History
The list below describes each course we offer, as well as prerequisites (if any) and a few other details. (How to read a course description).
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HIST 100 Introduction to History
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
Examines historical enquiry and methods, reviews basic historical terminology and eras, introduces researching and writing history, and utilizes seminar experiences. While this course serves as an introduction to other history courses, all students will benefit from the critical thinking, writing, research, and oral skills taught.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 102 World Civilizations 1, Pre 1450
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
Students study historical events in a global context, focusing on the evolution of leading civilizations by identifying major stages in their development. The major characteristics and frameworks of the interaction between peoples and societies around the globe are emphasized.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 103 World Civilizations 2, Post 1450
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
Continues the survey initiated in History 102, by bringing it up to the present. Western notions of industry, business, and power emerge to encounter and challenge older cultural traditions. The basis for the global interconnectedness of the 21st century is established.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 104 Modern Middle East
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course is an introduction to the region between the Mediterranean and the Indian subcontinent since 1500 CE, surveying the physical environment and resources, the societies, religions and cultures of the area, the effect of imperialist rule and inter-imperialist conflict there and the popular responses to imperialism.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12; or assessment.
HIST 106 World History (1900-1945)
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
This course examines the growing challenge to European global dominance, even as European economics, politics and culture became entrenched. The emergence of ideologies that shaped the world, including nationalism, anti-imperialism, fascism and communism is studied.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 108 World History (1945-2000)
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course traces the decline of European colonialism and the emergence of neocolonialism. It examines world tensions generated by the Cold War and assesses the collapse of the Soviet bloc. It charts the emergence of the USA as a global economic, political, military and cultural power, and the worldwide response.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 110 Canada Before Confederation
(3 credits) F, W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course examines social, cultural, political and economic developments leading to the creation of Canada. It includes a study of Aboriginal societies, European colonization and its legacy, Aboriginal-European relations, French-English relations and the growing shift in focus from a local to a continental structure.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 112 Canada After Confederation
(3 credits) F, W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course traces social, economic, cultural and political developments within Canada after 1867. It includes a study of foreign and economic policies, racial/ethnic and class relations and tensions, changing gender roles, industrialization and reform, regionalism and nationalism.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 120 Europe from 1500-1789
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
Surveys Europe from 1500 to 1789, tracing the development of intellectual, political, scientific, religious, economic and social foundations of modern Europe. It traces the growth of cities and nation-states; the emergence of intellectual and religious systems (and their challenges) and globalization; and the nature and impact of technology.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 122 Europe: 1789 to Present
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course examines the creation of the contemporary European economic, political, cultural and social conditions, focusing in particular on nationalism, revolution and counter-revolution, war, and the development of capitalism and its attendant class structure. Changes in everyday life, gender roles and relations, and cultural manifestations are also studied.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): "C+" in English 12, or EFP 12; or "C" in ENGL 092 and ENGL 094; or ENGL 092 and ENGL 096; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 104; or ENGL 103 and ENGL 106; or ENGL 140; or ELD 092 and ELD 094; or ELD 097; or assessment.
HIST 202 Russia & the CIS
(3 credits) F-alt. years (2,1,0,0,0)
Introduces the history of Russia and of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) since the beginning of the 19th century, and covers such topics as cultural and economic achievements, geopolitics, the reign of the Romanov Tsars, the rise and collapse of the Soviet Union, and post-soviet uncertainty.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 204 Canadian Women: 1600-1920
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
This course examines Canadian women's historical experience prior to 1920. Themes include: women's roles in the family, paid and unpaid work, sexuality and reproduction, religion, social reform, women's legal and political status, and the impact of industrialization.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 206 Canadian Women: 1916-Present
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course examines Canadian women's historical experience after 1916. Themes include: political culture, law, paid and unpaid work, sexuality, social reform and changes and continuities regarding the status of women. HIST 204 is highly recommended for preparation to HIST 206.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 214 BC History
(3 credits) F-alt. years, W (2,1,0,0,0)
Studies the post-European contact segment of BC history, beginning with the fur trade and ending with the present. Major themes include the fur trade, colonial period, economic development, racism, Aboriginal relations, political polarization, and BC in Confederation.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 230 United States History to 1865
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
After contrasting native and European backgrounds to settlement in North America, this course examines the cultural, philosophical/religious, imperial, and socio-economic factors leading to the emergence of the United States as a nation-state. Topics include: First Nations, Puritanism, British imperialism, American Revolution, slavery and revivalism.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 232 USA: Since the Civil War
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
A broad overview of the 20th century, showing the emergence of the US as the world's sole superpower. Topics include Aboriginals, Puritanism, British imperialism, American Revolution, slavery and revivalism.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 250 History of Human Rights
(3 credits) F (2,1,0,0,0)
A survey of the development of the concept and practice of human rights over the past three centuries as this has occurred in several countries, mostly European and North American. Examines the principles and practice of democracy, especially with regard to relations between state and citizen, majority and minorities.
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Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 252 History of Sport
(3 credits) W (2,1,0,0,0)
This course examines the critical themes, events and issues in the development of modern sport from the early Greeks to the present and covers topics such as the relationship between sports and politics, technology, science and business. It explores the issues of class, ethnicity and gender in sports.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
HIST 290 Special Topics in History
(3 credits) (2,1,0,0,0)
This course is an introduction to selected topics or problems in history. The topics may vary from term to term, focusing on a particular period, topic or genre of history. They will include, but are not limited to, regional, national, international, gender or class studies.
To find where this course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150.
