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Introduction to Traditional Asia

ASIA 100

song-jee-yeon

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

A survey of the histories and cultures of Asia before 1600 and the coming of the Europeans. Emphasis will be given to parallel themes in the development of the civilizations of South, Southeast and East Asia.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture			Song, Jee-yeon		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Introduction to Religions in Asia

ASIA 110

shooklyn-samuel

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A survey of religious traditions of Asia, including communities, professionals, practices and beliefs of small-scale and large-scale societies. Approaches and theories drawn from the field of religious studies.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Shooklyn, Samuel		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Introduction to Religions in Asia

ASIA 110

main-jessica

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture			Main, Jessica		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Cultural Foundations of East Asia

ASIA 200

yao-jiaqi

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A comparative survey of the beliefs, assumptions and values which have shaped the civilizations of East Asia in both traditional and modern times.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T	18:00 - 20:00	Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Cultural Foundations of East Asia

ASIA 200

guo-weiting

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

A comparative survey of the beliefs, assumptions and values which have shaped the civilizations of East Asia in both traditional and modern times.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	M	14:00 - 17:00	Guo, Weiting		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Traditions of Yoga

ASIA 210

sathaye-adheesh

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Philosophical, religious, and cultural development of yoga in classical and medieval South Asia and its relation to contemporary globalized practice.

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Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

021

Hybrid

Lecture

W, F

15:00 - 16:00

Sathaye, Adheesh

Public Notes

Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous hybrid course. Students are expected to meet on the days and times listed, either in-person or online based on the schedule set by the instructor. Specifically, this course will take place as follows: Wed (3-5 PM) in-person, Fri (3-4 PM) on Zoom.

Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website.

Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Term	Day	Time
2	W	15:00 - 17:00
2	F	15:00 - 16:00

Sex, Sexual Ethics, and Asian Religions

ASIA 211

shooklyn-samuel

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sex and sexual ethics in the scriptures, monastic rules, rituals, and narratives of Asian religions, such as Sikhism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture			Shooklyn, Samuel		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Writing About Japan

ASIA 212

blum-haley

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Literary, historiographic, religious, and feminist approaches to Japanese myths, legal tracts, religious tales, fiction, and poetry.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture	W, F	11:00 - 13:00	Blum, Haley		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Writing About Japan

ASIA 212

burk-stefania blum-haley

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Literary, historiographic, religious, and feminist approaches to Japanese myths, legal tracts, religious tales, fiction, and poetry.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Burk, Stefania		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Blum, Haley		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Introduction to Buddhism

ASIA 250

shooklyn-samuel

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Origins, basic teachings, development of Theravada, Mahayana, and Tantric traditions, historical spread first through Asia and later the world, and Buddhism in contemporary societies.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture			Shooklyn, Samuel		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Introduction to Buddhism

ASIA 250

shooklyn-samuel

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Origins, basic teachings, development of Theravada, Mahayana, and Tantric traditions, historical spread first through Asia and later the world, and Buddhism in contemporary societies.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
021	2	Online	Lecture			Shooklyn, Samuel	Public Notes Delivery Mode -  This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
011	1	Online	Lecture			Shooklyn, Samuel	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
022	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Religion in South Asia

ASIA 258

um-janet

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The major religious traditions of South Asia, including Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and Buddhism; the significance of religious thought and practice in premodern India, as well as the continuing impact of religion in today's globalized South Asia.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Um, Janet		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Buddhism in the Modern Era

ASIA 301

main-jessica

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Buddhism from the nineteenth century to present day with special emphasis on its history and character in local settings, including specific traditions such as Tibetan Nyingma and Japanese Zen, as well as the development of a modern and global Buddhism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	Th	14:00 - 17:00	Main, Jessica		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Mahayana Buddhism

ASIA 303

main-jessica

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Historical and philosophical development of Mahayana Buddhism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	Th	14:00 - 17:00	Main, Jessica		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Asian Horror Cinema: National Nightmares and Specters of Trauma

ASIA 305

yeo-su-anne

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Engaging with the ideologies, industrial histories, socio-cultural contexts, and aesthetics of horror films - and the genre itself - from various Asian cinemas.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 16:00	Yeo, Su-anne		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Asian Horror Cinema: National Nightmares and Specters of Trauma

ASIA 305

song-jee-yeon

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Engaging with the ideologies, industrial histories, socio-cultural contexts, and aesthetics of horror films - and the genre itself - from various Asian cinemas.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture			Song, Jee-yeon		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Myth, Ritual and Epic in Ancient India

ASIA 308

sathaye-adheesh

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Myths of creation Gods and goddesses of the Vedic pantheon. Connections with myths in other parts of the world, particularly in the Indo-European tradition. Literary representations of the myths.

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Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

011

Hybrid

Lecture

W, F

15:00 - 16:00

Sathaye, Adheesh

Public Notes

Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website.

Term	Day	Time
1	W	15:30 - 17:30
1	F	15:00 - 16:00

Tibetan Buddhism

ASIA 311

shakya-tsering

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Religious terrain of the Tibetan cultural realm, looking at the history and development of Tibetan Buddhism and key ideas of the four main Tibetan Buddhist traditions.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	09:30 - 11:00	Shakya, Tsering		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Tibetan and Himalayan Culture and Society

ASIA 313

shakya-tsering

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History and culture of the Himalayan regions, including India, China, Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	09:30 - 11:00	Shakya, Tsering		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Premodern Japan

ASIA 314

orihara-minami

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Japanese history (political, economic, social and cultural) to 1600.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	W, F	12:30 - 14:00	Orihara, Minami		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Japan from Feudal to Modern State

ASIA 315

hur-nam-lin

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Japanese history from 1600 to the Meiji Restoration. Political, economic, social and cultural forces which were involved in transforming Japan.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Hybrid	Lecture	T	10:00 - 13:00	Hur, Nam-lin		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Japan from Feudal to Modern State

ASIA 315

orihara-minami

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Japanese history from 1600 to the Meiji Restoration. Political, economic, social and cultural forces which were involved in transforming Japan.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	W, F	12:30 - 14:00	Orihara, Minami		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Contemporary Chinese Popular Cultures

ASIA 319

yao-jiaqi

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Chinese popular cultures of the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries, in relation to social changes, national policies, individual choices, everyday experience, and globalization.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture			Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
021	2	Online	Lecture			Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of Early China

ASIA 320

ashton-clayton yin-shoufu

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

History of China from the earliest times to the disintegration of the Tang empire. Students will acquire the analytical skills and tools to understand the origins and foundations of Chinese society. Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 320 or HIST_V 378. Equivalency: HIST_V 378.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	F	12:30 - 14:00	Ashton, Clayton		Public Notes Delivery Mode -  This course is fully online and includes a mixture of synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous contents. Synchronous meetings are recorded, and so students have the option to take the course entirely asynchronously. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Yin, Shoufu		Public Notes This section is crosslisted with HIST_V 378-101. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in HIST_V 378-101 instead.

History of Cantonese Worlds

ASIA 323

tong-clement

2026 SummerCredits: 3

The history, culture, languages, and identities of the multi-faceted Cantonese worlds, in the context of Chinese history and the Cantonese diaspora. Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 323 or HIST_V 377. Equivalency: HIST_V 377.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture			Tong, Clement		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of Cantonese Worlds

ASIA 323

tong-clement

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture			Tong, Clement		Public Notes This course is crosslisted with HIST_V 377-201. If this section is full, please register yourself in HIST_V 377-201.

Literature of Hong Kong

ASIA 324

wu-helena

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

A survey of the literature of Hong Kong, from classical times to the present. Important periods in literary history (imperial, colonial, post-colonial), major authors (locals, visitors, and writers elsewhere), and important genres, including poetry, essays, and fiction.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T	14:00 - 17:00	Wu, Helena		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Hong Kong Cinema

ASIA 325

wu-helena yeo-su-anne

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

A survey of the cinema of Hong Kong from the post-war period to the present. The influence of Hong Kong on global cinema, and the forces (artists, studios, audiences, etc.) that have given rise to filmmaking styles and genres perceived as distinctively Hong Kong.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Hybrid	Lecture	T	14:00 - 17:00	Wu, Helena		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
011	1	Hybrid	Lecture	F	12:00 - 15:30	Yeo, Su-anne		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Critical Approaches to Manga and Anime

ASIA 326

yamamoto-ai blum-haley suzuki-saeko

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A critical introduction to Japanese manga and anime in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Sections (3)

Section	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
951	Online	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Yamamoto, Ai	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
921	Online	Lecture	W, F	11:00 - 13:00	Blum, Haley	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
952	Online	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Suzuki, Saeko	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Critical Approaches to Manga and Anime

ASIA 326

blum-haley suzuki-saeko yamamoto-ai iwasaki-shota

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

A critical introduction to Japanese manga and anime in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Sections (6)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
012	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, F	12:30 - 14:00	Blum, Haley	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, F	09:30 - 11:00	Blum, Haley	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
022	2	Hybrid	Lecture	F	12:30 - 14:00	Suzuki, Saeko	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
023	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Blum, Haley	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
021	2	Online	Lecture	M	09:30 - 11:00	Yamamoto, Ai	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
013	1	In-Person	Lecture	F	13:00 - 16:00	Iwasaki, Shota	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Korean Popular Music in Context

ASIA 327

jo-hyejin

2026 SummerCredits: 3

History, contexts, and the genres of Korean popular music. Students will analyze specific artists and songs using a range of approaches. While an understanding of basic concepts of music will be helpful, no previous exposure to ethnomusicology or music performance is required.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Jo, Hyejin		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
951		Online	Lecture			Jo, Hyejin		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Korean Popular Music in Context

ASIA 327

lynn-hyung-gu kim-jinsung jo-hyejin song-jee-yeon

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Sections (6)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
011	1	Online	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Lynn, Hyung Gu	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
021	2	Online	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Lynn, Hyung Gu	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
012	1	Online	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Lynn, Hyung Gu	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
013	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Kim, Jinsung	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
023	2	Online	Lecture			Jo, Hyejin	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
022	2	Online	Lecture			Song, Jee-yeon	Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Islam

ASIA 328

ahmed-rumee

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History, culture, values, and sociopolitical movements of the Islamic world from 1500 to the modern day; interconnections between power, politics, gender, and the arts in modern Islamic societies. Recommended as a basis for all other Islamic studies courses.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Hybrid	Lecture	M	10:00 - 12:00	Ahmed, Rumee		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous hybrid course. Students are expected to meet on the days and times listed, either in-person or online based on the schedule set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Islam in South Asia (750-1750)

ASIA 331

siddiqui-hasan-zahid

2026 SummerCredits: 3

The history of Islam in South Asia beginning with the first Indo-Islamic interactions, the crystallization of Sufi traditions and sultanates, through the rise of European colonialism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	13:00 - 15:00	Siddiqui, Hasan Zahid		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Confucianism in China and Beyond: Reinventions of Tradition

ASIA 332

rusk-bruce

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Key ideas and trends in Confucian thought and practice from its origins to modern times through primary sources in translation and secondary scholarship.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Rusk, Bruce		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Contemporary South Asian Gender and Sexuality Studies

ASIA 333

thobani-sunera

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Main theories and key concepts with a particular focus on the changing status of women, and gender and sexual minorities.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	M	09:30 - 11:00	Thobani, Sunera		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

India in the Age of Empire and Revolution

ASIA 338

siddiqui-hasan-zahid

2026 SummerCredits: 3

History of India from the rise of the British East India Company to the beginnings of Indian nationalism and anti-colonial rebellion in the 19thcentury.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T, Th	13:00 - 15:00	Siddiqui, Hasan Zahid		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of Later Imperial China

ASIA 340

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History of China from the end of Tang to the eve of its modern transformation. Students will acquire the analytical skills and tools to understand the political, socio-economic, and cultural changes in imperial China. Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 340 or HIST_V 379. Equivalency: HIST_V 379.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30			Public Notes If seats are no longer available in this section, please check HIST_V 379-201.

Chinese Film Classics

ASIA 345

rea-christopher

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Introduction to and analysis of artistically significant films made in mainland China during the first half century of Chinese film history.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	09:00 - 10:30	Rea, Christopher		Public Notes This fully online course focuses on the artistry and history of Chinese cinema up to 1949. Required synchronous sessions are held for 90 minutes beginning at 9:00am Pacific Daylight Time, twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesdays, and include some graded synchronous assignments. Most of the coursework, including online film screenings, readings, essays, and other assessments, is asynchronous. No previous knowledge of Chinese language or history is required.

Poetic Life in Classical India

ASIA 348

sathaye-adheesh

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Cultural explorations in the poetry, theatre, and ornate prose writings of India in the classical period (c. 300-1300 CE).

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture			Sathaye, Adheesh		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Poetic Life in Classical India

ASIA 348

sathaye-adheesh

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Cultural explorations in the poetry, theatre, and ornate prose writings of India in the classical period (c. 300-1300 CE).

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	Th	15:00 - 17:00	Sathaye, Adheesh		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Chinese Fiction in Translation

ASIA 351

jiang-hanyang

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Reading of selected novels and stories written between 1750 and the present.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T, Th	18:00 - 21:00	Jiang, Hanyang		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Chinese Fiction in Translation

ASIA 351

yao-jiaqi

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Reading of selected novels and stories written between 1750 and the present.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00			Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Introduction to Hindi Film

ASIA 353

ahmed-tanzoom

2026 SummerCredits: 3

History, aesthetics, politics, and social roles of Bollywood films. Films will be subtitled.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	11:30 - 13:00	Ahmed, Tanzoom		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Introduction to Hindi Film

ASIA 353

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History, aesthetics, politics, and social roles of Bollywood films. Films will be subtitled.

Sections (1)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

021

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

14:00 - 15:00

Public Notes

Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete.

Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website

Term	Day	Time
2	T	14:00 - 17:00
2	Th	14:00 - 15:00

Introduction to Japanese Cinema

ASIA 354

laird-colleen

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Students will be introduced to the work of the major directors (e.g., Ozu, Mizoguchi, Kurosawa, Itami, Oshima, Shinoda). Ideological uses of literary texts and period pieces (e.g., Ugetsu, Life of Oharu, Double Suicide). Impact of depiction of Japanese in American film.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	W	17:00 - 20:00	Laird, Colleen		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of Chinese Cinema

ASIA 355

rea-christopher tong-clement

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Introduction to the work of major directors.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	13:00 - 14:30	Rea, Christopher		Public Notes This fully online course focuses on the history of Chinese cinema from its beginnings in the 1890s up to the 2020s. Required synchronous sessions are held for 90 minutes beginning at 1:00pm Pacific Daylight Time, twice a week, on Mondays and Wednesdays, and include some graded synchronous assignments. Most of the coursework, including online film screenings, readings, essays, and other assessments, is asynchronous. No previous knowledge of Chinese language or history is required.
951		Online	Lecture			Tong, Clement		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of Chinese Cinema

ASIA 355

yao-jiaqi

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Introduction to the work of major directors.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	16:00 - 18:00	Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
011	1	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	16:00 - 18:00	Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Korean Cinema

ASIA 356

song-jee-yeon

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Introduction to the work of the major film makers.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Song, Jee-yeon		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Korean Cinema

ASIA 356

song-jee-yeon

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Introduction to the work of the major film makers.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	M, W	10:00 - 12:00	Song, Jee-yeon		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Korean Literature in Translation

ASIA 357

fulton-bruce

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected fiction and poetry written between 1917 and the present.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Fulton, Bruce		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Fiction and Film from Modern Taiwan

ASIA 363

yao-jiaqi

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

A reading-intensive survey of literary and cinematic culture in Taiwan since the early 20th century: colonialism, the national divide, nativism, trauma, cosmopolitanism, and utopian imaginings.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00			Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Japanese Literature in Translation - Modern Japanese Literature in Translation

ASIA 364A

iwasaki-shota

2026 SummerCredits: 3

An introduction to the literature and cultural history of modern Japan, with readings drawn from various literary genres, from 1868 to the present.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_951		In-Person	Lecture	T, F	13:00 - 16:00	Iwasaki, Shota		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Japanese Literature in Translation - Modern Japanese Literature in Translation

ASIA 364A

iwasaki-shota

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

An introduction to the literature and cultural history of modern Japan, with readings drawn from various literary genres, from 1868 to the present.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_021	2	In-Person	Lecture	Th	15:00 - 18:00	Iwasaki, Shota		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Punjabi Cinema

ASIA 365

sunar-kiran

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Punjabi culture, history, and social values through films. The class includes film viewings and seminar discussions. Films will be subtitled.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture	M, W	17:00 - 19:00	Sunar, Kiran		Public Notes Additional Course Notes -  This course offers a historical introduction to Punjabi cinema from the advent of South Asian cinema to the present. It reveals the existence of multiple “Punjabi cinemas” defined by intersections of geography and time (e.g., pre-partition India, India (East Punjab), Pakistan (West Punjab), and Punjabi diasporas (Canada, UK, Delhi, and beyond), intersections of language (e.g., Punjabi, Urdu, Hindi, and English), artist (e.g., actors, directors, cinematographers), audience, industry, and government. Students will learn about Punjabi culture, history, and social values through Punjabi films. The class will consist of film viewings (asynchronous to be completed by students throughout the week) and lectures and seminar discussions (synchronous on Zoom at set times). All films will be available online and screened in Punjabi with English subtitles. In addition to learning about Punjabi history and culture through film, students will learn how to apply basic concepts of film criticism. No knowledge of film studies or Punjabi required. Delivery Mode -  This class is a mixed online course. It will consist of asynchronous film viewings and group work combined with synchronous seminar discussions. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. An abridged sample syllabus for this course is available on the Asian Studies website. Waitlist Policy -  All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the Friday before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Topics in Asian Studies - IRN WOMEN WR-ART

ASIA 366A

abedinifard-mostafa

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Thematically-organized topics in Asian literature, history, visual culture, religion, or communities. Topics vary from section to section. Consult Department for current offerings.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_921		Online	Lecture	M, W	09:30 - 10:30	Abedinifard, Mostafa		Public Notes This offering of ASIA 366 (i.e., 366A) focuses specifically on Modern Iranian Women Writers and Artists. Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online (hybrid) course with synchronous sessions that are recorded. Students may participate either synchronously via Zoom on the scheduled days and times or asynchronously by viewing recorded lectures and completing course requirements within the stated deadlines.

