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Program Requirements
La concentration Majeur en Études sur le Québec a pour but de donner à l'étudiant(e) une connaissance approfondie et multidisciplinaire des réalités du Québec. Les étudiants peuvent intégrer cette spécialisation en complémentarité avec plusieurs disciplines dont l'histoire, la science politique, la langue et littérature françaises ou les études canadiennes. The goal of the Major Concentration Quebec Studies is to give students a comprehensive, multidisciplinary and in depth portrait of Quebec realities. Students are encouraged to complete this program by integrating it with disciplines such as History, Political Science, French Language and Literature, or Canadian Studies.Required Courses / Cours Obligatoires (12 credits)
De façon usuelle, les cours obligatoires (12 crédits) sont complétés selon la séquence suivante : QCST 300 (3 crédits) en U1 et QCST 440 (3 crédits) en U2 et QCST 472D1/D2 (6 crédits) en U3. Les cours complémentaires (24 crédits) peuvent être complétés en U1, U2 ou en U3.
Normally, the required courses (12 credits) are completed in the following order: QCST 300 (3 credits) in U1, QCST 440 (3 credits) in U2, and QCST 472D1/D2 (6 credits) in U3. The complementary courses (24 credits) can be completed in U1, U2, or U3.
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QCST 300 Quebec Culture and Society (3 credits)
Overview
Quebec Studies : A multidisciplinary course that looks at Quebec with an aim of integrating key social, economic, cultural, political and historical aspects.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Rudy, Robert Jarrett (Fall)
Required course for all students in Quebec Studies. Open to all students.
Course cross-listed with HIST 303 in Fall 2011.
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QCST 440 Contemporary Issues in Quebec (3 credits)
Overview
Quebec Studies : A multidisciplinary seminar that looks at a theme or topic concerning Quebec Society with the goal of integrating key social, economical, cultural, political and historic aspects.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Bishop, John (Winter)
Prerequisite(s): QCST 300 or permission of the instructor
Required course for all students in Quebec Studies.
Instruction, discussions, oral presentations and papers can be in French or English
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QCST 472D1 Tutorial/Travaux dirigés (3 credits)
Overview
Quebec Studies : Sous la direction du Directeur du Programme d'études sur le Québec ou d'un professeur, l'étudiant(e) choisit un sujet sur lequel il (elle) travaille pendant une année et rédige un essai d'une cinquantaine de pages. Under the supervision of either the Director of Quebec Studies Program or a professor, the student chooses a topic on which she/he works for a year and then submits an essay of approximately 50 pages.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Obligatoire pour les étudiants(es) inscrit(e)s au concentration majeur en Études sur le Québec.
- Required for U3 students completing a Major Concentration in Quebec Studies.
- Students must register for both QCST 472D1 and QCST 472D2.
- No credit will be given for this course unless both QCST 472D1 and QCST 472D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms
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QCST 472D2 Tutorial/Travaux dirigés (3 credits)
Overview
Quebec Studies : See QCST 472D1 for course description.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: QCST 472D1
- No credit will be given for this course unless both QCST 472D1 and QCST 472D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms
Complementary Courses / Cours Complémentaires (24 credits)
De ces 24 crédits, 12 doivent être des cours provenant du tronc commun ou des cours approuvés par la direction du programme.
3 crédits doivent provenir d'un cours dont la langue d'enseignement est le français et peuvent provenir d'un cours de français langue seconde.
Au moins 12 des 24 crédits complémentaires doivent être du niveau 300 ou supérieur.
Le choix de ces cours se fera en consultation avec le directeur du programme et variera selon le domaine de spécialisation de chaque étudiant(e).
Of these 24 credits, 12 credits must be core courses, or courses approved by the Program Director.
3 credits must be taught in the French language and can be chosen from French as a Second Language course offerings.
At least 12 of the 24 complementary credits must be at the 300 level or above.
The selection of courses will be made in consultation with the Program Director and will vary depending on the major concentration or honours program of each student.
