplinary course will discuss the culture and society of India today. Emphasis
will be on casteism, communalism, religion, regionalism, globalization, ethnicity, class
and gender in Indian society.
Prerequisites: South Asian Studies 315 or consent of the Faculty.
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Science, Technology and Society STAS
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201
325
327
341
343
401
407
501
591
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty Office,
220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies;
Northern Planning and Development Studies; South Asian Studies; and Women's Studies.
Junior Course
Science, Technology and Society 201 H(3-0)
The Process of Inquiry in the Natural Sciences
Provides an introduction to scientific thought. Topics covered will be selected from
among: debate and consensus building in science; abstractions, models, and the
importance of mathematics; the value systems of the scientific community; scientists as
experts in policy matters; and public appreciation of science. Particular attention will be
given to the public impact of science and the role of science as a cultural and political
force. Current issues such as climate change, genetically modified food, and the
dynamics of pharmaceutical innovation will be studied as particular cases.
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Senior Courses
Science, Technology and Society 325 H(3-0)
Technology Within Contemporary Society
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Definitions of technology; theories of technology/society interaction; innovation and
waves of technological change; technology as a system; automation and "post-industrial"
society; impact of new technology on work; growth and its limits; alternative technology;
energy technology; biotechnology and the Green Revolution; human reproductive
technology; information technology; controlling technology; ethical problems in
technology.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Science, Technology and Society 327 H(3-0)
Science in Society
A case study analysis of the practice of science as a human activity. The theories linking
the emergence of modern science to western culture are considered. An analysis of ideas
of the social structure of scientific activity including: the role of examples in forming
scientific theories, the value system of scientists in both basic research and applied
research environments, "individual genius" vs multiple discovery, and the influence of
"leading" figures. The linkages of scientific activity with other cultural dimensions are
explored and the bases for formulation of "science policy" are considered.
Note: This course may not be offered every year.
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Science, Technology and Society 341 H(3-0)
Information Technology and Society
A study of the implications of information technology for political, social and economic
organization, individual psychology, and concepts of knowledge. Historical, ethical and
legal implications will be discussed.
Note: Credit for both Science, Technology and Society 341 and any of Communications
Studies 380, General Studies 304 (Bachelor of Accounting Science 304), or General
Studies 341 will not be allowed.
Note: This course assumes only very basic familiarity with computers at the "user" level.
Familiarization with more advanced applications will be provided as required.
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Science, Technology and Society 343 H(3-0)
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Canadian Science Policy and Technology Development
Examination and analysis of Canadian science policy and technology development.
Factors which influence policies and strategies, and factors which should influence them.
Evaluation of success and failures through case studies and policy analysis.
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Science, Technology and Society 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Science, Technology and Society
An examination of selected topics in Science, Technology and Society. See Master
Timetable for current topic(s).
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Science, Technology and Society 407 H(3-0)
Science, Value and the Environment
An examination of scientific, legal, cultural, economic, management and normative
perspectives regarding the care and use of the natural environment.
Prerequisites: At least one prior course in Science, Technology and Society or
permission of the instructor.
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Science, Technology and Society 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should contact the Office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Science, Technology and Society 591 H(3-0)
Integrative Seminar
An integrative seminar on the central themes of science and technology studies.
Prerequisites: Two of Science, Technology and Society 325, History 477.01, 477.02,
Philosophy 367, Sociology 435; or consent of the Faculty.
Note: This course may not be offered every year. It may be taken as a reading course if
an instructor is available.
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Women's Studies WMST
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201
303
307
311
321
331
339
401
405
431
501
591
Instruction offered under the direction of the Faculty of Communication and Culture. For
information visit the Faculty of Communication and Culture website,
http://www.comcul.ucalgary.ca, or contact the Communication and Culture Faculty
Office, 220-6343.
Additional interdisciplinary courses are offered under the course headings African
Studies; Canadian Studies; Central and East European Studies; Communications Studies;
Development Studies; East Asian Studies; Film Studies, General Studies; Innovation
Studies, Latin American Studies; Law and Society; Museum and Heritage Studies;
Northern Planning and Development Studies; Science, Technology and Society; and
South Asian Studies.