Topics in Asian Studies - Queer/Early/Asias

ASIA 366C

sunar-kiran

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Thematically-organized topics in Asian literature, history, visual culture, religion, or communities. Topics vary from section to section. Consult Department for current offerings.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Sunar, Kiran		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Topics in Asian Studies - Buddhist Narratives in South Asia

ASIA 366F

um-janet

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Thematically-organized topics in Asian literature, history, visual culture, religion, or communities. Topics vary from section to section. Consult Department for current offerings.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
F_021	2	Online	Lecture	M, W	17:00 - 18:30	Um, Janet		Public Notes Topic: Buddhism in South Asia. This course explores the roots of Buddhism from the birth of the Bodhisattva to Buddhism in modern-day India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Topics in Asian Studies - Punjab Sound Cultures

ASIA 366G

sunar-kiran

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Thematically-organized topics in Asian literature, history, visual culture, religion, or communities. Topics vary from section to section. Consult Department for current offerings.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
G_021	2	Hybrid	Lecture	W, F	12:30 - 14:00	Sunar, Kiran		Public Notes Study of sound cultures and several musical genres of the Punjab region, including the Punjabi diaspora and east and west Punjab as well as their social, religious (Sikh, Muslim, and Hindu), and political contexts. Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous hybrid course. Students are expected to meet on the days and times listed, either in-person or online based on the schedule set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Contemporary Korean Culture

ASIA 367

vermette-kyrie

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

An introduction to the literature, drama, music, and art of Korea today. Particular attention will be paid to the continuing influence of traditional themes and forms.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, F	12:30 - 14:00	Vermette, Kyrie		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

The Sanskrit Cosmopolis: India and the World, 200-1500 CE

ASIA 370

um-janet

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Languages, religions, art forms, and political structures of Asian societies shaped by creative encounters with Sanskrit.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	M, W	17:00 - 18:30	Um, Janet		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Foundations of Chinese Thought

ASIA 371

slingerland-edward ashton-clayton

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Early (pre 221 BCE) Chinese thought (Confucianism, Daoism, Mohism, Legalism), its contemporary implications, and the role of philosophy and religion in human flourishing./Credit will only be granted for one of PHIL 371 or ASIA 371. Equivalency: PHIL371

Sections (4)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
001	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	09:00 - 10:00	Slingerland, Edward	Public Notes This section is crosslisted with PHIL_V 371-001. Please register in that section instead.
003	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Slingerland, Edward	Public Notes This section is crosslisted with PHIL_V 371-003. Please register in that section instead.
002	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Slingerland, Edward	Public Notes This section is crosslisted with PHIL_V 371-002. Please register in that section instead.
011	1	Online	Lecture	W	14:00 - 15:30	Ashton, Clayton	Public Notes Delivery Mode -This course is fully online and includes a mixture of synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous contents. Synchronous meetings are recorded, and so students have the option to take the course entirely asynchronously. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Development of Traditional Chinese Thought

ASIA 372

ashton-clayton

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Chinese thought from the Han dynasty (206 BCE to 220 CE) to Wang Yangming (1472-1529) in its historical and cultural contexts.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	F	15:30 - 17:00	Ashton, Clayton		Public Notes Delivery Mode -This course is fully online and includes a mixture of synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous contents. Synchronous meetings are recorded, and so students have the option to take the course entirely asynchronously. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of Hong Kong

ASIA 373

shin-leo

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History, culture, and identities of Hong Kong from the early 1800s to the present. Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 373 or HIST_V 373. Equivalency: HIST_V 373.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Shin, Leo		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Global Chinese Cinemas

ASIA 375

tong-clement

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A survey of Chinese cinemas in global perspective, covering films, filmmakers, producers, audiences, markets, industries, and critical discourse since the early twentieth century. Covers both cinematic culture and filmmaking technique.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Tong, Clement		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Global Chinese Cinemas

ASIA 375

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture					Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
011	1	Online	Lecture					Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Philosophical Wisdom of Early India

ASIA 378

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Epistemological and ontological thought from the Vedic period to the period of the rise of philosophical schools or systems Philosophy in the Mahabharata, Gita; early Buddhist and Jain views on knowledge and reality; views on language. Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 378 or PHIL_V 378. Equivalency: PHIL_V 378.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
001	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30			Public Notes This section is crosslisted with PHIL_V 378-001. Please register in that section instead.

The Persian Book of Kings

ASIA 379

hoffmann-alexandra

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The Persian Shahnameh (the Book of Kings) and its context in Iranian myth and history. Analysis of the poem through lenses of gender and sexuality, race/ethnicity, and religion.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	F	10:00 - 13:00	Hoffmann, Alexandra		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Buddhism in China

ASIA 382

ashton-clayton

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History, thought, and practices of Chinese Buddhism from its beginnings until the twentieth century.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	F	12:30 - 14:00	Ashton, Clayton		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This course is fully online and includes a mixture of synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous contents. Synchronous meetings are recorded, and so students have the option to take the course entirely asynchronously. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Korean History Through Film

ASIA 383

an-ji-yoon

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Modern Korea's historic moments through a cultural lens. Examines how film as cultural product reflects, challenges, and distorts history. Emphasis on formations of gender, class, and national identities.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture	T, Th	10:00 - 13:00	An, Ji-yoon		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Chan/Zen Buddhism: Doctrine and Practice

ASIA 385

ashton-clayton

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history, doctrines, and practices of Chan Buddhism, particularly the profound influence of Chan Buddhism on various aspects of East Asian culture.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	F	15:30 - 17:00	Ashton, Clayton		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This course is fully online and includes a mixture of synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous contents. Synchronous meetings are recorded, and so students have the option to take the course entirely asynchronously. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Chinese Grammar and Usage I

ASIA 386

doherty-liam

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Analysis of modern Chinese grammar and its usage in various discourses, situating its form and function in relation to social and cultural contexts. Recommended pre-requisites: One of CHIN 207, CHIN 337, CHIN 208, CHIN 338, CHIN 217, CHIN 347, CHIN 218, CHIN 348, or a higher level of Chinese language proficiency.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Doherty, Liam		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Japanese Religions

ASIA 387

hur-nam-lin

2026 SummerCredits: 3

An introduction to traditional Japanese religions including Shinto, Buddhism, Shugendo, Confucianism, new religions and folklore, and their roles in Japanese history, culture and society.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Hybrid	Lecture	Th	10:00 - 13:00	Hur, Nam-lin		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of the Indian Ocean World

ASIA 390

prange-sebastian

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Societies and empires shaped by voyages of exploration, religious pilgrimages, trading diasporas and forced migration in the world of the Indian Ocean.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Prange, Sebastian		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History of the Indian Ocean World

ASIA 390

prange-sebastian

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Societies and empires shaped by voyages of exploration, religious pilgrimages, trading diasporas and forced migration in the world of the Indian Ocean.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	12:30 - 14:00	Prange, Sebastian		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Classical Persian Literature in English Translation

ASIA 392

hoffmann-alexandra

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Works of classical Persian literature dating from the tenth to the seventeenth century.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	18:00 - 19:30	Hoffmann, Alexandra		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Persian Literature

ASIA 395

abedinifard-mostafa

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Modern Persian literature, including fiction, drama, and/or poetry, of Iran, Afghanistan, and/or Tajikistan dating from the mid-19th to the 21st century (in English translation).

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	08:00 - 09:30	Abedinifard, Mostafa		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online (hybrid) course with synchronous sessions that are recorded. Students may participate either synchronously via Zoom on the scheduled days and times or asynchronously by viewing recorded lectures and completing course requirements within the stated deadlines. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Chinese Grammar and Usage II

ASIA 396

doherty-liam

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Analysis of modern Chinese grammar and its usage in various discourses, situating its form and function in relation to social and cultural contexts. Continuation of ASIA 386. Recommended pre-requisite: ASIA 386 or higher level of Chinese language proficiency.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Doherty, Liam		Public Notes Delivery Mode -  This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Narrative Literature in Premodern India

ASIA 398

um-janet

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Stories of gods, goddesses and religious heroes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, Puranas, Avadanas and in classical poetry and drama.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	W, F	09:30 - 11:00	Um, Janet		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Films of the South Asian Diaspora

ASIA 399

thobani-sunera

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Contemporary films of the South Asian Diaspora, with a focus on Canada, US, and UK. Emphasizes theories of representation, visual and cultural analysis.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	M	15:30 - 17:00	Thobani, Sunera		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Chinese Political Thought and Institutions

ASIA 411

guo-weiting

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Chinese theories and practices of government and administration from earliest times to 1949.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Guo, Weiting		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Chinese Political Thought and Institutions

ASIA 411

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Chinese theories and practices of government and administration from earliest times to 1949.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00			Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Pre-Modern Chinese Poetry (Pre-Qin to Tang)

ASIA 412

duffy-kay

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Features and evolution of major pre-Chinese poetry from the 11th century B.C.E. to the 10th century C.E.; analytical reading of signature poems by selected poets in English translation in the pre-modern Chinese poetic tradition during this historical period.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Duffy, Kay		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Pre-Modern Chinese Poetry (Tang to Qing)

ASIA 413

duffy-kay

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The features and evolution of pre-Chinese poetry from the 10th century to the 19th century; analytical reading of signature poems by selected poets in English translation in the pre-modern Chinese poetic tradition during this historical period.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Duffy, Kay		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Economic History of India

ASIA 419

prange-sebastian

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Examines the material foundations of Indian history. Considers India's place in the premodern world, different phases of globalization, processes and legacies of European colonial rule, and the development of India's modern economy.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture			Prange, Sebastian		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Economic History of India

ASIA 419

prange-sebastian

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture			Prange, Sebastian		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Mughal India

ASIA 428

naqvi-naveena

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History of the politics, economy, society, and culture of South Asia from the Great Mughals to the British conquest.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Naqvi, Naveena		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Representations of Muslims in Hindi/Urdu Films

ASIA 433

thobani-sunera

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Depictions of Muslims in relation to the majoritarian community as well as other minorities in South Asian cinema, with a particular focus on the Hindi/Urdu film industry. Prerequisite: Second-year standing and above.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	Online	Lecture	M	12:30 - 14:00	Thobani, Sunera		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course, it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Topics in Modern Japanese Fiction and Cultural History - Topics in Modern Japanese Fiction and Cultural History

ASIA 444A

blum-haley

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Focuses on a limited time period or particular aspect of modern Japanese literature.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_021	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Blum, Haley		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Topics in Modern Japanese Fiction and Cultural History - Topics in Modern Japanese Fiction and Cultural History

ASIA 444B

laffin-christina

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Focuses on a limited time period or particular aspect of modern Japanese literature.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_021	2	In-Person	Lecture	W	14:00 - 17:00	Laffin, Christina		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Modern Chinese Authors in Translation

ASIA 451

rea-christopher

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Study of one influential modern Chinese author, such as Lu Xun, Shen Congwen, Eileen Chang, Yu Hua, Mo Yan, or Wang Anyi. Restricted to fourth-year Asian Studies majors.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Hybrid	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Rea, Christopher		Public Notes Research Course Policy - This course section is restricted to students who have not already completed their 3-credit research course requirement. Students who have previously taken a Research Course may be removed from the course by the department. For more information, please see our Research Course Guidelines. Delivery Mode - This is a mixed hybrid course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Literature of the Korean Diaspora

ASIA 452

fulton-bruce

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

A survey of literature, in translation, from the Korean diaspora, focusing on writing by ethnic Koreans in North America, Europe, and Japan. Recommended pre-requisites: one of ASIA 347, ASIA 357, ASIA 447, ASIA 457.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T	18:00 - 21:00	Fulton, Bruce		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Japanese Travel Literature

ASIA 453

laffin-christina

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Japanese travel literature (myths, legends, poetry, tales, diaries, illustrated guides, satiric sermons, haiku, comic fiction, colonial reporting, and ethnography) from the 8th century to present. Restricted to fourth-year Asian Studies majors.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	W	09:30 - 12:30	Laffin, Christina		Public Notes Research Course Policy - This course section is restricted to students who have not already completed their 3-credit research course requirement. Students who have previously taken a Research Course may be removed from the course by the department. For more information, please see our Research Course Guidelines. Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Waitlist Policy -  All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History and Culture of Taiwan

ASIA 456

guo-weiting

2026 SummerCredits: 3

The major social, economic, political, and cultural changes in Taiwan since the seventeenth century; the post-World War II process of democratization and Taiwan's place in the contemporary world.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
951		Online	Lecture			Guo, Weiting		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.
952		Online	Lecture			Guo, Weiting		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

History and Culture of Taiwan

ASIA 456

guo-weiting

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The major social, economic, political, and cultural changes in Taiwan since the seventeenth century; the post-World War II process of democratization and Taiwan's place in the contemporary world.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture	F	14:00 - 17:00	Guo, Weiting		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

The Modern Korean Novel

ASIA 457

fulton-bruce

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Survey of major single-volume novels, ranging from Yi Kwang-su's Heartlessness to Ch'oe Yun's There a Petal Silently Falls, in translation. Recommended pre-requisite: ASIA 357, or permission of instructor.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	T	18:00 - 21:00	Fulton, Bruce		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Gender, Sexuality, and Feminism in Sikhi (the Sikh Religion)

ASIA 459

sunar-kiran

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Gender, sexuality, and feminism in the Sikh religious tradition, surveying early modern, colonial, and post-colonial readings through Sikh religious text, ritual, and life. This course is recommended for students who have some knowledge of Sikh Studies, religious studies, and/or gender and sexuality studies. Restricted to students with second-year standing or above.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Sunar, Kiran		Public Notes This course seeks to explore the place of gender and sexuality in the Sikh tradition, surveying early modern, colonial, and post-colonial feminist readings of Sikh religious text, ritual, and life. No knowledge of Sikh studies, Punjabi, or gender studies required. Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Gender and Sexuality in Modern Iranian Narratives

ASIA 461

abedinifard-mostafa

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Literary, cinematic, folk, and/or popular culture texts from modern Iran. Emphasis on constructions and contestations of masculinities and femininities, as they intersect with sexuality, race, ethnicity, ability, and/or religion.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T, Th	08:00 - 09:30	Abedinifard, Mostafa		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online (hybrid) course with synchronous sessions that are recorded. Students may participate either synchronously via Zoom on the scheduled days and times or asynchronously by viewing recorded lectures and completing course requirements within the stated deadlines. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Japanese Women's Self-Writing

ASIA 464

burk-stefania

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected aspects of the more than 1000 years of self-writing (diary, autobiography, personal fiction). Theory and criticism about the use of writing as a medium of self-expression.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	T	16:00 - 19:00	Burk, Stefania		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Japanese Horror

ASIA 465

laird-colleen

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3Pre-requisite

The genre of Japanese visual horror explored through formal visual literacy, genre theory, and textual analysis. Prerequisite: Second-year standing and above.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	Online	Lecture			Laird, Colleen		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is an asynchronous online course. Students are expected to complete their coursework on their own time by the deadlines set by the instructor. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

India and the Persianate World

ASIA 491

naqvi-naveena

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Histories of Muslim Empires, spanning Iran, India and Central Asia, from 1000-1800 CE. Examined through the conceptual lens of the Persianate World with emphasis on Persianate culture and power in South Asia. Restricted to fourth-year Asian Studies majors.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
021	2	In-Person	Lecture	M	14:00 - 17:00	Naqvi, Naveena		Public Notes Research Course Policy - This course section is restricted to students who have not already completed their 3-credit research course requirement. Students who have previously taken a Research Course may be removed from the course by the department. For more information, please see our Research Course Guidelines. Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Waitlist Policy -  All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Folk Cultures in the Asian Diaspora

ASIA 495

sathaye-adheesh

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The mediation of folklore (e.g. slang, songs, games, dance, foodways) in the everyday lives of immigrant and transnational Asian communities. Emphasis on Asian-Canadian folklore in Greater Vancouver through digital documentary media production and archival folklore research. Restricted to fourth-year Asian Studies majors.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Sathaye, Adheesh		Public Notes Research Course Policy - This course section is restricted to students who have not already completed their 3-credit research course requirement. Students who have previously taken a Research Course may be removed from the course by the department. For more information, please see our Research Course Guidelines. Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Waitlist Policy -  All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Asia in Museums and Beyond

ASIA 498

nakamura-fuyubi

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Museological representations of Asia and Asian forms of museological representation in colonial and post-colonial contexts. Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 498 or ASIA_V 598. Restricted to fourth-year Asian Studies majors.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
011	1	In-Person	Lecture	Th	10:00 - 13:00	Nakamura, Fuyubi		Public Notes Research Course Policy - This course section is restricted to students who have not already completed their 3-credit research course requirement. Students who have previously taken a Research Course may be removed from the course by the department. For more information, please see our Research Course Guidelines. Delivery Mode - This is an in-person course. Students are expected to meet in-person on the days and times listed. All courses labelled as ‘in-person’ are fully in-person for the entire term, including exams, and require in-person attendance to complete. Waitlist Policy -  All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Critical Approaches to Hong Kong Studies - Critical Approaches to Hong Kong Studies

ASIA 505A

wu-helena

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_043	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 17:00	Wu, Helena		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Topics in Pre-modern Chinese History and Institutions - Topics in Pre-modern Chinese History and Institutions

ASIA 508A

shin-leo

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_017	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	15:00 - 17:30	Shin, Leo		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Readings in Chinese Religious Texts - Readings in Chinese Religious Texts

ASIA 511A

chen-jinhua

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected readings from primary texts in Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism, and popular religion.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_012	1	Online	Seminar	W	10:00 - 12:00	Chen, Jinhua		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Topics in Modern Chinese Literature - Topics in Modern Chinese Literature

ASIA 514B

rea-christopher

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_026	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	13:00 - 16:00	Rea, Christopher		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Race and Ethnicity in Asian Studies

ASIA 516

thobani-sunera

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
028	1	Online	Seminar	M	16:00 - 17:30	Thobani, Sunera		Public Notes For course details, visit our website: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

New Media and Asia

ASIA 518

laird-colleen

2026 SummerCredits: 3

New media theory, technologies, industries, cultures, and analytical practices with a focus on transnational Asian interactive media such as video games, mobile apps, social media, video streaming sites and services, and online fan networks.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
033		Online	Seminar	M, W	10:00 - 11:30	Laird, Colleen		Public Notes Course Information - Students will need to pay $30 CAD per month for Adobe Creative Cloud access. That is the only associated expense of the course; all other materials will be provided. All course readings and viewing will be in English or with English subtitles. Students are highly encouraged to work with non-Anglophone media for their own assignments. Delivery Mode - This is a mixed online course; it includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed, as well as complete supplemental asynchronous work outside of class time. Please refer to the course syllabus for details on the asynchronous elements of this course. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the Friday before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

New Media and Asia

ASIA 518

laird-colleen

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
033	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 16:00	Laird, Colleen		Public Notes For course details, visit our website: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Popular Cultures in Asia

ASIA 519

lynn-hyung-gu

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Critical engagement with different disciplinary approaches to the study of Asian popular cultures.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
031	2	Online	Seminar	M	16:00 - 19:00	Lynn, Hyung Gu		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Japanese Cinema Studies: Theory and Practice

ASIA 535

laird-colleen

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
033	2	Online	Seminar	T	10:00 - 12:00	Laird, Colleen		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Topics in South Asian Literature - Topics in South Asian Literature

ASIA 546A

sunar-kiran

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_046	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	14:00 - 17:00	Sunar, Kiran		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Topics in Asian Religions - Islamic Theology

ASIA 551A

ahmed-rumee

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_037	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 16:00	Ahmed, Rumee		Public Notes For course details, visit our website: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Topics in Asian Visual and Material Culture - Topics in Asian Visual and Material Culture

ASIA 552A

laffin-christina

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_021	1	In-Person	Seminar	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Laffin, Christina

Topics in Indigenous Asia - Indigenous Environmentalism in Asia and Beyond

ASIA 553B

sherpa-pasang

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_042	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	10:00 - 13:00	Sherpa, Pasang		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Approaches to Asian Literature - Approaches to Asian Literature

ASIA 570A

duffy-kay

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_034	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	14:00 - 16:00	Duffy, Kay		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Approaches to Asian Literature - Approaches to Asian Literature

ASIA 570B

sathaye-adheesh

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_023		Online	Seminar	T, Th	14:00 - 16:00	Sathaye, Adheesh		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a synchronous online course. Students are expected to meet online using Zoom on the days and times listed. Abridged sample syllabi for Asian Studies courses can be found on our website. Waitlist Policy -All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the week before term starts. For more information, please see the Asian Studies website.

