ENGL 102 - Introduction to Critical Analysis

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, VARIABLE)

Introduces methods of critical analysis through a range of literature written in English, broadly conceived, from different historical periods and cultural locations. Note: Not to be taken by students with 6 units in approved junior English.

INT D 137 - Academic and Intercultural Communications

3 units (fi 6)(EITH/SP/SU, 6-0-0)

This course is designed to support international undergraduate students to transition and succeed in a research-intensive Canadian university. Class sizes are small, and many tasks are completed in class to provide maximum instructor feedback. The course focuses on building the skills and strategies necessary to be successful in your first year: completing first-year writing tasks; understanding applied critical thinking and analysis; managing academic integrity; delivering effective presentations; learning how to use Learning Management Systems (LMS) and online technologies; accessing campus resources; understanding equity, diversity and inclusion, and Indigenous initiatives on campus; gaining familiarity with Canadian classroom expectations, time management, and learning how to ethically use online tools for self-editing; and taking part in project-based collaboration. All the skills necessary for you to be successful in your first year. Note: not open to students who have received credit in INT D 138.

POLSH 111 - Beginners' Polish I

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-2)

Intended for students with no previous knowledge of the language and designed to develop basic skills: listening, reading, speaking, writing, and intercultural competence. Note: not to be taken by students with native or near native proficiency, or with Polish 30 or its equivalents in Canada and other countries.

POLSH 211 - Second-Year Polish I

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 4-0-0)

Intermediate grammar, composition, and oral practice based on selected texts of Polish classical and contemporary literature. Prerequisite: POLSH 112 or consent of Department. Note: not to be taken by students with credit in POLSH 201 or 202.