ENGL ENGLISH The prerequisite for upper-level courses in English is 3 term-courses of English at the lower level, or unless special permission is obtained from the instructor. Note: See the beginning of the Saint John Courses Section of this calendar for abbreviations, course numbers and coding. ENGL 1001 Introduction to the Study of Literature 3 ch (3C) An introduction to the principles of literary analysis. ENGL 2001 Introduction to Poetry 3 ch (3C) An introduction to poetic forms, language and theme within an historical context. Students will be encouraged to participate in the critical analysis of the poems in the course. There will be a special emphasis on written assignments. ENGL 2002 Introduction to Drama 3 ch (3C) Introduces dramatic genres, language, theoretical approaches and staging within an historical context. Note: this is a course in reading drama and not in acting. There will be a special emphasis on written assignments. ENGL 2003 Introduction to Prose 3 ch (3C) An introduction to the critical analysis of prose - short stories, novellas, novels within an historical context. There will be a special emphasis on written assignments. ENGL 2101 Literature in English I 3 ch (3C) A survey of literature to the end of the 18th Century. Exclusion ENGL 1200. ENGL 2102 Literature in English II 3 ch (3C) A survey of literature in English from 1800 to the present. Exclusion ENGL 1200. ENGL 3004 Malory s Morte D Arthur 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of the Arthuriad of Sir Thomas Malory and some of Malory s source material. ENGL 3007 Chaucer and his Contemporaries 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of the major themes and literary forms of the English Middle Ages, with particular emphasis on the lyric, the Breton Lay, the Romance, and the dream vision. ENGL 3008 Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales 3 ch (3C) A study of Chaucer s major literary achievement and its relevance to the concerns of the 21st century. ENGL 3105 Shakespeare s Earlier Plays 3 ch [W] This course is a study of a selection of Shakespeare's earlier plays (pre-1600) in context. This course will also examine early theatres, genre, and possible dramatizations. ENGL 3106 Shakespeare s Later Plays 3 ch [W] This course is a study of a selection of Shakespeare's later plays (post-1600) in context. This course will also examine early theatres, genre, and possible dramatizations.. ENGL 3107 Renaissance Drama (Non-Shakespearian) 3 ch [W] This course is an introduction of Elizabethan and Jacobean plays in context. This course will also examine early theatres, genre, and possible dramatizations. Page 1 of 5
ENGL 3108 Studies in Early Renaissance Literature 3 ch [W] This course is an introduction to prose and poetry of the early Renaissance (1510-1640), studied in the context of the period s wide-ranging literary, political, religious and social changes. ENGL 3109 Studies in Later Renaissance Literature 3 ch [W] This course is an introduction to prose and poetry of the later Renaissance (1590-1670), studied in the context of the period s wide-ranging literary, political, religious and social changes. ENGL 3203 Restoration and 18th Century Drama 3 ch (3C) [W] Traces British Drama from its bawdy rebirth in 1660, through the sentimental domesticity of the early eighteenth century, to the laughing comedy at the century s end. Also considers the history of the London theatre. ENGL 3204 18th Century Prose and Poetry 3 ch [W] Examines the literature of the 18th century, excluding the drama. ENGL 3205 Prose Narrative Before 1800 3 ch (3S/C) [W] Examines genres of prose narrative through to 1800 with emphasis on the novel. ENGL 3301 Romantic Poetry 3 ch (3C) [W] Studies the major poets of the British Romantic period. ENGL 3302 Romantic Novel 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of the development of the novel in Romantic Britain. Topics studied may include the novel of sensibility, the Gothic novel, the English Jacobin novel, the historical novel, and the national tale. ENGL 3303 Romantic and Victorian Drama 3 ch [W] Explores both the literary and theatrical dimensions of the nineteenth century. Studies closet drama, melodrama, comedy, farce, pantomime, burlesque, extravaganza, and spectacular entertainment. ENGL 3304 Studies in the Romantic Age 3ch (3C) [W] This course will study a selection of texts from the period 1789 to 1832. ENGL 3311 Victorian Poetry 3 ch (3C) [W] Studies the major poets of Victorian Britain. ENGL 3312 Victorian Novel 3 ch (3C) A study of a selection of Victorian novels from the period 1832 to the end of the nineteenth century. ENGL 3313 The Earlier Victorian Age 3 ch (3C) [W] This course will study a selection of texts from the period 1832 to 1870. ENGL 3314 The Later Victorian Age 3 ch (3C) [W] This course will study a selection of texts from the period 1870 to 1901. ENGL 3401 Modern British Poetry 3 ch [W] A study of selected modern poetry. ENGL 3402 Modern British Novel 3 ch [W] A study of selected novels. ENGL 3403 Modern English and Irish Drama 3 ch [W] Deals with the major dramatic developments of this century, beginning with the pioneering efforts of such figures as Galsworthy, Shaw and Yeats, and concluding with the trends of the present day. ENGL 3404 Irish Literature 3 ch [W] A study of the literature of Ireland, excluding drama. Page 2 of 5