Approaches to Asian Literature - Approaches to Asian Literature

ASIA 570B

hoffmann-alexandra

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_049	2	Online	Seminar	W	17:00 - 19:00	Hoffmann, Alexandra		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Topics in South Asian Studies - Topics in South Asian Studies

ASIA 576A

naqvi-naveena

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_032	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 17:00	Naqvi, Naveena		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Directed Readings - Directed Readings

ASIA 580A

main-jessica laffin-christina

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_016		In-Person	Seminar			Main, Jessica
A_021		In-Person	Seminar			Laffin, Christina

Directed Readings - Directed Readings

ASIA 580B

king-ross

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_008		In-Person	Seminar			King, Ross

Research Methods and Source Materials in Korean Studies - Research Methods and Source Materials in Korean Studies

ASIA 581B

an-ji-yoon

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_047	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 17:00	An, Ji-yoon		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Theories & Methods Thinking with the Body Embodied Cognition and the Study of Culture - COGN & CULTURE

ASIA 590B

yoshimizu-ayaka

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Focus changes from year to year, please check the Department website for current course syllabi.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_036	2	In-Person	Seminar	F	13:00 - 16:00	Yoshimizu, Ayaka		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

The Profession of Asian Studies

ASIA 592

yoshimizu-ayaka rusk-bruce

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Introduction to essential skills for academic and professional work in Asian Studies. Outlines career trajectories in the Ph.D. and beyond, including grant applications, cv-writing, and job searches. Required of Asian Studies Ph.D. students, normally in their first year.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
036	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	17:00 - 19:00	Yoshimizu, Ayaka		Public Notes Reserved for MA Students. Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/
005	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	17:00 - 20:00	Rusk, Bruce		Public Notes Visit our website for course details: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Asia in Museums and Beyond

ASIA 598

nakamura-fuyubi

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of ASIA_V 498 or ASIA_V 598.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
001	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	10:00 - 13:00	Nakamura, Fuyubi		Public Notes For course details, visit our website: https://asia.ubc.ca/grad-courses/

Master's Thesis - Master's Thesis

ASIA 599B

2026 SummerCredits: 12

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_942		In-Person	Thesis

Master's Thesis - Master's Thesis

ASIA 599B

2026 Winter TermCredits: 12

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_001	1	In-Person	Thesis
B_102	2	In-Person	Thesis

Doctoral Dissertation

ASIA 699

2026 SummerCredits: 0

In Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or South Asian Studies only.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
941		In-Person	Thesis

Doctoral Dissertation

ASIA 699

2026 Winter TermCredits: 0

In Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or South Asian Studies only.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
001	1	In-Person	Thesis

Beginners' French I

FREN 101

agou-sarah lubert-joyce

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Basic vocabulary, the rudiments of grammar and familiarization with cultures of the French-speaking world. Aligned with CEFR level A1 objectives. Not for credit for students who completed Core French 11, 12 and/or French Immersion (BC Curriculum or equivalent). Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 101 or FREN_V 103.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 17:00	Agou, Sarah		Public Notes This course is fully Online. Students are expected to meet with the instructor synchronously online for the days and times as indicated. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
922		In-Person	Lecture	M, W	10:00 - 13:00	Lubert, Joyce		Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Beginners' French I

FREN 101

nassehi-zoe blanc-magali lubert-joyce obrien-juliet kamranian-somayeh

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (11)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	09:00 - 10:00	Nassehi, Zoe	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
109	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
102	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Lubert, Joyce	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
106	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
103	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Lubert, Joyce	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
108	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	O'Brien, Juliet	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
105	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	13:00 - 14:00	Lubert, Joyce	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
110	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	O'Brien, Juliet	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
104	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	12:00 - 13:00	Nassehi, Zoe	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
107	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Kamranian, Somayeh	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
111	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	17:00 - 18:30	Kamranian, Somayeh	Public Notes A course based on the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, introducing the French language and Francophone cultures, and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. As this course is for students who have never learned any French before, it assumes no prior knowledge of French. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 101. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren101/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Beginners' French II

FREN 102

obrien-juliet

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A continuation of FREN_V 101. Aligned with CEFR level A1 objectives. Not for credit for students who completed Core French 11, 12 and/or French Immersion (BC Curriculum or equivalent). This course is recommended for students who have completed FREN_V 101. Credits will be granted for only one of FREN_V 102 or FREN_V 103.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
922		Online	Lecture	T, Th	10:00 - 13:00	O'Brien, Juliet		Public Notes This course is fully Online. Students are expected to meet with the instructor synchronously online for the days and times as indicated. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Beginners' French II

FREN 102

agou-sarah obrien-juliet blanc-magali

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (6)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
204	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Agou, Sarah	Public Notes Continuing the work begun in FREN 101, a course based on the next stage of the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, journeying into the French language and Francophone cultures and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. This course is recommended for students who are near-beginners (for example, having completed FREN_V 101). Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
203	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	14:00 - 15:00	O'Brien, Juliet	Public Notes Continuing the work begun in FREN 101, a course based on the next stage of the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, journeying into the French language and Francophone cultures and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. This course is recommended for students who are near-beginners (for example, having completed FREN_V 101). Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
205	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes Continuing the work begun in FREN 101, a course based on the next stage of the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, journeying into the French language and Francophone cultures and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. This course is recommended for students who are near-beginners (for example, having completed FREN_V 101). Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	O'Brien, Juliet	Public Notes Continuing the work begun in FREN 101, a course based on the next stage of the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, journeying into the French language and Francophone cultures and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. This course is recommended for students who are near-beginners (for example, having completed FREN_V 101). Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
202	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Agou, Sarah	Public Notes Continuing the work begun in FREN 101, a course based on the next stage of the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, journeying into the French language and Francophone cultures and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. This course is recommended for students who are near-beginners (for example, having completed FREN_V 101). Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
206	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes Continuing the work begun in FREN 101, a course based on the next stage of the A1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference, journeying into the French language and Francophone cultures and opening up their understanding in a worldwide context. This course is recommended for students who are near-beginners (for example, having completed FREN_V 101). Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ If you have experience of French 11, French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 102. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren102/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Intensive Beginners' French

FREN 103

agou-sarah lebrec-caroline

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Fundamentals of the French language. Aligned with CEFR level A1. This course is recommended for students who are not complete beginners in French. Credit will be granted for FREN_V 103 or both FREN_V 101, FREN_V 102.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Agou, Sarah		Public Notes The design and structure of this course are founded on adaptive and inclusive principles of teaching and learning that consider the interests and needs of all learners and strive toward greater personalization of learning, flexibility, and accessibility for all students. View full description. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren103/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	14:00 - 15:00	Lebrec, Caroline		Public Notes Fundamentals of the French language. Aligned with CEFR level A1. This course is recommended for students who are not complete beginners in French. View full description. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren103/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Elementary French I

FREN 201

kamranian-somayeh naami-nadia

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Continued improvement in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Aligned with CEFR level A2 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of Core French 11, FREN_V 102, FREN_V 103 or assignment based on placement test. Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 201 or FREN_V 111. Equivalency: FREN_V 111.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	10:00 - 13:00	Kamranian, Somayeh		Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 201. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
922		Online	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 17:00	Naami, Nadia		Public Notes This course is fully Online. Students are expected to meet with the instructor synchronously online for the days and times as indicated. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 201. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Elementary French I

FREN 201

ollivier-budisa-cecile lebrec-caroline naami-nadia

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (5)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
104	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	12:00 - 13:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
102	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Lebrec, Caroline	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
105	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Lebrec, Caroline	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
103	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	09:00 - 10:00	Naami, Nadia	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren201/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Elementary French II

FREN 202

ollivier-budisa-cecile

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A continuation of FREN_V 201. Aligned with CEFR level A2 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed FREN_V 201 or assignment based on placement test. Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 202 or FREN_V 112. Equivalency: FREN_V 112.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T, Th	10:00 - 13:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile		Public Notes This course is fully Online. Students are expected to meet with the instructor synchronously online for the days and times as indicated. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French 12, or French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 202. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren202/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Elementary French II

FREN 202

kamranian-somayeh ollivier-budisa-cecile lebrec-caroline

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (5)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
204	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Kamranian, Somayeh	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren202/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
205	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Kamranian, Somayeh	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren202/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
202	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren202/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
203	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	14:00 - 15:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren202/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Lebrec, Caroline	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate/advising/placement-in-language-courses/french-language-placement-guidelines/ View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren202/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Intermediate French I

FREN 301

naami-nadia

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Refinement of reading, writing and speaking skills through the study of contemporary literature and other authentic documents of the French-speaking world. Aligned with CEFR level B1 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of Core French 12, FREN_V 202 or assignment based on placement test. Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 301 or FREN_V 122. Equivalency: FREN_V 122.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	M, W	10:00 - 13:00	Naami, Nadia		Public Notes This course is fully Online. Students are expected to meet with the instructor synchronously online for the days and times as indicated. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Intermediate French I

FREN 301

ayan-irem lebrec-caroline ollivier-budisa-cecile blanc-magali agou-sarah

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (6)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
106	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Ayan, Irem	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
102	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	12:00 - 13:00	Lebrec, Caroline	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
103	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	14:00 - 15:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
104	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
105	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Agou, Sarah	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 301. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren301/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Intermediate French II

FREN 302

blanc-magali

2026 SummerCredits: 3

A continuation of FREN _V 301. Aligned with CEFR level B1 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed FREN_V 301 or assignment based on placement test. Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 302 or FREN_V 123. Equivalency: FREN_V 123.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
921		Online	Lecture	T, Th	10:00 - 13:00	Blanc, Magali		Public Notes This course is fully Online. Students are expected to meet with the instructor synchronously online for the days and times as indicated. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 302. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren302/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Intermediate French II

FREN 302

blanc-magali delage-beland-isabelle agou-sarah ollivier-budisa-cecile lebrec-caroline

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (5)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
205	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Blanc, Magali	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 302. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren302/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Delage-beland, Isabelle	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 302. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren302/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
204	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Agou, Sarah	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 302. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren302/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
203	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	13:00 - 14:00	Ollivier-budisa, Cecile	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 302. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren302/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
202	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	12:00 - 13:00	Lebrec, Caroline	Public Notes Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ If you have experience of French Immersion, you are not allowed to stay in FREN 302. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren302/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Introduction to Literature in French

FREN 311

gelinas-lemaire-vincent laroussi-farid

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Critical reading of foundational literary texts in French from genres of prose fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and theatre. This course is recommended for students who have completed FREN_V 302 or assignment based on placement test.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00	Gelinas-lemaire, Vincent		Public Notes View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Laroussi, Farid		Public Notes View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Critical Writing

FREN 321

moran-patrick ayan-irem

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Practical tools for university-level writing in French. Apply stylistic devices and rhetorical structures to form questions and arguments, analyse literary and cultural objects, and produce a variety of essay genres. This course is recommended for students who have completed FREN_V 302 or assignment based on placement test.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Moran, Patrick		Public Notes Advanced training in writing a variety of types of papers in French, thinking critically and creatively, supporting generalizations, and appropriately acknowledging sources of information. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	09:00 - 10:00	Ayan, Irem		Public Notes Practical tools for university-level writing in French. Apply stylistic devices and rhetorical structures to form questions and arguments, analyse literary and cultural objects, and produce a variety of essay genres. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Introduction to Quebec Literature

FREN 330

huberman-isabella

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Survey of representative literary texts from Quebec viewed in their historical, social, and cultural contexts. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 224 or FREN_V 401.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Huberman, Isabella		Public Notes Ce cours propose une introduction aux questions fondamentales qui sous-tendent la littérature québécoise. Quels sont les rapports à l’identité collective – à la nation, l’histoire et la langue ? Comment l’identité individuelle des personnes issues de l’immigration, des origines autochtones et des régions éloignées redéfinissent-elles l’identité québécoise ? Les oeuvres au programme nous amèneront à explorer ces questions à travers les thèmes de la migration, du territoire, du colonialisme et de l’expérience genrée. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Arts, Cultures and Society from the Middle Ages to the Revolution

FREN 331

castonguay-belanger-joel

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Exploration of early French culture and literature from the Middle Ages to the close of the Early Modern period and the French Revolution; the impact of society on the arts and vice versa. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 224 or FREN_V 401.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Castonguay-belanger, Joel		Public Notes Ce cours explore la culture et la littérature françaises du Moyen Âge jusqu'à la Révolution française. Le cours abordera des thèmes variés tels que la satire sociale, la condition humaine, la quête de connaissance, les relations de pouvoir et la critique des institutions. Il permettra aux étudiants de développer leurs compétences en analyse textuelle ainsi que leur compréhension de l’histoire culturelle de la France. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Arts, Cultures and Society from Romanticism to the Present Day

FREN 341

castonguay-belanger-joel

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Exploration of modern and contemporary French culture and literature from the early 19th century to the present day; the impact of society on the arts and vice versa. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 224 or FREN_V 401.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Castonguay-belanger, Joel		Public Notes Course title: Arts, cultures et société du romantisme à nos jours Ce cours a pour objectif de familiariser les étudiants avec les grands mouvements esthétiques, intellectuels et sociaux qui ont marqué la France moderne et contemporaine, du début du XIXe siècle jusqu’au tournant du XXIe siècle. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

French at Work

FREN 346

naami-nadia

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Communicative French for students preparing for a career in the francophone world. Aligned with CEFR level B1 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 123 or FREN_V 302.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Online	Lecture			Naami, Nadia		Public Notes This is an online, asynchronous course. Course topics may be different in each year. Through experiential learning, develop the practical and professional French language skills for use in workplace and organizational settings. Learn how to produce a range of workplace-specific discourse, including presentations, reports, and formal workplace interactions. Engage in supervised training activities, workplace simulations, or project-based partnerships with organizations in the Vancouver region. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

French Grammar

FREN 352

delage-beland-isabelle

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Principles of grammar theory and contextualized French grammatical concepts. Emphasis on terminology and analysis of grammatical issues. Aligned with CEFR level B2. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 123 or FREN_V 302.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Delage-beland, Isabelle		Public Notes This hands-on course offers an inclusive overview of French grammar through a descriptive approach that focuses on language patterns and real usage. Students will apply concepts through exercises, parsing, and close reading of literary texts, strengthening comprehension, written expression, and confidence in reading complex French authors and producing sophisticated sentences. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Advanced French Grammar

FREN 353

delage-beland-isabelle

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Advanced grammar theory and critical analysis of difficult French grammatical structures. Emphasis on autonomous examination of complex grammatical issues. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 224 or FREN_V 401. Prerequisite: One of FREN_V 223, FREN_V 352.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	13:00 - 14:00	Delage-beland, Isabelle		Public Notes FREN 353, the continuation of FREN 352, deepens advanced French grammar in order to reach CEFR levels C1 and C2. Through a descriptive and inclusive approach, students will strengthen their writing, reading, and speaking skills while developing autonomy in addressing complex linguistic problems encountered in French. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

French to English Translation

FREN 357

ayan-irem

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Principles, practical strategies and methods of translation from French to English. Overview of the main challenges involved in intercultural communication. If your French is stronger than your English, please take FREN_V 457 before FREN_V 357. This course is recommended for students who have taken FREN_V 352, and one of FREN_V 224, FREN_V 401.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Ayan, Irem		Public Notes A basic introduction to foundations, principles, practical strategies, and methods of translation from French to English for a variety of literary, general, specialized, professional, and creative purposes. Explore the strategies and tools translators use when faced with challenging linguistic and cultural differences as well as the artistic, ethical, and political implications of different approaches to translation. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Special Topics Abroad - Special Topics Abroad

FREN 395B

castonguay-belanger-joel

2026 SummerCredits: 3

Study of Francophone literature, history, culture, or communities in an authentic context. Topics and locations may vary. Consult Department for current offerings. This course is recommended for students who have completed FREN_V 202 or FREN_V 112 or assignment based on placement test.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_921		In-Person	Lecture	M, T, W, Th, F	10:00 - 13:00	Castonguay-belanger, Joel		Public Notes Global Seminar in France. Registration is restricted. Please see the following link for more information: https://goglobal.ubc.ca/ubc-student-programs/global-seminars/programs/french-revolution-history-myth-and-fiction-fren-395-3

Upper-Intermediate French I

FREN 401

castonguay-belanger-joel obrien-juliet delage-beland-isabelle naami-nadia laroussi-farid

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Communicative proficiency at an autonomous level: vocabulary enrichment, pronunciation practice, grammatical analysis and development of efficient reading and writing techniques. Aligned with CEFR level B2 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of French Immersion 12, FREN_V 123 or FREN_V 302 or assignment based on placement test. Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 401 or FREN_V 224. Equivalency: FREN _V 224.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
105	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Castonguay-belanger, Joel	Public Notes The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren401/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
104	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	O'Brien, Juliet	Public Notes The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren401/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Delage-beland, Isabelle	Public Notes The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren401/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
102	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	12:00 - 13:00	Naami, Nadia	Public Notes The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren401/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
103	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Laroussi, Farid	Public Notes The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren401/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
106	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	13:00 - 14:00	Naami, Nadia	Public Notes The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete French Language Questionnaire to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren401/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Upper-Intermediate French II

FREN 402

delage-beland-isabelle naami-nadia obrien-juliet

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

A continuation of FREN_V 401. Aligned with CEFR level B2 objectives. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 401 or assignment based on placement test. Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 402 or FREN_V 225. Equivalency: FREN _V 225.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
202	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Delage-beland, Isabelle	Public Notes A continuation of FREN 401. Communicative proficiency at an advanced level: grammatical analysis, efficient reading and writing techniques, vocabulary enrichment, spontaneous discussions. Development of critical thinking and socio-cultural competency through the exploration of a variety of authentic documents of the French-Speaking world. Aligned with CEFR level B2 objectives. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren402/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
203	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Naami, Nadia	Public Notes A continuation of FREN 401. Communicative proficiency at an advanced level: grammatical analysis, efficient reading and writing techniques, vocabulary enrichment, spontaneous discussions. Development of critical thinking and socio-cultural competency through the exploration of a variety of authentic documents of the French-Speaking world. Aligned with CEFR level B2 objectives. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren402/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
204	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Naami, Nadia	Public Notes A continuation of FREN 401. Communicative proficiency at an advanced level: grammatical analysis, efficient reading and writing techniques, vocabulary enrichment, spontaneous discussions. Development of critical thinking and socio-cultural competency through the exploration of a variety of authentic documents of the French-Speaking world. Aligned with CEFR level B2 objectives. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren402/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	12:00 - 13:00	O'Brien, Juliet	Public Notes A continuation of FREN 401. Communicative proficiency at an advanced level: grammatical analysis, efficient reading and writing techniques, vocabulary enrichment, spontaneous discussions. Development of critical thinking and socio-cultural competency through the exploration of a variety of authentic documents of the French-Speaking world. Aligned with CEFR level B2 objectives. The course is open to all students with a sufficient level of French, whether they are in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year. Before registering the course, please complete the French Language Background Survey to determine which course level to start: https://fhis.air.arts.ubc.ca/french-placement-questionnaire-tool/ Students from French Immersions are strongly encouraged to start from this level. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren402/ Contact us here for placement test and other inquiries: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Ancients and Moderns: Studies in 17th-century French Literature

FREN 409

piechocki-katharina

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Aesthetic and ideological trends of seventeenth-century French literature in their historical context. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 311.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Piechocki, Katharina		Public Notes Theatre was an important vehicle for the spread of new ideas (political, moral, colonial, racial, philosophical, aesthetic, stylistic, cosmological, medical, etc.), Study the various French and Francophone theatrical and performative forms of the 17th century, from France to Canada and Saint-Domingue. Recurring themes include questions of gender, racial relations, spatial representation, theories of theatre, articulations of the passions, and performative and poetic practices of inclusion and exclusion, particularly in the colonial context. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Contemporary French Literature and Culture

FREN 416

laroussi-farid

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Aesthetic and ideological trends of twentieth- and twenty-first century French literature in their historical context. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 311.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Laroussi, Farid		Public Notes Course topic: Broken Mirrors - Today's Women Autobiography in France A study in 21st century women autobiography in France, and how the point of literature is no longer trying to capture the past but to confront immediate, visceral reality. View full course overview: https://fhis.ubc.ca/course-description/fren416/ If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

African and Caribbean Francophone Literatures

FREN 418

laroussi-farid

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Representative and contemporary writings from African and Caribbean francophone cultures. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 311.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Laroussi, Farid		Public Notes Course topic: Studies in French Postcolonial Literature A study in postcolonial literature in French and the challenges of framing it away from history and ideologies. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Indigenous Literatures of Francophone Canada