Core Courses / Cours inscrits au tronc commun
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FREN 252 Littérature québécoise (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Introduction à la littérature québécoise des origines à nos jours.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Brissette, Pascal (Fall) Dulude, SĂ©bastien (Winter)
Fall, Winter
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FRSL 216 Découvrons Montréal en français (3 credits)
Overview
French as a Second Language : The course introduces students to various aspects of the French culture of the Montreal area through the exploration of pre-selected sites on the Internet. Students will do research and rallies on-line, followed by evaluated email exchanges, oral discussions, presentations in class, and field trips.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- 3 hours
- Prerequisite: Placement test. Priority given to Freshman students
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HIST 303 History of Quebec (3 credits)
Overview
History : Covering Quebec history from New France to contemporary times, this course will include themes like ethnic relations, citizenship, gender and material culture. It is of particular interest to students in Education who foresee teaching about Quebec.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Rudy, Robert Jarrett (Fall)
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HIST 353 History of Montreal (3 credits)
Overview
History : The history of Montreal from its beginnings to the present day. Montreal's economic, social, cultural and political role within the French and British empires, North America, Canada, and Quebec; the city's linguistic and ethnic diversity.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Rudy, Robert Jarrett (Winter)
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POLI 226 La vie politique québécoise (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : Une introduction à la vie politique québécoise à travers l'étude des institutions, des idéologies et des comportements politiques. Une attention particulière sera accordée à la structure et aux changements dans le système politique québécoise.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Richez, Emmanuelle (Winter)
Restriction: An ability to understand and read French is required; writing and speaking ability are not.
This course is offered in English and French in alternate years. For 2011-12 it will be offered in English.
Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
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POLI 336 Le Québec et le Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : Comment les Canadiens anglais et les Québécois se perçoivent-ils? Les différences culturelles entre les deux groupes. Les relations politiques et économiques entre les deux groupes. L'impact de la Révolution Tranquille. La place des francophones et des anglophones dans la vie collective. Les projets de réaménagement du cadre politique.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Restrictions: An ability to understand and read French is required; writing and speaking ability are not. Not open to students who have taken QCST 336.
- Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
Complementary Course Lists / Listes des cours complémentaires
Anthropology / Anthropologie
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ANTH 317 Prehistory of North America (3 credits)
Overview
Anthropology : Peopling of the New World; cultural adaptations of grasslands, woodland, desert and maritime environments; factors that favoured the shifts in subsistence activities, settlement patterns and social organization.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Fall
- Prerequisites: ANTH 201 or 203 or equivalent.
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ANTH 338 Native Peoples of North America (3 credits)
Overview
Anthropology : Ethnographic survey of Native cultures in North America. Conditions arising from European colonization and their social, economic and political impact. Contemporary situation of indigenous peoples.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- ANTH 436 North American Native Peoples (3 credits)
Canadian Studies / Études sur le Canada
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CANS 200 Introduction to the Study of Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Canadian Studies : An overview of approaches to the study of Canada, including economic, political, historical and cultural dimensions.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Heaman, Elsbeth Anne (Fall)
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CANS 202 Canadian Cultures: Context and Issues (3 credits)
Overview
Canadian Studies : A survey course which traces the history of Canadian cultures from the middle of the 19th century to the present. It surveys the diversity of Canadian cultural identities through literature, drama, art and the mass media. The course features guest lecturers. Some course material will be in French.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Butler, Shelley Ruth (Winter)
Prerequisite: ability to read French
- CANS 304 Nationalism in Canada (3 credits)
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CANS 306 Issues in Native Studies (3 credits)
Overview
Canadian Studies : Past and present achievements and concerns within Native societies across Canada.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Gull, Norman (Winter)
Restriction: Not open to students who have taken Issues in Native Studies as a CANS topics course.
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CANS 413 Canada and Quebec Seminar (3 credits)
Overview
Canadian Studies : Comparison of Canada and Quebec.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisites: Cans 200 or permission of the Instructor
- Note: A reading knowledge of French is required
English / Anglais
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ENGL 413 Special Topics in Canadian Drama and Theatre (3 credits)
Overview
English (Arts) : Advanced study focused on a period or issue in Canadian drama and/or theatre history.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: Students not registered in English programs require permission of instructor.