ENGL 3405 Studies in Modern British Literature 3 ch [W] A study of selected British short fiction, poetry, essays, and novels of the 20th century. ENGL 3501 Canadian Poetry 3 ch [W] A study of Canadian poetry. ENGL 3502 Canadian Novel 3 ch [W] A study of selected novels. ENGL 3504 Canadian Short Fiction 3 ch [W] A study of selected short fiction. ENGL 3505 Maritime Poetry 3 ch [W] A study of Maritime poetry from its beginnings, with an emphasis on 20th century developments. ENGL 3506 Maritime Fiction 3 ch (3C) [W] An overview of the variety of genres in Maritime fiction. ENGL 3508 Canadian Literature to WWII 3 ch [W] A study of Canadian poetry, short fiction, criticism, and novels written before the Second World War. ENGL 3509 Canadian Literature after WWII 3 ch [W] A study of Canadian short fiction, poetry, novels, and criticism written after World War II. ENGL 3511 American Poetry 3 ch (3C) [W] An overview of modern American poetry. ENGL 3512 American Short Fiction 3 ch (3S) [W] A study of 19th and 20th Century American short fiction. ENGL 3513 American Drama 3 ch (3S) [W] A study of the work of major American playwrights of the 20th Century. ENGL 3514 The 19th Century American Novel 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of the 19th Century American novel. ENGL 3515 20th Century American Novel 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of 20th Century American novels. ENGL 3601 Introduction to Literary Theory 3 ch (3C) [W] A historical survey of literary theory. ENGL 3621 Writing by Women I 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of texts by women in a variety of genres to the mid-eighteenth century. ENGL 3622 Writing by Women II 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of texts by women in a variety of genres since the mid-eighteenth century. ENGL 3631 Studies in Gender and Genre 3 ch [W] Examines the development of masculinities and/or femininities in the context of a particular or several literary genre(s). ENGL 3705 Literature of the West Indies, Africa and India 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of selected literature written in English in the West Indies, Africa and India. ENGL 3706 Experimental Modern Theatre 3 ch (3C) [W] A study of the development of modern and postmodern drama as a series of reactions against realism. Page 3 of 5
ENGL 3709 Children's Literature 3 ch (3C) [W] An overview of children's literature. ENGL 3713 Special Topics 3 ch [W] This course focuses on specialized areas of interest. Pre-requisite: Three term-courses of lower level English. ENGL 3721 Literature of the Fantastic Before the 20th Century 3 ch (3S/C) [W] This course examines the development of fantastic literature from the early modern period to the beginning of the 20th Century. ENGL 3722 Topics in Speculative Fiction 3 ch (3S) [W] This course examines specific themes, movements, and/or authors of science fiction and/or fantasy from the early 20th century. ENGL 3801 From Script to Performance 3 ch (3C) [W] This course integrates the study of drama as literature with the practical elements of theatrical production. ENGL 3802 Reading Film 3 ch [W] This course will explore various ways of analyzing a variety of films. ENGL 3803 American Film 3 ch [W] A study of major trends in American film. ENGL 3812 Postmodern Literature 3 ch [W] Postmodern Literature is a study of the theory behind, and the practise of, postmodern literature. Works from several genres including poetry, prose, drama, and film will be studied. ENGL 3902 Drama Production 3 ch This course runs in cooperation with a local professional theatre company. It will offer students practical experience in a number of back stage elements of theatre production, such as set design and construction, costumes, publicity and program design. Enrollment is limited. Prerequisite: Three lower level term-courses in English and permission of the instructor. ENGL 3903 The Development of Western Drama 3 ch [W] Studies a range of plays to illustrate the development of the dramatic tradition in the western world. ENGL 3913 Writing Poetry I 3 ch [W] A workshop seminar in which a variety of poetic styles and forms are studied and practised: weekly assignments. ENGL 3914 Writing Poetry II (A) 3 ch (WS S) A workshop seminar that provides students with the opportunity to work in traditional poetic forms. This course is an extension of ENGL 3913 Writing Poetry I which will allow students to continue to work in genre of poetry. Prerequisite: ENGL 3913. ENGL 3915 Writing Short Fiction (O) 3 ch (3WS/S) [W] A workshop-seminar in which notable examples of short fiction are studied and the writing of short stories is practised in weekly assignments. ENGL 3916 WRITING FOR THE STAGE OR SCREEN (O) 3 ch (WS/S) A workshop seminar in which either playwriting or screenwriting will be studied and practised. This course will involve prescribed readings, exercises, workshops and discussions. Page 4 of 5
ENGL 4801 Honours Essay: Reading and Research 3 ch [W] This course is devoted to the research portion of the honours project. ENGL 4802 Honours Essay 3 ch [W] An honours essay to be attempted upon completion of ENGL 4801. Prerequisite: ENGL 4801. ENGL 4803 Advanced Seminar I 3 ch A senior seminar in selected topics. ENGL 4804 Advanced Seminar II 3 ch A senior seminar in selected topics. HENG 4000 Joint Honours Thesis 6 ch [W] Honours thesis for Joint Honours Program in English and History. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Joint Honours Program in English and History. Page 5 of 5