FREN 431

huberman-isabella

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Study of the literature and cinema of First Nations, Inuit and Métis creators working in French and in Francophone spaces in Canada. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 311.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Huberman, Isabella		Public Notes Fulfills Faculty of Arts, Ways of Knowing Breadth - Place and Power requirement for 2026-27 Winter Session. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until January 5, 2027. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after January 5, 2027. Seat availability is not guaranteed. The waitlist may be removed when term starts. All students on the waitlist will receive an email before the waitlist will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. Si notre époque actuelle continue d’être marquée par le colonialisme de peuplement, la création et l’art de raconter (le storytelling), peuvent-ils constituer des interventions qui dérangent les systèmes qui oppriment ? Pour bien y répondre, nous nous pencherons sur les débats historiques et contemporains sur la langue, la race, la souveraineté et l'exploitation des ressources naturelles au Québec, afin de contextualiser la production des arts narratifs autochtones et de mieux comprendre les épistémologies qui les sous-tendent. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Creative Writing in French

FREN 455

moran-patrick

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Theory, techniques and practice of creative writing in French in a variety of genres. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 352.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Moran, Patrick		Public Notes This course offers advanced students the opportunity to use French in a creative context, experimenting with various genres and forms, including fiction (both mainstream and genre fiction), poetry, creative non-fiction, stage play, screenplay, and graphic novel. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Research Seminar in French Literature and Culture

FREN 495

castonguay-belanger-joel

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Research on critical topics related to French literature and culture. Consult the Department for this year's offerings. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 311.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T	15:00 - 18:00	Castonguay-belanger, Joel		Public Notes Course title: Littérature et histoire : enjeux, conflits, rencontres Les rapports entre littérature et histoire sont marqués par une longue tradition de débats et de malentendus. Ce séminaire propose d’examiner les tensions qui opposent ces deux champs ainsi que les zones de rencontre où leurs méthodes, leurs objets et leurs ambitions peuvent se nourrir mutuellement. View full description If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Research Seminar in French Language and Linguistics

FREN 496

salamon-anne

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Research on critical topics related to French language and linguistics. Consult the Department for this year's offerings. This course is recommended for students who have completed one of FREN_V 225 or FREN_V 402, in addition to the prerequisite below. Prerequisite: FREN_V 352.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	Th	15:00 - 18:00	Salamon, Anne		Public Notes Course topic: Lire et traduire l’ancien français Ce cours propose un parcours à la découverte des états les plus anciens du français, depuis les premiers exemples de ce que nous appelons aujourd’hui le français, jusqu’au Moyen Français de la fin du Moyen Âge. À l’opposé de l’image fixe et prescriptive de la grammaire, ce cours vise à explorer la richesse, la diversité et la grande variation de l’ancien français dans toutes ses formes. View full description. If you encounter any difficulties with course registration, please submit a request using the following link: https://fhis.ubc.ca/undergraduate-advising-contact-form/

Studies in Medieval French Literature - Studies in Medieval French Literature

FREN 501B

moran-patrick

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	15:00 - 18:00	Moran, Patrick		Public Notes Course topic: Medieval Francophonie Medieval French was spoken well beyond the borders of modern-day France. This course explores the full extent of the medieval French-speaking world, from Ireland to the Near East, and examines how "French" literature developed within a multipolar and multilingual world. Medievalists have been increasingly promoting the applicability of Francophone Studies to the medieval period in order to account for a literary production that isn't defined by a particular nation-state, but connects diverse communities across various regionswho spoke dialects of langue d'oïl. View full description.

Studies in French-Canadian Literature - Studies in French-Canadian Literature

FREN 513B

huberman-isabella

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	15:00 - 18:00	Huberman, Isabella		Public Notes Course topic: Arts narratifs autochtones au Québec Dans ce cours, nous nous pencherons sur les arts narratifs autochtones au Québec de 1970 à aujourd’hui. À travers un corpus de textes littéraires et d’œuvres cinématographiques produits en français et en langues autochtones, nous réfléchirons à la résurgence autochtone en tant que concept, thématique et stratégie narrative qui dépasse les cadres coloniaux. Nos discussions seront ancrées dans des méthodologies de recherche autochtones et nous accorderont une attention particulière aux questions de la positionnalité et des stratégies d’engagement éthique avec les textes. View full description.

Studies in Old French - Studies in Old French

FREN 519D

salamon-anne

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	15:00 - 18:00	Salamon, Anne		Public Notes Course topic: Lire et traduire l’ancien français Ce cours propose un parcours à la découverte des états les plus anciens du français, depuis les premiers exemples de ce que nous appelons aujourd’hui le français, jusqu’au Moyen Français de la fin du Moyen Âge. À l’opposé de l’image fixe et prescriptive de la grammaire, ce cours vise à explorer la richesse, la diversité et la grande variation de l’ancien français dans toutes ses formes. View full description.

Special Topics in French Literature - Studies in French Literature

FREN 520C

castonguay-belanger-joel

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	15:00 - 18:00	Castonguay-belanger, Joel		Public Notes Course title: Littérature et histoire : enjeux, conflits, rencontres Les rapports entre littérature et histoire sont marqués par une longue tradition de débats et de malentendus. Ce séminaire propose d’examiner les tensions qui opposent ces deux champs ainsi que les zones de rencontre où leurs méthodes, leurs objets et leurs ambitions peuvent se nourrir mutuellement. View full description

Proseminar I: Research Skills and Scholarly Practices

FREN 591

mitchell-tamara

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 1.5

Credit will only be granted for only one of SPAN_V 591 or FREN_V 591. Equivalency: SPAN_V 591.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	(, w, W	15:30 - 18:30	Mitchell, Tamara		Public Notes The course meeting pattern will be on a biweekly schedule. Starting from September 9 (Wednesday) until term ends. The classroom location will be at Buchanan Tower Room 726. Meet fellow grad students, explore the FHIS program structure, learn to shape and share your research, and engage with key theories and approaches in this biweekly course designed to support your academic journey. View full description.

Proseminar II: Literary and Cultural Theory

FREN 592

mitchell-tamara

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 1.5Pre-requisite

Credit will be granted for only one of FREN_V 592 or SPAN_V 592. Prerequisite: FREN_V 591. Equivalency: SPAN_V 592.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	(, w, W	15:00 - 18:00	Mitchell, Tamara		Public Notes The course meeting pattern will be on a biweekly schedule. Starting from January 13 (Wednesday) until term ends. The classroom location will be at Buchanan Tower Room 726. Meet fellow grad students, explore the FHIS program structure, learn to shape and share your research, and engage with key theories and approaches in this biweekly course designed to support your academic journey. View full description.

Master's Thesis - Master's Thesis

FREN 599A

2026 SummerCredits: 6

Sections (3)

Section	Delivery Mode	Format
A_002	In-Person	Thesis
A_001	In-Person	Thesis
A_003	In-Person	Thesis

Master's Thesis - Master's Thesis

FREN 599A

2026 Winter TermCredits: 6

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
A_201	2	In-Person	Thesis
A_001	1-2	In-Person	Thesis
A_101	1	In-Person	Thesis

Master's Thesis - Master's Thesis

FREN 599B

2026 Winter TermCredits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Thesis

Doctoral Dissertation

FREN 699

2026 SummerCredits: 0

Sections (3)

Section	Delivery Mode	Format
001	In-Person	Thesis
003	In-Person	Thesis
002	In-Person	Thesis

Doctoral Dissertation

FREN 699

2026 Winter TermCredits: 0

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
101	1	In-Person	Thesis
201	2	In-Person	Thesis

Our Changing Environment: Climate and Ecosystems

GEOS 102

puhl-david pearson-audrey

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Energy and water in the Earth-Atmosphere system, global climates and climate change, ecosystem properties and processes, human impacts. Please consult the Faculty of Science Credit Exclusion Lists: https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/faculties-colleges-and-schools/faculty-science/bachelor-science/credit-exclusion-lists. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 102 or GEOS_V 102. Equivalency: GEOB_V 102.

Sections (17)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	14:00 - 15:00	Puhl, David		Public Notes Students must select one lab section from L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, L09.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Pearson, Audrey		Public Notes This is a blended learning lecture and has a mix of in-person and asynchronous online components. Asynchronous online lectures are held during the Monday scheduled class time, and in-person lectures are held during the Wednesday and Friday scheduled class times in MCML 360. Students must select one discussion section from L2A, L2B, L2C, L2D, L2E, L2F, L2G, L2H, L2I.

Our Changing Environment: Climate and Ecosystems

GEOS 102

hewitt-nina kuhn-mckenzie williams-jennifer

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Energy and water in the Earth-Atmosphere system, global climates and climate change, ecosystem properties and processes, human impacts. Please consult the Faculty of Science Credit Exclusion Lists: https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/faculties-colleges-and-schools/faculty-science/bachelor-science/credit-exclusion-lists. [3-0-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 102 or GEOS_V 102. Equivalency: GEOB_V 102.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Hewitt, Nina	Public Notes This is a hybrid lecture with a mix of in-person and synchronous online components. Synchronous online lectures take place during the scheduled Friday class time. In-person lectures are held during the scheduled Monday and Wednesday class times in GEOG 100.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Multiple instructors	Instructors Kuhn, Mckenzie \| Williams, Jennifer
102	1	Hybrid	Lecture			Hewitt, Nina	Public Notes Enrollment in this section (GEOS 102, Section 102) is reserved for students with course conflicts or those unable to attend in person during the Monday/Wednesday class time. This asynchronous online lecture does not have a scheduled meeting time. The final exam must be completed in person during the scheduled exam time.

Our Changing Environment: Water and Landscapes

GEOS 103

hassan-marwan hale-kate koppes-michele

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Laboratory required

Physical processes acting at the Earth's surface; water cycle; landforms; human impacts. Please consult the Faculty of Science Credit Exclusion Lists: https://vancouver.calendar.ubc.ca/faculties-colleges-and-schools/faculty-science/bachelor-science/credit-exclusion-lists. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 103 or GEOS_V 103. Equivalency: GEOB_V 103.

Sections (18)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W, F

11:00 - 12:00

Multiple instructors

Public Notes

Students must select one laboratory section from L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, or L09.

Instructors

Hale, Kate | Koppes, Michele

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L01	1	In-Person	Laboratory	M	13:00 - 14:00
L02	1	In-Person	Laboratory	M	14:00 - 15:00
L03	1	In-Person	Laboratory	M	15:00 - 16:00
L04	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	16:00 - 17:00
L05	1	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	14:00 - 15:00
L06	1	In-Person	Laboratory	W	10:00 - 11:00
L07	1	In-Person	Laboratory	F	10:00 - 11:00
L08	1	In-Person	Laboratory	W	14:00 - 15:00

201

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

14:00 - 15:30

Hassan, Marwan

Public Notes

Students must select one discussion section from L2A, L2B, L2C, L2D, L2E, L2G, L2H, L2I.

Our Changing Environment: Water and Landscapes

GEOS 103

hassan-marwan hale-kate koppes-michele

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Sections (16)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Hassan, Marwan		Public Notes Students must select one discussion section from L2A, L2B, L2C, L2D, L2E, L2G, L2H, L2I.
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Multiple instructors		Public Notes Students must select one laboratory section from L01, L02, L03, L04, L05, L06, L07, L08, or L09. Instructors Hale, Kate \| Koppes, Michele

Introduction to Atmospheric Environments

GEOS 200

liu-tina

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Laboratory required

Physical principles underlying weather and climates. Thermal, moisture and wind climates from the scale of plants and animals to the globe. Daily weather systems and climate change. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V (or GEOB_V) 200, GEOS_V (or GEOB_V) 204, or APBI_V 244. This course is recommended for students with credit in one of GEOS_V 102, GEOB_V 102, or second-year standing in science. [3-2*-0] Equivalency: APBI_V 244 and GEOB_V 200.

Sections (6)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

09:30 - 11:00

Liu, Tina

Public Notes

Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, L1C, L1D, or L1E.

Equivalency: APBI 244. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS 200 or APBI 244.

Laboratory Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	11:00 - 13:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	13:00 - 15:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	09:00 - 11:00
L1D	1	In-Person	Laboratory	W	11:00 - 13:00
L1E	1	In-Person	Laboratory	W	13:00 - 15:00

Introduction to Atmospheric Environments

GEOS 200

liu-tina

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (5)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	09:30 - 11:00	Liu, Tina		Public Notes Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, L1C, L1D, or L1E. Equivalency: APBI 244. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS 200 or APBI 244.

Landscapes: Introduction to Geomorphology

GEOS 206

turley-mike

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Earth surface processes shaping the landscape; identification of hazards and hazardous areas associated with these processes; introduction to techniques for measurement and analysis at various spatial and time scales; field trips are required. This course is recommended for students with credit in one of GEOB_V 103, GEOS_V 103, EOSC_V 110, PHYS_V 101, PHYS_V 106, PHYS_V 107, PHYS_V 117, PHYS_V 131, PHYS_V 157, SCIE_V 001. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 206 or GEOS_V 206. Equivalency: GEOB_V 206

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Turley, Mike

Landscapes: Introduction to Geomorphology

GEOS 206

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30

Introduction to Biodiversity

GEOS 207

williams-jennifer

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Laboratory required

Geographical ecology emphasizing contemporary species distributions at local to global spatial scales, population and community dynamics, and human impacts. Labs emphasize collecting data (sometimes outdoors) and interpreting results. This course is recommended for students with credit in one of GEOB_V 102, GEOS_V 102. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 207 or GEOS_V 207. Equivalency: GEOB_V 207

Sections (3)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

101

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

09:30 - 11:00

Williams, Jennifer

Public Notes

Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, or L1C.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L1A, L1B.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	14:00 - 16:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	12:00 - 14:00

Geographic Information Science

GEOS 270

yazdanpanah-hojjatollah everhart-avery

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Laboratory required

Computer-based graphical methods of data input and analysis. Emphasis on data visualization techniques such as cartographic modelling and exploratory data analysis. [2-2-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 270 or GEOS_V 270. Equivalency: GEOB_V 270.

Sections (14)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

15:30 - 17:00

Yazdanpanah, Hojjatollah

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, L1C, L1D, L1E or L1F.

Laboratory Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Laboratory	W	12:00 - 14:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	10:00 - 12:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	12:00 - 14:00
L1D	1	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	14:00 - 16:00
L1E	1	In-Person	Laboratory	F	10:00 - 12:00
L1F	1	In-Person	Laboratory	F	12:00 - 14:00

201

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

14:00 - 15:30

Everhart, Avery

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, L2C, L2D, L2E, L2F.

Laboratory Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Laboratory	M	10:00 - 12:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Laboratory	T	10:00 - 12:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	12:00 - 14:00
L2D	2	In-Person	Laboratory	W	12:00 - 14:00
L2E	2	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	16:00 - 18:00
L2F	2	In-Person	Laboratory	T	12:00 - 14:00

Geographic Information Science

GEOS 270

everhart-avery

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Sections (14)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Everhart, Avery		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, L1C, L1D, L1E or L1F.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Everhart, Avery		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, L2C, L2D, L2E, L2F.

Microscale Weather and Climate

GEOS 300

lague-marysa

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Meteorology and climatology at the micro-, local, and meso-scales. Interactions between land surfaces and atmosphere. Basics of atmospheric turbulence and transfer processes. Microclimates on scales of a leaf to those of a large valley. Recommended prerequisites: one of GEOB_V 200, GEOS_V 200, GEOB_V 204, GEOS_V 204, ATSC_V 201. [3-0-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 300 or GEOS_V 300. Equivalency: GEOB_V 300.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Lague, Marysa

Microscale Weather and Climate

GEOS 300

lague-marysa

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Lague, Marysa

Introduction to Hydrology

GEOS 305

hale-kate

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Principles of hydrology at site, watershed, and larger regional scales. Introduction to techniques of measurement and analysis. Emphasizes surface water hydrology of western North America. Recommended prerequisites: one of GEOB_V 200, GEOS_V 200, GEOB_V 204, GEOS_V 204, APBI_V 244, ATSC_V 201, and one of PHYS_V 100-level or CHEM_V 123. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 305 or GEOS_V 305. Equivalency: GEOB_V 305.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00	Hale, Kate		Public Notes Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, or L1B.

Introduction to Hydrology

GEOS 305

hale-kate

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Hale, Kate		Public Notes Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, or L1B.

Paleoecology: Lessons from Ancient Earth

GEOS 306

hewitt-nina

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Paleoecology of terrestrial ecosystems, particularly during the Quaternary, application of historical context to inform contemporary policy and management dilemmas, and including a foundation in relevant ecosystem and ecological concepts. This course is recommended for students with credit in one of GEOB_V 102, GEOS_V 102, GEOB_V 200, GEOS_V 200, GEOB_V 204, GEOS_V 204, GEOB_V 207, GEOS_V 207, GEOS_V 307, GEOG_V 211, BIOL_V 230 or EOSC_V 340. [3-0-0]

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Hewitt, Nina

Biogeography and Global Change

GEOS 307

kuhn-mckenzie

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Biogeographic concepts in understanding responses in ecosystems to environmental change at global, regional, and local scales. Conservation issues such as the loss of biodiversity and endangered species. Recommended prerequisites: one of BIOL_V 230, GEOB_V 207, GEOS_V 207, FRST_V 201. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 307 or GEOS_V 307. Equivalency: GEOB_V 307.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Kuhn, Mckenzie		Public Notes Students must select one laboratory section from L2A or L2B.

Biogeography and Global Change

GEOS 307

williams-jennifer

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Biogeographic concepts in understanding responses in ecosystems to environmental change at global, regional, and local scales. Conservation issues such as the loss of biodiversity and endangered species. This course is recommended for students who have credit in one of BIOL_V 121, BIOL_V 230, GEOS_V 102, GEOB_V 207, GEOS_V 207, FRST_V 201. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 307 or GEOS_V 307. Equivalency: GEOB_V 307.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Williams, Jennifer

Earth's Recent Past: Climate Change, Glaciers and Landforms

GEOS 308

koppes-michele

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Quaternary landscape development emphasizing the history of glaciation with special reference to western North America; applications of geomorphology in resource development and land management; interpretation of Quaternary materials. This course is recommended for students with credit in one of EOSC_V 320, EOSC_V 330, GEOB_V 206, GEOS_V 206. [3-2*-0] Credit will only be granted for one of GEOB_V 308 or GEOS_V 308. Equivalency: GEOB_V 308.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Koppes, Michele		Public Notes This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power* requirement. You can visit* https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Some seats are restricted until January 4. After that point, available seats will be open to all students. The waitlist will be removed on January 8. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register

Advanced Geographic Information Science

GEOS 370

liu-tina armistead-corrine

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Laboratory requiredPre-requisite

Theoretical and practical aspects of Geographic Information Systems, including cartographic modelling, digital terrain models, management issues, and spatial interpolation. Recommended prerequisites: Third-year standing in ENSC, GEOG, ENST, URST, or GEOS (or GEOB) specializations, with some introductory knowledge of GIS. [2-2-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 370 or GEOS_V 370. Equivalency: GEOB_V 370.

Sections (8)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

201

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

14:00 - 15:30

Armistead, Corrine

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, or L2C.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L2A, L2B, L2C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Laboratory	M	12:00 - 14:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Laboratory	W	16:00 - 18:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Laboratory	F	12:00 - 14:00

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

14:00 - 15:30

Liu, Tina

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, or L1C.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L1A, L1B, L1C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Laboratory	M	12:00 - 14:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	10:00 - 12:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Laboratory	T	14:00 - 16:00

Advanced Geographic Information Science

GEOS 370

bergmann-luke liu-tina

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Sections (8)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Bergmann, Luke		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, or L1C.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Liu, Tina		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, or L2C.