French Language and Literature / Langue et littérature françaises
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FREN 252 Littérature québécoise (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Introduction à la littérature québécoise des origines à nos jours.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Brissette, Pascal (Fall) Dulude, SĂ©bastien (Winter)
Fall, Winter
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FREN 315 Cinéma québécois (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Étude thématique du cinéma québécois à travers ses principaux films.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Farah, Alain (Winter)
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FREN 329 Civilisation québécoise (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Étude de différents aspects de la société québécoise (économique, politique, social, culturel) de 1867 à aujourd'hui.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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FREN 372 Littérature québécoise 1 (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Étude d'ceuvres, d'auteurs ou de courants de la littérature québécoise des origines à nos jours.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Leclerc, Catherine (Winter)
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FREN 382 Littérature québécoise 2 (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Étude d'oeuvres, d'auteurs ou de courants de la littérature québécoise.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
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FREN 480 Littérature québécoise contemporaine (3 credits)
Overview
French (Arts) : Histoire de la littérature québécois récente ou actuelle. Étude d'oeuvres représentatives.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
French as a Second Language / Français langue seconde
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FRSL 216 Découvrons Montréal en français (3 credits)
Overview
French as a Second Language : The course introduces students to various aspects of the French culture of the Montreal area through the exploration of pre-selected sites on the Internet. Students will do research and rallies on-line, followed by evaluated email exchanges, oral discussions, presentations in class, and field trips.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- 3 hours
- Prerequisite: Placement test. Priority given to Freshman students
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FRSL 326 Découvrons le Québec en français (3 credits)
Overview
French as a Second Language : An introduction to the history and culture of Québec.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- 3 hours
- Prerequisite: Placement test. Priority given to Freshman students
- Course co-listed with Québec Studies.
History / Histoire
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HIST 202 Survey: Canada to 1867 (3 credits)
Overview
History : A survey of early Canada, from periods known mainly through archaeological records to the Confederation era. Social, cultural, economic and political themes will be examined.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Desbarats, Catherine (Fall)
Fall
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HIST 203 Survey: Canada since 1867 (3 credits)
Overview
History : A survey of the development of Canada from Confederation to the present day. Social, economic and political history will be examined in a general way.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Rudy, Robert Jarrett (Winter)
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HIST 303 History of Quebec (3 credits)
Overview
History : Covering Quebec history from New France to contemporary times, this course will include themes like ethnic relations, citizenship, gender and material culture. It is of particular interest to students in Education who foresee teaching about Quebec.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Rudy, Robert Jarrett (Fall)
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HIST 333 Natives and French (3 credits)
Overview
History : Encounters between indigenous peoples and French newcomers in Canada and other parts of North America, 16th - 18th century. Through an examination of exploration, Catholic missions, trade, military alliances and colonization, the course focuses on the motives, outlooks and actions of both natives and Europeans.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: Any course in history or permission of instructor
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HIST 334 History of New France (3 credits)
Overview
History : Social, political, and cultural history of France's ancien régime settlement colonies in North America. Topics include the nature of the absolutist colonial state and French imperialism; society; family; the Church; gender; and religion.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Greer, Allan (Winter)
Prerequisite: Any history course or permission of instructor
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HIST 353 History of Montreal (3 credits)
Overview
History : The history of Montreal from its beginnings to the present day. Montreal's economic, social, cultural and political role within the French and British empires, North America, Canada, and Quebec; the city's linguistic and ethnic diversity.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Rudy, Robert Jarrett (Winter)
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HIST 403 History of Quebec Institutions (3 credits)
Overview
History : Analysis of institutional structures in Quebec with emphasis on the 19th century. Particular attention will be given to legal and property institutions in transition.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: HIST 203 or consent of instructor
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HIST 483D1 History of Montreal (3 credits)
Overview
History
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: HIST 202 and HIST 203 and other courses on French Canada or consent of instructor
- Students must register for both HIST 483D1 and HIST 483D2.