Junior Course
Women's Studies 201 H(3-0)
Introduction to Women's Studies
An introduction to academic feminism that critically deconstructs cultural notions of sex,
gender, race, class and other social stratifiers; discusses contemporary and classical
feminist perspectives; and examines feminist work and activism.
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Senior Courses
Women's Studies 303 H(3-0)
Key Writings in Western Feminism: Wollstonecraft to Davis
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An introduction to the key writings of the most influential theorists in the Western
feminist tradition, from its beginnings in eighteenth and nineteenth century liberalism,
through its suffragist First Wave in the early twentieth century, up to the maturing of its
Second Wave's women's liberation movement in the early 1980's.
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Women's Studies 307 H(3-0)
Contemporary Issues in Feminism
An analysis of some central and contentious issues impacting upon women's lives today.
Topics include violence against women and "victim feminism"; sexual identities and
transgressions; how women are differentially impacted by racism, colonialism, and
economic class.
Prerequisites: Women's Studies 201 or 311, or consent of the Assistant Dean (Student
Affairs).
Note: Third and fourth year students with a relevant background may apply to the
Assistant Dean (Student Affairs) to have the prerequisite waived.
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Women's Studies 311 H(3-0)
Contemporary Feminist Theories
A comprehensive and comparative survey of the theoretical assumptions and the political
stances associated with the main forms of feminist theory today - liberal, radical/cultural,
socialist/Marxist, and postmodern feminisms.
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Women's Studies 321 H(3-0)
Women and Health
An interdisciplinary examination of women's experience of physical and psychological
health and of perceptions and treatment of women within health care systems. The role of
women as health care providers in families and society. Examples will come primarily,
but not exclusively, from the Canadian context.
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Women's Studies 331 H(3-0)
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Women, Work, and the Globalized Economy
Women's domestic labour and "double day"; employment equity; the "feminization of
poverty"; the impact of globalization, post-Fordism, and information-based technologies
on women's labour North and South; sex work and surrogacy in the New World
Economic Order.
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Women's Studies 339 H(3-0)
Gender in Popular Culture
Introduction to the analysis of gender in popular culture, focusing on representations of
gender in North America in the post Second World War period.
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Women's Studies 401 H(3-0)
Special Topics in Women's Studies
An interdisciplinary analysis of topics such as the following: ecofeminism, women's
autobiographical writings, feminist perspectives on technology, women's sexual
identities, women's roles and identities in a cultural context.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Women's Studies 405 H(3S-0)
Seminar in Feminist Praxis
An opportunity to develop practical and political skills by engaging in feminist activism.
Students will be asked to give four to eight hours per month to their chosen activist
endeavours. In-class time will be spent reflecting on these experiences and critically
situating them within the history and perspectives of Western feminist activism.
Prerequisites: Women's Studies 201 or consent of the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
Note: Students entering the Women's Studies Major or Minor program in their third or
fourth year of study may substitute any Women's Studies course for the Women's Studies
201 prerequisite. For further information, contact the Assistant Dean (Student Affairs).
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Women's Studies 431 H(3S-0)
Gender, Bodies, and Knowledge
How do women think about and experience their own bodies in different times and
places? This interdisciplinary analysis will draw from studies in medicine, history,
psychology and feminist theory, and will consider themes like sexuality, reproductivity,
health care, and youth and old age.
Prerequisites: Any Women's Studies course or consent of the Assistant Dean (Student
Affairs).
Note: Third and fourth year students with a relevant background may apply to the
Assistant Dean (Student Affairs) to have the prerequisite waived.
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Women's Studies 501 H(3-0)
Research in Selected Topics
Supervised individual study of a special topic.
Prerequisites: Consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate Programs).
Note: Students should contact the office of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs) prior to the first day of classes to arrange an independent study course.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Women's Studies 591 H(3S-0)
Integrative Seminar
Advanced seminar in which students will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge
of feminist theory and issues to a more in-depth consideration of feminist research
methodology and action.
Prerequisites: Women's Studies 405 or consent of the Associate Dean (Undergraduate
Programs).
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