Cartography

GEOS 372

mooney-dawn

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Laboratory requiredPre-requisite

Cartographic methods: development of cartography; projections; data ordering, compilation and symbolization; cartographic design, map reproduction. Recommended prerequisites: one of GEOB_V 102, GEOS_V 102, GEOB_V 103, GEOS_V 103. [2-2-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 372 or GEOS_V 372. Equivalency: GEOB_V 372.

Sections (8)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

11:00 - 12:00

Mooney, Dawn

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, or L1C.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L1A, L1B, L1C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Laboratory	M	14:00 - 16:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Laboratory	W	12:00 - 14:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	16:00 - 18:00

201

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

11:00 - 12:00

Mooney, Dawn

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, or L2C.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L2A, L2B, L2C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Laboratory	M	12:00 - 14:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Laboratory	F	10:00 - 12:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Laboratory	F	12:00 - 14:00

Cartography

GEOS 372

mooney-dawn

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Sections (8)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	10:00 - 11:00	Mooney, Dawn		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L1A, L1B, or L1C.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:00	Mooney, Dawn		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, or L2C.

Remote Sensing: Monitoring Earth's Surface from Afar

GEOS 373

al-ghorani-nisreen

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Laboratory required

Aerial photography; measurement from aerial photographs; photo-interpretation in geographic analysis; remote sensing of the earth's surface and atmosphere. This course is recommended for students with credit in one of GEOB_V 270, GEOS_V 270, or third-year standing in ENSC or GEOS (or GEOB) specializations. [3-2*-0] Credit will only be granted for one of GEOB_V 373 or GEOS_V 373. Equivalency: GEOB_V 373.

Sections (4)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

201

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

15:30 - 17:00

Al-ghorani, Nisreen

Public Notes

This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class.
Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, or L2C.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L2A, L2B, L2C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Laboratory	T	14:00 - 16:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Laboratory	T	16:00 - 18:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Laboratory	Th	14:00 - 16:00

Remote Sensing: Monitoring Earth's Surface from Afar

GEOS 373

al-ghorani-nisreen

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (4)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Al-ghorani, Nisreen		Public Notes This course requires a $20.00 lab fee, to be paid during the first month of class. Students must select one laboratory section from L2A, L2B, or L2C.

Global Change Science

GEOS 400

kuhn-mckenzie

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Processes controlling the planetary cycles of elements like carbon, nitrogen and phosphorus, the human perturbation of these biogeochemical cycles, and the consequences for the atmosphere, terrestrial ecosystems, and aquatic ecosystems. Recommended prerequisites: either (a) SCIE_V 001 or b) BIOL_V 121 and one of CHEM_V 110, CHEM_V 111, CHEM_V 120, CHEM_V 121, CHEM_V 141. Fourth-year standing is also required. [3-0-1] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 400 or GEOS_V 400. Equivalency: GEOB_V 400.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M	14:00 - 17:00	Kuhn, Mckenzie

Urban Meteorology

GEOS 401

stewart-iain

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

The impact of urbanization upon atmospheric processes and climates. The energy and water balances of cities. Meteorological effects (urban heat island, precipitation modification, etc.) and their significance. Models of the urban atmosphere. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: One of GEOB_V 204, GEOS_V 204, GEOB_V 300, GEOS_V 300, AGRO_V 244, APBI_V 244. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 401 or GEOS_V 401. Equivalency: GEOB_V 401.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Online	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Stewart, Iain

Urban Meteorology

GEOS 401

stewart-iain

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Online	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Stewart, Iain		Public Notes This online lecture has a synchronous scheduled meeting time.

Vegetation Dynamics: Disturbance, Climate and Human Impacts

GEOS 407

pearson-audrey

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Laboratory requiredPre-requisite

Investigation of vegetation dynamics integrating theory and research to address contemporary issues of global environmental change. Students will conduct fieldwork and learn to analyze data and interpret results. [2-3-0] Prerequisite: One of BIOL_V 230, GEOB_V 207, GEOS_V 207, FRST_V 201. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 407 or GEOS_V 407. Equivalency: GEOB_V 407.

Sections (2)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

201

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

14:00 - 15:00

Pearson, Audrey

Public Notes

Students must also select the required laboratory section L2A.

Laboratory Required

Please note that this course has lecture and laboratory components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The laboratorys associated with this lecture include: L2A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Laboratory	W	15:00 - 17:00

Vegetation Dynamics: Disturbance, Climate and Human Impacts

GEOS 407

williams-jennifer

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	13:00 - 14:00	Williams, Jennifer		Public Notes Students must also select the required laboratory section L2A.

The Changing Cryosphere: Snow, Ice and Climate Change

GEOS 408

koppes-michele

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Formation of ice masses and their evolution including snowpacks, glaciers, and ice sheets. Relationships between ice and climate including records of climate change, glacier dynamics and ice-related hazards. [3-0-0] Prerequisite: One of PHYS_V 101, PHYS_V 106, PHYS_V 107, PHYS_V 117, PHYS_V 131, PHYS_V 157, SCIE_V 001, and one of GEOB_V 206, GEOS_V 206, GEOB_V 305, GEOS_V 305, GEOB_V 308, GEOS_V 308. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB _V 408 or GEOS _V 408. Equivalency: GEOB_V 408.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	W	11:00 - 14:00	Koppes, Michele

River Restoration: Science and Society

GEOS 415

hassan-marwan

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Projects designed to give students research development and design experience. Projects are provided by research faculty in Science and Engineering and from local industry. Recommended prerequisites: one of GEOB_V 206, GEOS_V 206, GEOB_V 305, GEOS_V 305, GEOB_V 405, GEOS_V 405, GEOB_V 406, GEOS_V 406, EOSC_V 325, EOSC_V 329, EOSC_V 330. [3-0-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 415 or GEOS_V 415. Equivalency: GEOB_V 415.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	11:00 - 14:00	Hassan, Marwan

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - DRCT ST GEOGSCIE

GEOS 448A

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

For fourth-year students in Geography to permit investigation of a topic to be agreed upon by a member of the faculty and the student. Permission of the department head and of a supervisory faculty member is required. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 448 or GEOS_V 448. Equivalency: GEOB_V 448.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Independent Study					Public Notes This section is blocked from registration. Contact the department for further details.

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - DRCT ST GEOGSCIE

GEOS 448A

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Independent Study					Public Notes This section is blocked from registration. Contact the department for further details.

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - DRCT ST GEOGSCIE

GEOS 448B

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Independent Study					Public Notes This section is blocked from registration. Contact the department for further details.

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - DRCT ST GEOGSCIE

GEOS 448B

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Independent Study					Public Notes This section is blocked from registration. Contact the department for further details.

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - DRCT ST GEOGSCIE

GEOS 448G

2026 Winter TermCredits: 4

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
G_101	1	In-Person	Independent Study					Public Notes This section is blocked from registration. Contact the department for further details.

Undergraduate Thesis - Undergraduate Thesis

GEOS 449A

2025 Winter TermCredits: 6

Original research on an approved topic, developed under the guidance of a faculty member. Open to 4th year students in Geographical Sciences with appropriate background courses related to the research topic, and permission of the directing faculty member. The 3-credit option is only available to students who complete GEOS_V 449 in tandem with GEOS_V 409. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 449 or GEOS_V 449. Equivalency: GEOB_V 449.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_001	1-2	In-Person	Thesis

Undergraduate Thesis - Undergraduate Thesis

GEOS 449A

2026 Winter TermCredits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_001	1-2	In-Person	Thesis					Public Notes This section is blocked from registration. Contact the department for further details.

Research in Cartography

GEOS 472

bergmann-luke

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3Pre-requisite

Use of cartography in primary research applications. Discussion of contemporary topics in cognitive, social, and technical cartography and data visualization. Recommended prerequisites: one of GEOB_V 270, GEOS_V 270, GEOB_V 372, GEOS_V 372. [3-2*-0] Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 472 or GEOS_V 472. Equivalency: GEOB_V 472.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Bergmann, Luke

Theory and Practice of Research in Geographical Sciences

GEOS 500

koppes-michele

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 500 or GEOB_V 500. Restricted to M.A.GEOG, M.Sc. GEOG, or PhD GEOG. Equivalency: GEOB_V 500.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 17:00	Koppes, Michele

Theory and Practice of Research in Geographical Sciences

GEOS 500

kuhn-mckenzie williams-jennifer

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 500 or GEOB_V 500. Restricted to M.A.GEOG, M.Sc. GEOG, or PhD GEOG. Equivalency: GEOB_V 500.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 17:00	Multiple instructors		Instructors Kuhn, Mckenzie \| Williams, Jennifer

Topics in Geomorphology and Hydrology - Topics in Geomorphology and Hydrology

GEOS 503A

hale-kate

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 503 or GEOB_V 503. Equivalency: GEOB_V 503.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	F	11:00 - 14:00	Hale, Kate

Topics in Climate Studies - Earth System Modelling

GEOS 504B

lague-marysa

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 504 or GEOB_V 504. Equivalency: GEOB_V 504.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Lague, Marysa		Public Notes Principles and practice of Earth system modeling, with hands‑on training in the use of CMIP‑class models and reanalysis data. Students learn how to access, analyze, interpret, and design scientifically sound analysis using Earth system model output, and to design and perform Earth system model simulations.

Population Dynamics in Time and Space: Models, Data and Application

GEOS 506

williams-jennifer

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Mathematical models are fundamental for describing and predicting population dynamics in time and space. Emphasis on implementation of theoretical and applied population models of plants and animals. Recommended: Undergraduate coursework in ecology and experience using statistical software (contact instructor for more information). Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 506 or GEOS_V 506. Equivalency: GEOB_V 506.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	09:30 - 12:30	Williams, Jennifer

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences

GEOS 507A

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 507 or GEOB_V 507. Equivalency: GEOB_V 507.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Independent Study					Public Notes Registration for this section is restricted. Please contact the department for more information.

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences

GEOS 507B

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 507 or GEOB_V 507. Equivalency: GEOB_V 507.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Independent Study

Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences - Directed Studies in Geographical Sciences

GEOS 507E

koppes-michele

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 1.5

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 507 or GEOB_V 507. Equivalency: GEOB_V 507.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
E_201	2	In-Person	Independent Study	T	14:00 - 17:00	Koppes, Michele

Advanced Seminar in Geomorphology - Advanced Seminar in Geomorphology

GEOS 508B

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

Credit will be granted for only one of GEOS_V 508 or GEOB_V 508. Equivalency: GEOB_V 508.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar

Master's Thesis

GEOS 599

2025 Winter TermCredits: 15

Pass/Fail. Restricted to MSc in Geography students. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 599 or GEOS_V 599.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
003	2	In-Person	Thesis
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
002	1	In-Person	Thesis

Master's Thesis

GEOS 599

2026 Winter TermCredits: 15

Pass/Fail. Restricted to MSc in Geography students. Credit will be granted for only one of GEOB_V 599 or GEOS_V 599.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
002	1	In-Person	Thesis
003	2	In-Person	Thesis

What is History?

HIST 100

booker-courtney

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The discipline of history through the study of questions, sources, methods, and controversies. Includes case studies of key turning points in world history to examine what historians do and why it matters.

Sections (4)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	10:00 - 11:00	Booker, Courtney		Public Notes This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion.

What is History?

HIST 100

thrush-coll booker-courtney

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Discussion required

Sections (8)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

201

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

11:00 - 12:00

Thrush, Coll

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion Sections - please register to both the Lecture and a Discussion Section.

Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L2A, L2B, L2C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	15:00 - 16:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00

101

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

10:00 - 11:00

Booker, Courtney

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L1A, L1B, L1C.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Discussion	Th	15:00 - 16:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00

Global History to 1500 CE

HIST 101

knutson-sara-ann

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 6

Introduction to premodern human societies of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas and cultural, political, social, economic, and religious exchanges from a global history perspective and introduction to historical practices.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
001	1-2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	10:00 - 11:00	Knutson, Sara Ann

World History Since 1900

HIST 103

lee-steven-hugh

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 6Discussion required

International relations; changes in the nation-state system; the emergence and impact of major political ideologies; genocide; decolonization; the globalization of trade; and the dynamics of economic, social, cultural, and environmental change in a global context.

Sections (6)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

001

1-2

In-Person

Lecture

18:00 - 20:00

Lee, Steven Hugh

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L01	1-2	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L02	1-2	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L03	1-2	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00
L04	1-2	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00
L05	1-2	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00

Topics in World History - History of International Law

HIST 104A

miller-bradley

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Thematically-organized topics will explore global aspects of human experience across time. Each section will examine a single theme. Check with the department for course offerings.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_227	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Miller, Bradley		Public Notes This course is a part of the Coordinated Arts Program (CAP), Law & Society stream. Students must register for both Term 1 and Term 2 courses in CAP. Follow the prompts to register for all stream seminars (1), lectures (2), and tutorials (1) each term. For step-by-step instructions go to: https://cap.arts.ubc.ca/program/registration/ If you encounter any issues with registering into CAP, please contact us at support.fyip@ubc.ca
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Miller, Bradley		Public Notes This section of HIST 104A is open to all students.

Global History from the 15th to 20th Century

HIST 112

morton-david christopoulos-john lanthier-michael fairey-jack

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Discussion required

Survey of global history from the 15th to the 20th century, a transformative period marked by profound social, political, economic and environmental changes.

Sections (23)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

203

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

15:00 - 16:00

Morton, David

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L3A	2	In-Person	Discussion	M	16:00 - 17:00
L3B	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	16:00 - 17:00
L3C	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	16:00 - 17:00
L3D	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00
L3E	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	13:00 - 14:00
L3H	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00

102

In-Person

Lecture

15:30 - 17:30

Christopoulos, John

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	17:30 - 18:30
L2B	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	17:30 - 18:30
L2C	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	15:00 - 16:00
L2E	1	In-Person	Discussion	Th	13:00 - 14:00
L2H	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00
L2J	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00
L2K	1	Online	Discussion

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

15:00 - 16:00

Lanthier, Michael

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Discussion	M	16:00 - 17:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	14:00 - 15:00
L1D	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	16:00 - 17:00
L1E	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00
L1F	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	13:00 - 14:00

204

Online

Lecture

Fairey, Jack

Public Notes

This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

This course is fully online and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times. Students complete the course material on their own schedule.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L4A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L4A	2	Online	Discussion

Global History from the 15th to 20th Century

HIST 112

christopoulos-john morton-david yin-shoufu sheffield-crystal

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Discussion required

Survey of global history from the 15th to the 20th century, a transformative period marked by profound social, political, economic and environmental changes.

Sections (31)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

102

In-Person

Lecture

15:30 - 17:30

Christopoulos, John

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	1	In-Person	Discussion	M	17:30 - 18:30
L2B	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	13:00 - 14:00
L2D	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	15:00 - 16:00
L2F	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00
L2G	1	Online	Discussion
L2H	1	In-Person	Discussion	M	12:00 - 13:00
L2I	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	12:00 - 13:00
L2J	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	14:00 - 15:00

203

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

11:00 - 12:00

Morton, David

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion.

Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027.For more information, please see the History Department website

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L3A	2	In-Person	Discussion	M	16:00 - 17:00
L3B	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	16:00 - 17:00
L3C	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	16:00 - 17:00
L3D	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	13:00 - 14:00
L3E	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	16:00 - 17:00
L3F	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00
L3G	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00

204

In-Person

Lecture

15:30 - 17:30

Yin, Shoufu

Public Notes

This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion.

Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027.For more information, please see the History Department website

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L4A	2	In-Person	Discussion	M	14:00 - 15:00
L4B	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	11:00 - 12:00
L4C	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	14:00 - 15:00
L4D	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	14:00 - 15:00
L4E	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	13:00 - 14:00
L4F	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L4G	2	Online	Discussion

101

In-Person

Lecture

11:00 - 13:00

Sheffield, Crystal

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	15:00 - 16:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	16:00 - 17:00
L1D	1	In-Person	Discussion	Th	13:00 - 14:00
L1E	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	13:00 - 14:00
L1F	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00

Global History Since 1900

HIST 113

lanthier-michael silver-lara tworek-heidi brain-robert unwalla-pheroze

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Discussion required

Historical survey of the 20th and 21st centuries. Includes international relations, colonialism, decolonization, and political ideologies. Application of historical sources and methods to examine the dynamics of change in a global context.

Sections (23)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

V01

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

09:30 - 10:30

Lanthier, Michael

Public Notes

This section is reserved for Vantage One Arts students only.

104

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

11:00 - 12:00

Silver, Lara

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L4A, L4B, L4E.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L4A	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	12:00 - 13:00
L4B	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	13:00 - 14:00
L4E	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	09:00 - 10:00

202

In-Person

Lecture

12:00 - 14:00

Tworek, Heidi

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Discussion	T	14:00 - 15:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Discussion	T	15:00 - 16:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Discussion	T	14:00 - 15:00
L2D	2	In-Person	Discussion	W	15:00 - 16:00
L2G	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L2H	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

13:00 - 14:00

Brain, Robert

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	14:00 - 15:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	15:00 - 16:00
L1G	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00
L1J	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00

203

Online

Lecture

Unwalla, Pheroze

Public Notes

This section of 113 relays a global history of genocide in the 20th and 21st centuries.

This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

This course is fully online and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times. Students complete the course material on their own schedule.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L3A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L3A	2	Online	Discussion

Global History Since 1900

HIST 113

silver-lara brain-robert bryce-benjamin paris-leslie lanthier-michael unwalla-pheroze

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Discussion required

Sections (38)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

202

In-Person

Lecture

12:00 - 14:00

Silver, Lara

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	In-Person	Discussion	T	14:00 - 15:00
L2B	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	12:00 - 13:00
L2C	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	13:00 - 14:00
L2D	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	09:00 - 10:00
L2E	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

13:00 - 14:00

Brain, Robert

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026.For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Discussion	T	14:00 - 15:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	15:00 - 16:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Discussion	Th	15:00 - 16:00
L1D	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L1E	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00

227

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

14:00 - 15:00

Bryce, Benjamin

Public Notes

This course is a part of the Coordinated Arts Program (CAP), Environment and Society stream.

Students must register for both Term 1 and Term 2 courses in CAP.

Follow the prompts to register for all stream seminars (1), lectures (2), and tutorials (1-2) each term. For step-by-step instructions go to: https://cap.arts.ubc.ca/program/registration/

If you encounter any issues with registering into CAP, or if the course is full, please contact us at support.fyip@ubc.ca

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
CD1	2	In-Person	Discussion	T	15:00 - 16:00
CD2	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	15:00 - 16:00
CD3	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	16:00 - 17:00
CD4	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	09:00 - 10:00
CD5	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00

104

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

10:00 - 11:00

Paris, Leslie

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026.For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L4A	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	14:00 - 15:00
L4B	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	15:00 - 16:00
L4C	1	In-Person	Discussion	Th	16:00 - 17:00
L4D	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00
L4E	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	13:00 - 14:00

V01

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

09:00 - 10:00

Lanthier, Michael

Public Notes

This section is reserved for Vantage One Arts students only.

103

Online

Lecture

Unwalla, Pheroze

Public Notes

Online asynchronous

This section of HIST 113 relays a global history of genocide in the 20th and 21st centuries.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026.For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L3A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L3A	1	Online	Discussion

228

In-Person

Lecture

T, Th

14:00 - 15:00

Bryce, Benjamin

Public Notes

This course is a part of the Coordinated Arts Program (CAP), Law and Society stream.

Students must register for both Term 1 and Term 2 courses in CAP.