- No credit will be given for this course unless both HIST 483D1 and HIST 483D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms
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HIST 483D2 History of Montreal (3 credits)
Overview
History : See HIST 483D1 for course description.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: HIST 483D1
- No credit will be given for this course unless both HIST 483D1 and HIST 483D2 are successfully completed in consecutive terms
Political Science / Science politique
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POLI 221 Government of Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : An examination of the central governmental institutions, including parliament, federalism, and the judiciary.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Schultz, Richard (Fall)
Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
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POLI 222 Political Process and Behaviour in Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : An introduction to contemporary political life in Canada that examines how demands are identified and transmitted through the political systems. Emphasis will be placed on: the Canadian political culture; socialization and political participation; the electoral system; elections and voting; the role and structure of political parties; and the influence of organized interest.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Scholtz, Christa (Winter)
Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
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POLI 226 La vie politique québécoise (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : Une introduction à la vie politique québécoise à travers l'étude des institutions, des idéologies et des comportements politiques. Une attention particulière sera accordée à la structure et aux changements dans le système politique québécoise.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Richez, Emmanuelle (Winter)
Restriction: An ability to understand and read French is required; writing and speaking ability are not.
This course is offered in English and French in alternate years. For 2011-12 it will be offered in English.
Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
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POLI 336 Le Québec et le Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : Comment les Canadiens anglais et les Québécois se perçoivent-ils? Les différences culturelles entre les deux groupes. Les relations politiques et économiques entre les deux groupes. L'impact de la Révolution Tranquille. La place des francophones et des anglophones dans la vie collective. Les projets de réaménagement du cadre politique.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Restrictions: An ability to understand and read French is required; writing and speaking ability are not. Not open to students who have taken QCST 336.
- Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
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POLI 371 Challenge of Canadian Federalism (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : An analysis of the origins, evolution and nature of federalism in Canada. Topics and themes will include the impact of federalism on political institutions, the effect of different regional perspectives, and the issues and conflicts that currently confront Canadian federalism.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Prerequisite: at least one course in Canadian politics
- Note: The field is Canadian Politics.
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POLI 372 Aboriginal Politics in Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : The relationship of aboriginal politics to larger debates and literatures within political science, such as citizenship theory, federalism, and collective action. Subjects covered include Canada's treaty history, constitutional changes, and aboriginal political development.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Scholtz, Christa (Winter)
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POLI 417 Health Care in Canada (3 credits)
Overview
Political Science : This course analyzes the theory and politics of health policy and institutions, comparing provincial models and contextualizing Canadian systems with international perspectives from the U.S. and Europe. Current health reform debates will be explored, particularly those involving federal-provincial relations, sustainable financing and the role of the state in social protection.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Maioni, Antonia (Winter)
Sociology / Sociologie
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SOCI 230 Sociology of Ethnic Relations (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : An introduction to the sociological study of minority groups in Canada. The course will explore the themes of racism, prejudice, and discrimination, ethnic and racial inequalities, cultural identities, multiculturalism, immigration. Theoretical, empirical, and policy issues will be discussed. While the focus will be primarily on Canada, comparisons will be made with the United States.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Vang, Zoua (Winter)
Prerequisite: SOCI 210 or permission of instructor
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SOCI 475 Canadian Ethnic Studies Seminar (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : An interdisciplinary seminar focusing on current social sciences research and public policies in areas relating to Canadian ethnic studies. Topics will include ethnic and racial inequalities, prejudice and discrimination, ethnic identities and cultural expressions, the structure and organization of minority groups.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
- Restrictions: Open to students following the Minor Concentration in Canadian Ethnic Studies; or to students with at least nine credits, three at the 300 level, in the social sciences; or with permission of instructor. Not open to students who took CANS 404 in 2007-08.
Faculty of Arts—2011-2012 (last updated Jan. 26, 2012) (disclaimer)