Follow the prompts to register for all stream seminars (1) and lectures (2) each term, and tutorial(s) (1-2) each term. For step-by-step instructions go to https://cap.arts.ubc.ca/program/registration/

If you encounter any issues with registration into CAP, or if the course is full, please contact us at support.fyip@ubc.ca

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
LS1	2	In-Person	Discussion	T	15:00 - 16:00
LS2	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	15:00 - 16:00
LS3	2	In-Person	Discussion	Th	16:00 - 17:00
LS4	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	09:00 - 10:00
LS5	2	In-Person	Discussion	F	12:00 - 13:00

Asia and the World - Asia and the World

HIST 200A

mccormick-kelly

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The political, economic, social, cultural, and human interactions between Asia and the world, inter-Asian relations, Asian diaspora, colonialism, war and the social consequences of conflict, decolonization, industrial growth, and developing world issues.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	Other Distance Mode	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes In 25W, Lectures for HIST 200a will be held in person and recorded. Students have the option to attend in-person OR participate live on Zoom OR watch the recorded Zoom lecture at a later date.

History Through Photographs

HIST 201

mccormick-kelly

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The discipline of history through the study of photographs. Explores themes such as colonialism, orientalism, the mass media, representations of gender and sexuality, and protest through photographic evidence.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Other Distance Mode	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes In 25W, lectures for HIST 201 will be held in person and recorded. Students have the option to attend in-person OR participate live on Zoom OR watch the recorded Zoom lecture at a later date.

History Through Photographs

HIST 201

mccormick-kelly

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Other Distance Mode	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes Lectures for HIST 201 will be held in person and recorded. Students have the option to attend in-person OR participate live on Zoom OR watch the recorded Zoom lecture at a later date. All seats are prioritized for Arts students only. This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power requirement. You can visit https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until [5 January 2027]. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after [5 January 2027]. Seat availability is not guaranteed. The waitlist will be removed on [18 January 2027]. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register.

Gateway to the Middle Ages - Gateway to the Middle Ages

HIST 202A

knutson-sara-ann

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Problems and themes of medieval European History through the close study of the people and cultures that produced them.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

The Global War on Terror

HIST 203

unwalla-pheroze

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Critically examines the origins, impacts, and legacies of the nebulous “Global War on Terror”.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Unwalla, Pheroze

The Global War on Terror

HIST 203

unwalla-pheroze

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Critically examines the origins, impacts, and legacies of the nebulous “Global War on Terror”.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Unwalla, Pheroze		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History Through Video Games

HIST 204

sun-cheuk-him-ryan

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Exploration of global histories through video games and uses of video games for research by historians.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	T	15:30 - 17:00	Sun, Cheuk Him Ryan		Public Notes In person lectures on Tuesdays 3:30-5:00; recorded and available for students online and asynchronously; one additional hour of online asynchronous activities. Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Magic, Miracles, and Witchcraft: The Supernatural in Medieval Europe

HIST 206

effros-bonnie

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Social, religious, and political functions of the supernatural in late antique, early medieval, and medieval European society (400-1400 CE). Emphasis on the different roles and impacts of magic, witchcraft, and the occult in pre-modern European conceptions of the cosmos.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Effros, Bonnie

Global Environmental History

HIST 207

loo-tina

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The impact humans have had on the environment, and the ways in which the physical environment has shaped human history: climate, agriculture, energy use, and urbanization. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 207 or HIST_V 106. Equivalency: HIST_V 106

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	11:00 - 12:30	Loo, Tina		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.
227	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	11:00 - 12:30	Loo, Tina		Public Notes This course is a part of the Coordinated Arts Program (CAP), Environment & Society stream. Students must register for both Term 1 and Term 2 courses in CAP. Follow the prompts to register for all stream seminars (1), lectures (2), and tutorials (1) each term. For step-by-step instructions go to: https://cap.arts.ubc.ca/program/registration/ If you encounter any issues with registering into CAP, please contact us at support.fyip@ubc.ca

Global Environmental History

HIST 207

glassheim-eagle

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	11:00 - 12:30	Glassheim, Eagle		Public Notes This course is hybrid and it will have in-person lectures once a week, as well as weekly online modules and discussions on Canvas. Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Global Indigenous Histories

HIST 208

thrush-coll

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

An introduction to the experiences of Indigenous peoples and the nature of colonialisms around the world since 1500, and an introduction to historical practices and perspectives. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 208 or HIST_V 107. Equivalency: HIST_V 107

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Thrush, Coll		Public Notes Approved course for Arts Place and Power credit requirement.

Global Indigenous Histories

HIST 208

allard-dane

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Allard, Dane		Public Notes All seats are prioritized for Arts students only. This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power requirement. You can visit https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until [5 January 2027]. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after [5 January 2027]. Seat availability is not guaranteed. The waitlist will be removed on [18 January 2027]. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register.

Global History Before 1500: Eurasia

HIST 217

knutson-sara-ann

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Introduction to historical practices in global history and their applications to the study of human societies across Eurasia up to 1500 CE. Includes introduction to historical analysis of primary source texts, materials, and images. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 217 or HIST_V 101.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Global History Before 1500: Africa and the Americas

HIST 218

knutson-sara-ann

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Introduction to historical practices in global history and their applications to the study of human societies across Africa and the Americas up to 1500 CE. Includes introduction to historical analysis of primary source texts, materials, images, and oral traditions. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 218 or HIST_V 101.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	11:00 - 12:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Europe - History of Europe

HIST 220A

lanthier-michael timmermann-joshua

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected themes and historical approaches in European history; may include Europe's history of religious conflict, state formation, colonialism, nationalism, industrialization, revolution, total war, globalization, genocide, or environmental change.

Sections (4)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T	15:30 - 17:00	Lanthier, Michael		Public Notes This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.
A_101	1	Online	Lecture			Timmermann, Joshua		Public Notes This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion that is taught by the same instructor. This course is fully online and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times. Students complete the course material on their own schedule.

History of Europe - History of Europe

HIST 220A

timmermann-joshua

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	Online	Lecture			Timmermann, Joshua		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Canada: Moments that Matter

HIST 235

loo-tina ducharme-michel

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

An introduction to major turning points in Canadian history. Exploration of the social, political, cultural, and environmental transformations/revolutions that have shaped Canada from early European colonialism to the twenty-first century.

Sections (7)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	M, W	10:00 - 11:00	Loo, Tina		Public Notes This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion that is taught by the same instructor. This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	13:00 - 14:00	Ducharme, Michel		Public Notes This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

History of Canada: Moments that Matter

HIST 235

ducharme-michel loo-tina

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3Discussion required

Sections (13)

Section

Term

Delivery Mode

Format

Day(s)

Time(s)

Instructor(s)

Syllabus

Details Data

Details

101

In-Person

Lecture

M, W

13:00 - 14:00

Ducharme, Michel

Public Notes

This Lecture has Discussion sections - please register for both the Lecture and a Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026

After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Discussion Required

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L1A	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	14:00 - 15:00
L1B	1	In-Person	Discussion	W	12:00 - 13:00
L1C	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L1D	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	10:00 - 11:00
L1E	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	11:00 - 12:00
L1F	1	In-Person	Discussion	F	14:00 - 15:00

201

Hybrid

Lecture

M, W

10:00 - 11:00

Loo, Tina

Public Notes

This Lecture has a Discussion section - please register for both the Lecture and the Discussion that is taught by the same instructor.

Lecture will be in person on Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00-11:00; Discussion will be online.

Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: L2A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
L2A	2	Online	Discussion

103

Online

Lecture

17:30 - 19:30

Public Notes

This section of HIST 235 is restricted to students in the NiTEP program, and will be offered online and synchronous.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: N3A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
N3A	1	Online	Discussion

102

Online

Lecture

17:30 - 19:30

Public Notes

This section of HIST 235 is restricted to students in the NiTEP program, and will be offered online and synchronous.

Discussion Required

Please note that this course has lecture and discussion components. If the course isn't full, please register for both components. The discussions associated with this lecture include: N2A.

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)
N2A	1	Online	Discussion

Introduction to Public History in Canada: Confronting the Canadian Past

HIST 236

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

An introduction to public history in Canada that explores the politics and practice of representing the past in a variety of sites, such as museums, monuments, and films, and examines questions of historical interpretation, memory, and audience.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
202	2	Online	Lecture	Th	17:30 - 19:30
201	2	Online	Lecture	W	17:30 - 19:30

History of the United States - History of the United States

HIST 237A

wang-jessica sheffield-crystal

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Survey from colonial period to present examining political system, slavery, Civil War, race relations and civil rights, westward expansion, industrialization, feminism, expanding international presence, Cold War, and modern culture.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	15:00 - 16:00	Wang, Jessica
A_202	2	Online	Lecture			Sheffield, Crystal		Public Notes This section is online asynchronous.

Health, Illness and Medicine I: From the Ancient World to the Early Modern Period

HIST 240

christopoulos-john

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History of western medicine, from the Ancient World to the Enlightenment, with a focus on social and cultural ideas surrounding the body, health, and disease, and the development of medical institutions.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	15:30 - 17:00	Christopoulos, John		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.

Health, Illness and Medicine

HIST 240

christopoulos-john

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History of health, illness and medicine from the Ancient to the modern world.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	15:30 - 17:00	Christopoulos, John		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Latin American History - Latin American History

HIST 250A

bryce-benjamin

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Exploring themes of colonialism, indigenous life, national imaginaries, dictatorships and transitions to democracy through different forms of telling Latin American history. Includes epistolary writing, maps, eyewitness accounts, chronicles, actions, novels, films, built environment and city plans, testimonios, and plays.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Bryce, Benjamin		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Modern Caribbean History

HIST 252

hall-alycia

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

A survey of social, cultural and political history of Anglophone, Francophone and Spanish Caribbean from the Haitian Revolution to the present.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	W	15:30 - 17:00	Hall, Alycia		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.

Science, Medicine, and Technology in the Ancient and Medieval Worlds

HIST 259

kojevnikov-alexei

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The history of science, medicine, and technology, emphasizing networks, exchanges, and encounters in a global context.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Kojevnikov, Alexei

Science and Society in the Contemporary World

HIST 260

brain-robert

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

An introduction to the historical development, conceptual foundations, and cultural significance of contemporary science. Themes will vary from year to year. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 260 or PHIL_V 260. Equivalency: PHIL_V 260.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Brain, Robert

Science and Society in the Contemporary World

HIST 260

kojevnikov-alexei

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Kojevnikov, Alexei		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Japan and Global History, 1550 - 1900

HIST 271

agov-avram

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Thematic study of comparisons and relations between Japan and the world outside (primarily Europe and China). Commercial expansion, systems of world order, social institutions, religious and ideological expression, and state organization.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Agov, Avram		Public Notes Waitlists for Winter Term 1 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of September 21st, 2026. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Islamic World History

HIST 280

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of the Islamic world in its global dimensions from its origins to the present day through the themes of religion, law, politics, culture, and modernity.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	Th	15:30 - 17:30			Public Notes Instructor: Jennifer Lofkrantz, lofkrant@sfu.ca Waitlists for Winter Term 2 will close the afternoon of Tuesday, January 5th, 2027 After that, all waitlisted students will be dropped from the waitlists. We encourage students to regularly monitor the course sections for available seats and self-register until the add/drop deadline of January 18th, 2027. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Vikings: Then and Now

HIST 300

knutson-sara-ann

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Historical and archaeological study of Viking-Age and premodern Scandinavia and the Vikings complex legacies in contemporary cultural heritage.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	W	15:30 - 17:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes This course is hybrid and features an asynchronous weekly lecture and a required in-person weekly discussion class on Wednesdays.
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	W	12:30 - 14:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes This course is hybrid and features an asynchronous weekly lecture and a required in-person weekly discussion class on Wednesdays.

History of the Indigenous Peoples of North America - History of the Indigenous Peoples of North America

HIST 302A

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Indigenous peoples from pre-contact to the present in Canada and the U.S. Topics may include colonial frontiers, disease, fur trade, government policies, environment, gender, religion, oral narratives, activism, urbanization, and identity.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30			Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

First Contacts in the Pacific

HIST 303

thrush-coll

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

An interdisciplinary history of early European contact with the Indigenous peoples of the northwest coast of North America and the Pacific Islands. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 464 or HIST_V 303. Equivalency: HIST_V 464.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Thrush, Coll		Public Notes All seats are prioritized for Arts students only. This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power requirement. You can visit https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until 8 September, 2026. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after 8 September, 2026. Seat availability is not guaranteed. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of British Columbia

HIST 305

ishiguro-laura borys-david yakashiro-nicole

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

The social, political, cultural, environmental, and economic transformations that have made British Columbia. Topics include the histories of Indigenous and settler peoples, the modern state, migration, activism, and identity.

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Ishiguro, Laura	Public Notes Approved section for Arts Place and Power credit requirement.
201	2	Online	Lecture			Borys, David	Public Notes This course is fully online and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times. Students complete the course material on their own schedule.
202	2	In-Person	Lecture	W	15:30 - 18:30	Yakashiro, Nicole	Public Notes Approved section for Arts Place and Power credit requirement. The instructor for this course is Nicole Yakashiro, nyaka@student.ubc.ca

History of British Columbia

HIST 305

ishiguro-laura yakashiro-nicole borys-david

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Sections (4)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Ishiguro, Laura	Public Notes All seats are prioritized for Arts students only. This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power requirement. You can visit https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until 8 September, 2026. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after 8 September, 2026. Seat availability is not guaranteed. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Ishiguro, Laura	Public Notes All seats are prioritized for Arts students only. This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power requirement. You can visit https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until 5 January 2027. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after 8 September, 2026. Seat availability is not guaranteed. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
102	1	In-Person	Lecture	M	15:30 - 18:30	Yakashiro, Nicole	Public Notes All seats are prioritized for Arts students only. This is an approved course section for satisfying the Faculty of Arts’ Ways of Knowing - Place and Power requirement. You can visit https://www.arts.ubc.ca/degree-planning/degree-requirements/bachelor-of-arts/ for details of the requirement and the full list of approved Place and Power course sections offered for 26W. Seats are restricted to Arts students only until 8 September, 2026. After that point, available seats will also be open to non-Arts students. Therefore, non-Arts students may add themselves to the waitlist but will not be able to receive seat opening notifications until after 8 September, 2026. Seat availability is not guaranteed. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
202	2	Online	Lecture			Borys, David	Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online, asynchronously. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Children and Youth

HIST 309

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History of childhood and adolescence. Topics include education, work and play, associated ideologies, children's material and popular culture, and differences of identity based on region, class, race, and gender. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 443 or HIST_V 309. Equivalency: HIST_V 443.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30			Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

The British Empire

HIST 311

silver-lara

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The creation, development and twilight of the British Empire.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	Th	10:00 - 12:00	Silver, Lara		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Southern Africa

HIST 312

morton-david

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Pre-colonial, colonial, and contemporary, emphasizing South Africa. Credit will be granted for only one of AFST_V 312 or HIST_V 312. Equivalency: AFST_V 312

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00	Morton, David

Modern Africa

HIST 313

morton-david

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Africa in the 19th and 20th Centuries: Islamic revolutions, the end of the slave trades, colonial conquest, labour struggles, Christianity's new appeal, PanAfricanism, nationalist resistance, and decolonization. Post-independence challenges of nation-building and economic development. Cultural renaissances and the politics of tradition. Credit will be granted for only one of AFST_V 313 or HIST_V 313. Equivalency: AFST_V 313

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Morton, David		Public Notes Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with AFST_V 313-101. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in AFST_V 313-101 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Vancouver

HIST 316

yu-henry

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected themes in the history of Vancouver, exploring how the study of the past illuminates or explains major debates in the city today. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 316 or HIST_V 415 Equivalency: HIST_V 415.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	17:00 - 18:30	Yu, Henry

History of Vancouver

HIST 316

yu-henry

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	17:00 - 18:30	Yu, Henry		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Revolution and Resistance in the Third World

HIST 318

byrne-jeffrey

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Revolutionary movements in the Third World during the second half of the twentieth century; the radicalisation of anticolonial nationalism; the impact of anticolonial radicalism in the developed world; the decline of Marxism as a revolutionary inspiration. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 460 or HIST_V 318. Equivalency: HIST_V 460.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Byrne, Jeffrey		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Constitutions in Canadian History: From Pre-Contact to the Charter of Rights

HIST 320

miller-bradley

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

European precedents, Colonial self-government, Canadian Confederation, and issues such as gay rights, abortion, and First Nations land rights. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 320 or HIST_V 414. Equivalency: HIST_V 414.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Miller, Bradley

Honours Tutorial - Honours Tutorial

HIST 321B

paris-leslie

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 11:00	Paris, Leslie		Public Notes HIST 321B RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS In 2025W, title for HIST 321B is Age and Generation in History: This course considers historical approaches to the study of age, life stages, and generations. How might we think about historical subjects whose age-bound identities are always in transition? How have age and generation taken their meaning in specific political, temporal, and community contexts? Examining case studies from around the world and across historical periods, we will explore the creation and social significance of age cohorts, age-specific cultural and political phenomena, and shifts in chronological consciousness. Themes will include kinship and relations; reproduction and child-rearing; childhood and youth; rituals of various life stages; generational politics; age and power; death and dying; and the place of ghosts and ancestors in the lives of the living. Our readings will include work by historians and scholars in related fields.

Honours Tutorial - Honours Tutorial

HIST 321D

kojevnikov-alexei

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	10:00 - 12:00	Kojevnikov, Alexei		Public Notes HIST 321D 201 RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS In 2025W, the title of HIST 421D is *The Nuclear Century: Science, Bombs, and the World Order* The seminar unpacks important historical controversies surrounding the story of nuclear energy, weapons, and the changing relations between science, militarism, and society during the violent twentieth century. Readings for weekly discussions include the following topics. How did women demand and gradually win inclusion in the academic profession, contributing to the discovery of radioactivity? Was revolutionary science connected to radical politics, and how could scientists combine research with political activism? How in the course of two world wars science became part of the military-industrial complex? Moral dilemmas and political controversies of war-related research – Anglo-American, German, and Soviet nuclear projects; participating scientists’ social responsibilities and guilty conscience that continue to generate heated debates among historians. How did nuclear deterrence transform the world of international diplomacy during the Cold War, culminating in the Caribbean Crisis of 1962. Subsequent growth of anti-nuclear social movements and partially successful efforts to negotiate international agreements limiting nuclear tests, arms race, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. More recent historical developments that made it possible to manipulate the International Atomic Energy Agency and rhetoric on non-proliferation as an excuse for launching the war in Iraq. The erosion of public trust in science and the role of expert knowledge in political debates about climate change, in particular regarding the controversial status of nuclear energy.

Empires, Wars, and Revolutions in Europe and the Americas,1763-1838

HIST 323

ducharme-michel

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Political, social, cultural, and intellectual transformations that reshaped the Atlantic world between 1763 and 1838; special attention will be given to the American, French, and Haitian Revolutions, the Latin American Wars of Independence and Canadian rebellions.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Ducharme, Michel		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Inventing Canada, 1840-1896

HIST 324

ducharme-michel

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

An examination of political, cultural and national developments within the British North American colonies in the second half of the nineteenth century. Credit will not be granted for both HIST 324 or 326, if 326 was taken before 2007W.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Ducharme, Michel

Canada Since 1945: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age

HIST 326

loo-tina

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Includes immigration policy; the welfare state; Aboriginal peoples; the Cold War; resource economies and national politics; continentalism and free trade; constitutional crises; conflicting nationalisms; and new social movements. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 326 or HIST_V 426.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00	Loo, Tina

Canada Since 1945: Affluence and Anxiety in the Atomic Age

HIST 326

loo-tina

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	12:30 - 14:00	Loo, Tina		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
101	1	Online	Lecture					Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online, asynchronously. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Colonialism and Revolution in the Americas

HIST 327

hall-alycia

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Colonial encounters, resistance and revolutionary change across the Americas and the Caribbean.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	T	12:30 - 14:00	Hall, Alycia		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This is a hybrid course. Weekly lectures will be recorded for asynchronous viewing, and students will meet in person once a week for discussions and in-class activities. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Heroes, Rebels, Villains, Folks: The People Who Shaped Canada

HIST 329

ishiguro-laura

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Canadian history through the lens of individual people's lives and their social impact. Themes include race, class, gender, sexuality, indigeneity, colonialism, slavery, immigration, moral regulation, and activism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Other Distance Mode	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Ishiguro, Laura

History of the Global Financial Order

HIST 330

safieddine-hicham

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Origins and transformation of the global financial order (18th century onward) in relation to war, state-building, international political economy, and colonialism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Safieddine, Hicham

History of the Global Financial Order

HIST 330

safieddine-hicham

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Origins and transformation of the global financial order (18th century onward) in relation to war, state-building, international political economy, and colonialism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Safieddine, Hicham		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Problems in International Relations - Problems in International Relations

HIST 331A

byrne-jeffrey

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in international relations, including trade, migration, diplomacy, war, colonialism and post- colonialism.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Byrne, Jeffrey		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Slave Societies in the Americas

HIST 332

hall-alycia

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

A comparative analysis of the institution of chattel slavery, its growth, its effects on slaves and masters, its relation to the larger society, and the causes of its decline, in the various cultures of the Americas. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 332 or HIST_V 444. Equivalency: HIST_V 444.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	T	12:30 - 14:00	Hall, Alycia		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.

Slave Societies in the Americas

HIST 332

hall-alycia

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	15:30 - 17:00	Hall, Alycia		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Third-Year Honours Seminar - Third-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 333A

morton-david

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	12:00 - 14:00	Morton, David		Public Notes HIST 333A 101 RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS who want to attend Term 1 only, and approval from the Honours Chair is required. Students who want to attend the full version of HIST 333 should register in HIST 333C 001. Meeting Pattern: Tue \| 12:00 am - 2:00 pm \| 2025-09-02 - 2025-12-02 Location: BUTO-Floor 11 - Room 1112 In 2025W, the title of HIST 333 is *Honours Historiography* This seminar is the gateway to the Honours program in history. The entering cohort learns the history of historical thought and practice, engages in contemporary debates on historical method, and experiments with different approaches to research and modes of writing. By year’s end, students will have laid the foundations for their thesis projects and fashioned a scholarly community in which to develop their ideas further.

Third-Year Honours Seminar - Third-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 333A

morton-david

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	F	10:00 - 13:00	Morton, David		Public Notes HIST 333, HONOURS SEMINAR SEATS ARE RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS PROGRAM STUDENTS.

Third-Year Honours Seminar - Third-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 333B

morton-david

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	12:00 - 14:00	Morton, David		Public Notes HIST 333B 201 RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS who want to attend Term 2 only, and approval from the Honours Chair is required. Students who want to attend the full version of HIST 333 should register in HIST 333C 001. Meeting Pattern: Tue \| 12:00 am - 2:00 pm \| 2026-01-06 - 2026-04-07 Location: BUTO-Floor 11 - Room 1112 In 2025W, the title of HIST 333 is *Honours Historiography* This seminar is the gateway to the Honours program in history. The entering cohort learns the history of historical thought and practice, engages in contemporary debates on historical method, and experiments with different approaches to research and modes of writing. By year’s end, students will have laid the foundations for their thesis projects and fashioned a scholarly community in which to develop their ideas further.

Third-Year Honours Seminar - Third-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 333B

morton-david

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	F	10:00 - 13:00	Morton, David		Public Notes HIST 333, HONOURS SEMINAR SEATS ARE RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS PROGRAM STUDENTS.

Third-Year Honours Seminar - Third-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 333C

morton-david

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_001	1-2	In-Person	Seminar	T	12:00 - 14:00	Morton, David		Public Notes HIST 333C 001 RESTRICTED TO 3RD YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS In 2025W, the title of HIST 333C is *Honours Historiography* This two-term seminar is the gateway to the Honours program in history. The entering cohort learns the history of historical thought and practice, engages in contemporary debates on historical method, and experiments with different approaches to research and modes of writing. By year’s end, students will have laid the foundations for their thesis projects and fashioned a scholarly community in which to develop their ideas further.

African-American History, 1450 - 1850

HIST 334

sheffield-crystal

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

The history of African Americans from the beginnings of the African slave trade in the 15th Century through the mid-1800s and the coming of the U.S. Civil War.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Online	Lecture			Sheffield, Crystal		Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online, asynchronously. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

African-American History, 1850 to the Present

HIST 335

sheffield-crystal

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of African-Americans from the Civil War and emancipation through the present. Topics include the Jim Crow system; the Harlem Renaissance; the Civil Rights Movement; and the current economic and political status of Americans of African ancestry.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	09:30 - 11:00	Sheffield, Crystal		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.

African-American History, 1850 to the Present

HIST 335

sheffield-crystal

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	T	12:30 - 14:00	Sheffield, Crystal		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

American Modernity: The United States, 1890-1945

HIST 338

paris-leslie

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

U.S. emergence as an industrial powerhouse and, eventually, a global superpower; responses to industrial society, meaning of modern times, economic upheaval and social change, U.S.'s role as a world power, and politics of race, ethnicity, and gender.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Paris, Leslie

The United States Since 1945: The Limits of Power

HIST 339

paris-leslie

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

American military and geo-political power during and after Cold War; wars in Korea, Vietnam, and Middle East; domestic issues including McCarthyism, social movements (blacks, women, youth, gays and lesbians, and Native Americans), consumerism, immigration, and rise of New Right.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Paris, Leslie

Histories of the American West

HIST 340

thrush-coll

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Frontier ideologies in relation to race, gender, class, sexuality. Place-making and historical narrative in and about the western part of the United States.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	13:00 - 14:00	Thrush, Coll

Histories of the American West

HIST 340

thrush-coll

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Frontier ideologies in relation to race, gender, class, sexuality. Place-making and historical narrative in and about the western part of the United States.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	13:00 - 14:00	Thrush, Coll		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Modern Jewish History

HIST 342

menkis-richard

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

A survey of the political, social, economic, and cultural history of the Jews from the beginning of the sixteenth century to the present with special emphasis on changing attitudes to Jews and Judaism, social and cultural transformations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Online	Lecture			Menkis, Richard		Public Notes This course is fully online and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times. Students complete the course material on their own schedule.

History of the Holocaust

HIST 348

menkis-richard

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

A study of the systematic attempt to destroy European Jewry during the Nazi regime, 1933- 1945. Topics of special importance include: the motivations and behaviour of the perpetrators; the reactions of the victims; the roles of bystanders. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 348 or HIST_V 441. Equivalency: HIST_V 441.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Online	Lecture	Th	17:00 - 18:30	Menkis, Richard		Public Notes In 25W, HIST 348 will be fully online. Lecture is recorded and available asynchronously on Canvas. Students will meet online on Thursdays 5-6:30 for group discussion.

History of the Holocaust

HIST 348

menkis-richard

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Online	Lecture	Th	17:00 - 19:00	Menkis, Richard		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This course will be taught in a mixed online format with asynchronous and synchronous elements. Students will watch recorded lectures, but all must participate in a one-hour weekly synchronous Zoom tutorial. Students with family names A-L, will be between Thursday 5-6pm; Students M-Z on Thursday 6-7pm. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Imperial Russian History, 1800 to 1917

HIST 349

kojevnikov-alexei

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History of Russia from the time of Catherine the Great to the Russian Revolution with particular focus on social and cultural history.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	09:30 - 11:00	Kojevnikov, Alexei

The Soviet Union - The Soviet Union

HIST 350A

kojevnikov-alexei

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History of the Soviet Union. Topics may include the political, social, and cultural history of the Soviet Union and post-Soviet successor states from 1900 to the present.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Kojevnikov, Alexei		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

East Central Europe in the 19th and 20th Centuries - East Central Europe in the 19th and 20th Centuries

HIST 351A

glassheim-eagle

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Covers the region between Germany and Russia as well as Southeast Europe. Emphasis on comparisons with Western Europe and features that make the area significant to Europe as a whole.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Glassheim, Eagle		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Modern Middle Eastern History

HIST 352

unwalla-pheroze

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Politics, culture, society, war, and diplomacy; themes include colonialism, nationalism, and authoritarianism; emphasis on the 20th and 21st centuries.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Unwalla, Pheroze

Modern Middle Eastern History

HIST 352

safieddine-hicham

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Politics, culture, society, war, and diplomacy; themes include colonialism, nationalism, and authoritarianism; emphasis on the 20th and 21st centuries.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	17:00 - 18:30	Safieddine, Hicham		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Twentieth-Century Germany

HIST 356

glassheim-eagle

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The political, social, and cultural history of Germany in the twentieth century.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Glassheim, Eagle

War and Society - War and Society

HIST 359A

fairey-jack

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Continuity and change in the relations of war and society, the connections between the economy, society, the military, and government in peacetime as well as war; not a course in military history. Credit will only be granted for one of HIST_V 359 or HIST_V 425.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	Online	Lecture	W	16:00 - 18:00	Fairey, Jack		Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online, with lectures held synchronously on Wednesdays, 4:00pm - 6:00pm Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
A_201	2	Online	Lecture	W	16:00 - 18:00	Fairey, Jack		Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online with lectures being held synchronously on Wednesdays, 4:00pm - 6:00pm. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

International Relations, 1900-1945

HIST 360

lanthier-michael

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The evolution of the contemporary international system from its nineteenth-century origins to the global order of the mid-twentieth century. Credit will only be granted for only one of HIST_V 360 or HIST_V 432.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Lanthier, Michael

International Relations, 1900-1945

HIST 360

lanthier-michael

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Lanthier, Michael		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

International Relations Since 1945

HIST 361

silver-lara agov-avram

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

The evolution of the contemporary international system from the end of the Second World War to the beginning of the twenty-first century. Credit will only be granted for only one of HIST_V 361 or HIST_V 432.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Silver, Lara
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	09:30 - 11:00	Agov, Avram

International Relations Since 1945

HIST 361

silver-lara agov-avram byrne-jeffrey

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Details Data
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Silver, Lara	Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
202	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Agov, Avram	Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Byrne, Jeffrey	Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

The Islamic Golden Age

HIST 362

knutson-sara-ann

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Political, economic, social, and cultural history of the premodern Islamic World and its global connections during the Abbasid Caliphate, with attention to the relevance of this past to our contemporary world.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	W	12:30 - 14:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.

The Islamic Golden Age

HIST 362

knutson-sara-ann

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	W	12:30 - 14:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes Delivery Mode - Monday lectures will be recorded and asynchronous. The Wednesday discussions are synchronous and in-person. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Europe in the Early Middle Ages

HIST 363

timmermann-joshua

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

A survey of the development of institutions, ideas and the economy in Europe from about 400 through about 1000 CE.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	12:30 - 14:00	Timmermann, Joshua

Europe in the Early Middle Ages

HIST 363

booker-courtney

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

A survey of the development of institutions, ideas and the economy in Europe from about 400 through about 1000 CE.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	14:00 - 15:30	Booker, Courtney		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

U.S. Foreign Relations from Independence to World War II

HIST 371

wang-jessica

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

U.S. foreign policy and international history. Examines the American rise to power and political, economic, and cultural relationships between the United States and other peoples, organizations, and states worldwide. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 371 or HIST_V 408. Equivalency: HIST_V 408.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Wang, Jessica

U.S. Foreign Relations from Independence to World War II

HIST 371

wang-jessica

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Wang, Jessica		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

U.S. Foreign Relations since 1945

HIST 372

silver-lara

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

U.S. foreign policy and international history. Political, economic, and cultural relationships between the United States and other peoples, organizations, and states worldwide. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 372 or HIST_V 409. Equivalency: HIST_V 409.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	12:00 - 14:00	Silver, Lara		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities.

U.S. Foreign Relations since 1945

HIST 372

silver-lara

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	Th	12:00 - 14:00	Silver, Lara		Public Notes Delivery Mode - Lectures will be recorded and asynchronous. Exams (the mid-term and final exam) will be in-person. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Hong Kong

HIST 373

tong-clement

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

History, culture, and identities of Hong Kong from the early 1800s to the present. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 373 or ASIA_V 373. Equivalency: ASIA_V 373.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Online	Lecture			Tong, Clement		Public Notes This course is fully online and asynchronous. There are no scheduled meeting times. Students complete the course material on their own schedule.

History of Hong Kong

HIST 373

shin-leo

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History, culture, and identities of Hong Kong from the early 1800s to the present. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 373 or ASIA_V 373. Equivalency: ASIA_V 373.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Shin, Leo		Public Notes Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with ASIA_V 373-011. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in ASIA_V 373-011 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

The Second World War

HIST 375

borys-david

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Precursors and consequences of the war; military, political, cultural, social, and economic histories of how the war shaped and reflected its global context. Themes include totalitarianism, genocide, and imperialism and decolonization. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 375 or HIST_V 406. Equivalency: HIST_V 406.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	W	15:00 - 18:00	Borys, David

The Second World War

HIST 375

borys-david

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	W	15:00 - 18:00	Borys, David		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Modern Japanese History Since 1830 - Modern Japanese History Since 1830

HIST 376A

mccormick-kelly

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Meanings of modernity, from the establishment of a nation-state to the creation of a colonial empire, postwar occupation, modern politics and global influence. Social change, including civil protest, mass culture, censorship and expression, and gender, sexuality, ethnicity and race.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	Other Distance Mode	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes In 25W, lectures for HIST 376 will be held in person and recorded. Students have the option to attend in-person OR participate live on Zoom OR watch the recorded Zoom lecture at a later date.

Modern Japanese History Since 1830 - Modern Japanese History Since 1830

HIST 376A

mccormick-kelly

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	Other Distance Mode	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes Method of Delivery - Lectures for HIST 376 will be held in person and recorded. Students have the option to attend in-person OR participate live on Zoom OR watch the recorded Zoom lecture at a later date. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Cantonese Worlds

HIST 377

tong-clement

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Online	Lecture			Tong, Clement		Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online, asynchronously. Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with ASIA_V 323-021. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in ASIA_V 323-021 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Early China

HIST 378

yin-shoufu ashton-clayton

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

History of China from the earliest times to the disintegration of the Tang Empire. Students will acquire the analytical skills and tools to understand the origins and foundations of Chinese society. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 378 or ASIA_V 320. Equivalency: ASIA_V 320.

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Yin, Shoufu		Public Notes Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with ASIA_V 320-101. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in ASIA_V 320-101 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
201	2	Online	Lecture	F	12:30 - 14:00	Ashton, Clayton		Public Notes Delivery Mode -  This course is fully online and includes a mixture of synchronous Zoom meetings and asynchronous contents. Synchronous meetings are recorded, and so students have the option to take the course entirely asynchronously. Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with ASIA_V 320-021. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in ASIA_V 320-021 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

History of Later Imperial China

HIST 379

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	11:00 - 12:30			Public Notes Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with ASIA_V 340-021. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in ASIA_V 340-021 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

The Making of Modern China: Nationalism, War, Revolution - MODERN CHINA

HIST 380A

yao-jiaqi

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of China from 1800 to the present including the decline of the Qing empire, the rise of modern nationalism, foreign invasion, and China's multiple revolutions.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Yao, Jiaqi		Public Notes The instructor is Jiaqi Yao, jiaqi.yao@ubc.ca

The Making of Modern China: Nationalism, War, Revolution - The Making of Modern China: Nationalism, War, Revolution

HIST 380A

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of China from 1800 to the present including the decline of the Qing empire, the rise of modern nationalism, foreign invasion, and China's multiple revolutions.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00			Public Notes The instructor is Le Tao, notnotletao@gmail.com Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

The Making of Modern China: Nationalism, War, Revolution - The Making of Modern China: Nationalism, War, Revolution

HIST 380C

yao-jiaqi

2025 Winter TermCredits: 6

The history of China from 1800 to the present including the decline of the Qing empire, the rise of modern nationalism, foreign invasion, and China's multiple revolutions.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_201	2	Online	Lecture			Yao, Jiaqi

Imperialism and Nationalism in Southeast Asia

HIST 381

roosa-john

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

The history of European imperial rule, the forms of resistance to it, and the formation of nationalist movements in Southeast Asia. The countries studied include Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Burma, and Thailand.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Roosa, John

Imperialism and Nationalism in Southeast Asia

HIST 381

roosa-john

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Roosa, John		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Post-Colonial Southeast Asia

HIST 382

roosa-john

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of the Japanese occupation, wars of independence, international relations of the independent nation-states, and internal armed conflicts. Special attention will be paid to the wars in Vietnam, Indonesia, and East Timor.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	11:00 - 12:30	Roosa, John

Foundations of Sikh Traditions

HIST 383

murphy-anne

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sikh religious beliefs, practices, institutions, and thought. Emphasis on the history of the Sikh Gurus and their writings, and the larger social and cultural forces within which the tradition developed.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Online	Lecture	F	11:00 - 12:30	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online with lectures taking place synchronously. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

India from Raj to Republic

HIST 385

murphy-anne

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Exploration of the rise of the East India Company as territorial power, the formation of a colonial society in India, competing responses to British rule, the struggle for independence, and the legacies of partition.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	W	13:00 - 14:00	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities. The class contains two hours of asynchronous, online lectures and one hour of in-person discussions a week. The in-person class is on the Wednesday as listed.

India from Raj to Republic

HIST 385

murphy-anne sharma-manimugdha

2026 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 3

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	W	13:00 - 14:00	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes Delivery Mode - This course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities. The class contains two hours of asynchronous, online lectures and one hour of in-person discussions a week. The in-person class is on the Wednesday as listed. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Sharma, Manimugdha		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Korea Since 1860 - Korea Since 1860

HIST 386A

lee-steven-hugh

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

An examination of the political, economic, social, and cultural transformations of Korea since the late nineteenth century. Topics include the end of the Choson Dynasty, the history of Japanese colonial rule, the Korean war, and the two Koreas in the international system.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Lecture	Th	17:00 - 20:00	Lee, Steven Hugh

India in the Early Modern World: Kings, Courtesans, and Saints

HIST 388

murphy-anne

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

History of India during the period of Mughal rule (roughly 1500-1750). Studies the role of India and the Mughals within the global dynamics of the early modern world.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	Online	Lecture	F	11:00 - 12:30	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes This online class features 1 asynchronous lecture per week and one synchronous online lecture over Zoom on Fridays.

India in the Early Modern World: Kings, Courtesans, and Saints

HIST 388

murphy-anne

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

History of India during the period of Mughal rule (roughly 1500-1750). Studies the role of India and the Mughals within the global dynamics of the early modern world.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	Online	Lecture	Th	19:00 - 20:30	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes Method of Delivery - This course will be delivered online with lectures taking place synchronously. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Topics in History - Early Modern Punjabi Language Texts

HIST 390A

murphy-anne

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Topics will vary from year to year. Consult the program website https://history.ubc.ca/courses/ for more information.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	Online	Seminar	T, Th	19:00 - 20:30	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes This online class meets synchronously over Zoom twice a week.

Topics in History - Public History: Canada's Present in Historical Perspective

HIST 390A

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Topics will vary from year to year. Consult the program website https://history.ubc.ca/courses/ for more information.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	Hybrid	Lecture	T	15:30 - 17:00			Public Notes The Instructor for this course will be Lily Hart, who can be reached at lilyhart@mail.ubc.ca. Method of Delivery: Lectures will be held in person on Tuesdays from 3:30pm -5:00pm with other activities being held online, asynchronously. Course Description: Issues in Canadian history are investigated through public history, using monuments, museum exhibits, podcasts and other media to place them in historical context. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Topics in History - History of Now: News in Historical Perspective

HIST 390B

lanthier-michael

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Topics will vary from year to year. Consult the program website https://history.ubc.ca/courses/ for more information.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	Hybrid	Seminar	T	15:30 - 17:00	Lanthier, Michael		Public Notes in 2025W, this course is hybrid and combines online asynchronous and in-person activities. The title for HIST 390B 101 is *History of Now: Today's News in Historical Perspective: This course is about the biggest news stories of 2025. History of Now* invites you to slow down, zoom out and ask: how did we get here? Each week, a different History professor takes you behind the headlines - wars, elections, climate disasters, cultural flashpoints - to uncover the deeper story. What can the past teach us about the present and the choices we're facing now? This course is open to all students, whether you're in your first year or nearing graduation. No background in History required - just curiosity about the world we’re living in. Expect lively discussions, surprising connections and a fresh way of thinking about the news.

Topics in History - History of Now: News in Historical Perspective

HIST 390B

lanthier-michael

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Topics will vary from year to year. Consult the program website https://history.ubc.ca/courses/ for more information.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	Hybrid	Lecture	T	15:30 - 17:00	Lanthier, Michael		Public Notes Method of Delivery: Lectures will be held in person on Tuesdays from 3:30pm -5:00pm with other activities being held online, asynchronously. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Human Rights in World History

HIST 391

roosa-john

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Changing ideas about humanity and rights. Considers the relationship between human rights and the nation-state, imperialism, and capitalism. Assesses the efforts to end large-scale human rights violations and the role of the United Nations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Roosa, John

Human Rights in World History

HIST 391

roosa-john

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	15:30 - 17:00	Roosa, John		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Introduction to History and Philosophy of Science

HIST 393

korolev-alexandre

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

An examination of historical, conceptual, and methodological conditions of scientific knowledge through detailed consideration of important episodes in the history of science. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 393 or PHIL_V 360. Equivalency: PHIL_V 360

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	09:30 - 11:00	Korolev, Alexandre

Introduction to History and Philosophy of Science

HIST 393

korolev-alexandre

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	M, W, F	15:00 - 16:00	Korolev, Alexandre		Public Notes Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with PHIL_V 360-001. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in PHIL_V 360-001 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Darwin, Evolution, and Modern History

HIST 394

beatty-john-henry

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Darwin and the science of evolution in nineteenth and early twentieth century. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 394 or PHIL_V 364. Equivalency: PHIL_V 364.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	Th	14:00 - 17:00	Beatty, John Henry

Darwin, Evolution, and Modern History

HIST 394

beatty-john-henry

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Darwin and the science of evolution in nineteenth and early twentieth century. Credit will be granted for only one of HIST_V 394 or PHIL_V 364. Equivalency: PHIL_V 364.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	Th	14:00 - 17:00	Beatty, John Henry		Public Notes Cross-Listing: This section is cross-listed with PHIL_V 364-001. If seats are no longer available in this section, please register in PHIL_V 364-001 instead. Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Environmental History of the Modern World

HIST 397

glassheim-eagle

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Major themes in global environmental history and historiography since 1500, with a particular focus on the nineteenth through twenty-first centuries.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	M, W	14:00 - 15:30	Glassheim, Eagle

The History of Modern Medicine

HIST 398

brain-robert

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of health and disease in the modern world, focusing in particular on the emergence and history of modern biomedicine.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Brain, Robert

The History of Modern Medicine

HIST 398

brain-robert

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

The history of health and disease in the modern world, focusing in particular on the emergence and history of modern biomedicine.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Brain, Robert		Public Notes Waitlist Policy - All waitlists follow a first come, first serve policy, unless specified otherwise. Once a course is full, its status will be changed to “Waitlist” and students who register will be automatically added to the waitlist. Waitlists will be maintained until the first day of classes for the term the course is being run, whereby it will be removed. After that point, students should regularly monitor the course section for available seats and self-register. For more information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Global History of International Organization

HIST 403A

fergie-dexter

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 16:00	Fergie, Dexter		Public Notes 403A – Global History of International Organization For some, a world governed by international institutions represents an ideal of global cooperation; for others, it signals a loss of sovereignty and democratic control. This seminar will examine the complex and contested history of international organization. Students will engage critically with both the historical development of international institutions and scholarly interpretations.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - The Origins & Causes of the First World War

HIST 403A

lanthier-michael

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	F	11:00 - 14:00	Lanthier, Michael		Public Notes 403A – Why War? The Origins and Causes of the First World War, 1900-1914 World War I was one the great turning points of global history, a watershed moment that gave birth to an epoch of imperial collapse and total war. Well over a hundred years after the Great War came to an end, historians are still trying to understand why and how it started. This “whodunit” (or “whatdunit”) requires us to plunge into the chaotic, complex world of European diplomacy prior to 1914, but also confronts us with profound questions about the disciplines of History and International Relations. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Histories of the U.S. Empire

HIST 403B

roosa-john

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	10:00 - 12:00	Roosa, John		Public Notes 403B – Histories of the U.S. Empire This course analyzes the history of the United States as an empire from 1783 to the present. It considers the land-grabbing and dispossession of the Indigenous peoples, use of the navy to protect US overseas commerce, occupation of islands in the Pacific, colonial rule in the Philippines and islands in the Caribbean after 1898, military intervention in Latin American states, and the global reach of US power after 1945. Students will study the military, economic, political, legal, diplomatic, and cultural aspects of the US empire.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Histories of US Empire

HIST 403B

roosa-john

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 12:00	Roosa, John		Public Notes 403B – Histories of the U.S. Empire, 1783 to the Present This course examines the dynamics of the settler colonial conquest of land and overseas military conquests. It considers Indigenous dispossession, slavery, global capitalism, and the US network of military bases. The readings prioritize writers from the Pacific islands, Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Mideast and Africa. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Aids and the Birth of Global Health

HIST 403C

brain-robert

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 16:00	Brain, Robert		Public Notes 403C – Aids and the Birth of Global Health This course examines how the spread of the HIV/AIDS epidemic across the world in the late 20th and early 21st century upended traditional approaches to “international health” and replaced them with integrative global approaches to disease that have become known as “global health”. Our approach will be historical and multidisciplinary

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Aids and the Birth of Global Health

HIST 403C

brain-robert

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

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Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_202	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 17:00	Brain, Robert		Public Notes 403C – Aids and the Birth of Global Health AIDS & the Birth of Global Health begins with an examination of the North American-centred AIDS epidemic of the 1980’s and 1990’s in its cultural, political, health political and biomedical aspects. Then we consider the global spread of AiDS in the 1990’s, with particular focus on Africa, examining how it upended the traditional institutions and methods of “international health” and replaced them with approaches to biomedical governance that came to be known as “global health”. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - History of International Law

HIST 403D

miller-bradley

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 16:00	Miller, Bradley		Public Notes 403D – History of International Law The History of International Adjudication: International law has taken many forms and played many roles in world history. This class examines an important aspect of that history: international adjudication. That is, we’ll look at the role of international courts and tribunals. We’ll examine their place in resolving disputes, the way that politics and international relations has shaped their creation and operation, as well as the arguments made to them and the decisions rendered by them.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - The History of News

HIST 403D

tworek-heidi

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	10:00 - 13:00	Tworek, Heidi		Public Notes 403D – The History of News This course will explore the history of news. Students will learn how to find primary sources from and about news as well as how news really worked in the past. Students from other disciplines who work with media sources are very welcome. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Capitalism and Culture

HIST 403E

lee-steven-hugh

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
E_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	17:00 - 19:00	Lee, Steven Hugh		Public Notes 403E – Capitalism and Culture This seminar will explore ways in which capitalism and culture in the twentieth century have been defined and how scholars have understood linkages between these two phenomena. Using popular culture as a base for analysis, readings will examine the history and evolution of “leisure time” and how this concept is closely linked to capitalist-cultural productions, markets, labour, and industries of various kinds. In this way the course will also study the history of technology, for example the phonograph, projector, record, gaming machines, radio, or television, as commodities that produce and reflect broader changes going on in cultural and economic spheres. In general, we will study the broader industries of leisure that are linked to these technologies. The course will make significant use of primary sources.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - The Global Urban Environment Since 1945

HIST 403E

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
E_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	11:00 - 14:00			Public Notes Instructor: Wenjie Weng, wwj1997@mail.ubc.ca HIST 403E - The Global Urban Environment Since 1945 This research seminar examines urban environmental challenges since WWII—industrial hazards, garbage crises, and slums—and the responses they provoked, from grassroots activism to urban planning, through cases from Asia, Africa, Latin America, and North America. Students will develop an original research project based on primary sources and learn to communicate their research to a broader public. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Global Partitions

HIST 403F

murphy-anne

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
F_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	11:00 - 13:00	Murphy, Anne

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Global Partitions

HIST 403F

murphy-anne

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
F_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 12:00	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes HIST 403F - Global Partitions An exploration of partition as a technique of state formation in the modern period, in the context of (post) empire, the world wars, and decolonization, with a focus on key exemplary cases and their comparative implications, and with attention to the historical and ongoing human costs of territorial division. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Intl' Communist Movements & Their Legacies

HIST 403G

kojevnikov-alexei

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
G_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	11:00 - 14:00	Kojevnikov, Alexei		Public Notes HIST 403G - International Communist Movements and their Legacies The seminar explores the international role and influence of communist movements during the twentieth century, their ambitious or utopian goals, more modest but impressive accomplishments and failures, and controversial legacy. Particular attention will be paid to the period up to the end of WWII, during the active functioning of the Third (Communist) International, and to the following topics: opposition to the world war, communist internationalism and the rise of anti-imperialist movements, the Russian Revolution and the separation between communist and socialist movements; the project for women’s equality and sexual liberation, national self-determination and fight for decolonization; workers’ class action and labour movements, forced collectivization and famine; communism and revolutions in Asia (China and Vietnam); ethnic minorities’ rights and affirmative action methods; the cultural revolution; violence, dictatorship and repression, military confrontation with international fascism and WWII; international peace movement; struggle against racism and segregation; communist sectarian conflicts (Anarchism, Stalinism, Trotskyism, Maoism, Eurocommunism); the fall of communist regimes in Europe and their continuing role in Asia. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Nuclear Century: Science, Bombs & the World Order

HIST 403H

kojevnikov-alexei

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
H_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	F	11:00 - 14:00	Kojevnikov, Alexei		Public Notes HIST 403H - Nuclear Century: Science, Bombs and the World Order The seminar unpacks important historical controversies surrounding the story of nuclear energy, weapons, and the changing relations between science, militarism, and society during the violent twentieth century. Readings for weekly discussions include the following topics. How did women demand and gradually win inclusion in the academic profession, contributing to the discovery of radioactivity? Was revolutionary science connected to radical politics, and how could scientists combine research with political activism? How in the course of two world wars science became part of the military-industrial complex? Moral dilemmas and political controversies of war-related research – Anglo-American, German, and Soviet nuclear projects; participating scientists’ social responsibilities and guilty conscience that continue to generate heated debates among historians. How did nuclear deterrence transform the world of international diplomacy during the Cold War, culminating in the Caribbean Crisis of 1962. Subsequent growth of anti-nuclear social movements and partially successful efforts to negotiate international agreements limiting nuclear tests, arms race, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. More recent historical developments that made it possible to manipulate the International Atomic Energy Agency and rhetoric on non-proliferation as an excuse for launching the war in Iraq. The erosion of public trust in science and the role of expert knowledge in political debates about climate change, in particular regarding the controversial status of nuclear energy. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - The Geopolitical History of Computing

HIST 403J

byrne-jeffrey

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
J_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	14:00 - 17:00	Byrne, Jeffrey		Public Notes HIST 403J - The Geopolitical History of Computing For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - The Global 1970s

HIST 403K

glassheim-eagle

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
K_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 12:00	Glassheim, Eagle		Public Notes HIST 403K - The Global 1970s In the 1970s, fundamental shifts in the global economic, social, ecological, and geopolitical order surfaced, challenging the post-war prosperity and certainties of Europeans and North Americans. Some historians have called the 1970s a decade of crisis; others consider the decade a harbinger of crises and dilemmas to come (and still coming). This seminar will focus on de-industrialization in North America and Europe, the energy crisis of 1973-74, concerns about global population growth, and the United Nations conferences that attempted to formulate global responses to these economic, social, and environmental challenges. This seminar will have a substantial research component, with each student expected to become an expert on a topic of their choice, using both primary and secondary sources to prepare a 15-20 page research paper. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar in the History of International Relations - Modern China: State, society and environment

HIST 403L

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Selected topics in the history of international relations. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or International Relations, and History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
L_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	13:00 - 16:00			Public Notes Taught by Dr. Jack Hayes Course Description: The aim of this course is to provide students with a broad-based understanding of the major debates and issues that have animated English-language scholarship on China over the course of the previous two decades. Chronologically, the course will cover China’s long Twentieth Century (1890s-present). Thematically, we will consider how historians, political scientists, anthropologists, economists and others have understood and interpreted the momentous social, cultural and political transformations that have taken place within China as well as China’s changing place in the world. Open to graduate students in all departments and any area focus. Precise emphases and variation in topics to be covered will be determined on the bases of students’ interests.

Honours Tutorial - Honours Tutorial

HIST 421B

paris-leslie

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 11:00	Paris, Leslie		Public Notes HIST 421B 101 RESTRICTED TO 4TH YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS In 2025W, title for HIST 421B is Age and Generation in History: This course considers historical approaches to the study of age, life stages, and generations. How might we think about historical subjects whose age-bound identities are always in transition? How have age and generation taken their meaning in specific political, temporal, and community contexts? Examining case studies from around the world and across historical periods, we will explore the creation and social significance of age cohorts, age-specific cultural and political phenomena, and shifts in chronological consciousness. Themes will include kinship and relations; reproduction and child-rearing; childhood and youth; rituals of various life stages; generational politics; age and power; death and dying; and the place of ghosts and ancestors in the lives of the living. Our readings will include work by historians and scholars in related fields.

Honours Tutorial - Honours Tutorial

HIST 421D

kojevnikov-alexei

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	10:00 - 12:00	Kojevnikov, Alexei		Public Notes HIST 421D 201 RESTRICTED TO 4TH YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENTS In 2025W, the title of HIST 421D is *The Nuclear Century: Science, Bombs, and the World Order* The seminar unpacks important historical controversies surrounding the story of nuclear energy, weapons, and the changing relations between science, militarism, and society during the violent twentieth century. Readings for weekly discussions include the following topics. How did women demand and gradually win inclusion in the academic profession, contributing to the discovery of radioactivity? Was revolutionary science connected to radical politics, and how could scientists combine research with political activism? How in the course of two world wars science became part of the military-industrial complex? Moral dilemmas and political controversies of war-related research – Anglo-American, German, and Soviet nuclear projects; participating scientists’ social responsibilities and guilty conscience that continue to generate heated debates among historians. How did nuclear deterrence transform the world of international diplomacy during the Cold War, culminating in the Caribbean Crisis of 1962. Subsequent growth of anti-nuclear social movements and partially successful efforts to negotiate international agreements limiting nuclear tests, arms race, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. More recent historical developments that made it possible to manipulate the International Atomic Energy Agency and rhetoric on non-proliferation as an excuse for launching the war in Iraq. The erosion of public trust in science and the role of expert knowledge in political debates about climate change, in particular regarding the controversial status of nuclear energy.

Fourth-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 433

shin-leo

2025 Winter Term 1/2Credits: 6

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
001	1-2	In-Person	Seminar	T	15:30 - 17:30	Shin, Leo		Public Notes HIST 433 001 RESTRICTED TO 4TH YEAR HISTORY HONOURS STUDENT In 2025W, the title of HIST 433 is *History Lab*: In this year-long required seminar for fourth-year Honours students, we will come together as a community to practice the craft of history. We will break down into concrete steps the process of historical research, and we will learn to tackle challenges ranging from identifying the underlying problems that motivate the research to understanding the potentials as well as limitations of the available sources to developing a feasible plan for completing a thesis. Along the way, students will explore some common resources, and they will learn to serve as each other’s most trenchant yet gentle sounding boards.

Fourth-Year Honours Seminar - Fourth-Year Honours Seminar

HIST 433A

shin-leo

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	16:00 - 19:00	Shin, Leo		Public Notes HIST 433, HONOURS SEMINAR SEATS ARE RESTRICTED TO 4TH YEAR HISTORY HONOURS PROGRAM STUDENTS.

Honours Essay

HIST 449

shin-leo

2025 Winter TermCredits: 12

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
001	1	Online	Independent Study			Shin, Leo		Public Notes HISTORY HONOURS GRADUATING ESSAY

Honours Thesis - Honours Thesis

HIST 449B

shin-leo

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 9

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	16:00 - 19:00	Shin, Leo		Public Notes HIST 449, HONOURS THESIS RESTRICTED TO 4TH YEAR HISTORY HONOURS PROGRAM STUDENTS.

First Contacts in the Pacific

HIST 464

thrush-coll

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

An interdisciplinary history of early European contact with the Indigenous peoples of the northwest coast of North America and the Pacific Islands.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Lecture	T, Th	15:30 - 17:00	Thrush, Coll		Public Notes Approved course for Arts Place and Power credit requirement.

Seminar for Majors in History - Haunted Histories

HIST 490A

thrush-coll

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Selected problems in the theory and practice of historical work. Check with the department for course offerings. Restricted to fourth-year students majoring in History or in the History and Philosophy of Science. Also open to History Honours students.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	12:00 - 14:00	Thrush, Coll		Public Notes 490A – Haunted Histories In this seminar, we will use accounts of ghosts, hauntings, and the supernatural to think about historical dynamics and the legacies of the past in the present. We will examine stories of the unruly dead from around the world as a way to identify important themes such as colonialism, historical trauma, and cultural imaginaries, and we will also delve into “hauntology” and other theoretical approaches. In this readings-intensive course, students will be expected to take turns leading seminar discussion and will conduct research leading either to a traditional academic paper or a creative project.

Seminar for Majors in History - Haunted Histories

HIST 490A

thrush-coll

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	15:30 - 18:30	Thrush, Coll		Public Notes HIST 490A – Haunted Histories In this course, we will use accounts of ghosts, hauntings, and the supernatural to think about historical dynamics and the legacies of the past in the present. We will examine stories of the unruly dead from around the world as a way to identify important themes such as colonialism, historical trauma, and cultural imaginaries, and we will also delve into “hauntology” and other theoretical approaches. In this readings-intensive course, students will conduct independent research leading either to a traditional academic paper or a creative project. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar for Majors in History - History of Modern Arab and Islamic Thought

HIST 490B

safieddine-hicham

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	14:00 - 16:00	Safieddine, Hicham		Public Notes 490B – History of Modern Arab and Islamic Thought This course critically examines the rich and diverse history of modern Arab and Islamic political and social thought from the 19th century until the present. Themes discussed include liberalism, nationalism, colonialism, socialism, Marxism, Islamic reform and government, feminism, and economic development.

Seminar for Majors in History - Global Medieval Heritage

HIST 490B

knutson-sara-ann

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	F	13:00 - 16:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes HIST 490B - Global Medieval Heritage Defined as an inheritance of practices, identities, and values from the past, cultural heritage often underlies the construction of identities and informs many contemporary public debates. We will investigate case studies from the global Middle Ages and their contemporary role in heritage management, international agreements, institutional policies, community claims to heritage, and engagements of intangible heritage practices that demonstrate the relevance of the global medieval past to our world today. There are no expectations of prior knowledge of contemporary policy, heritage studies, or global medieval studies. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar for Majors in History - Global Medieval Heritage

HIST 490C

knutson-sara-ann

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	F	12:00 - 14:00	Knutson, Sara Ann		Public Notes 490C – Global Medieval Heritage Defined as an inheritance of practices, identities, and values from the past, cultural heritage often underlies the construction of identities and informs many contemporary public debates. We will investigate case studies from the global Middle Ages and their contemporary role in heritage management, international agreements, institutional policies, community claims to heritage, and engagements of intangible heritage practices that demonstrate the relevance of the global medieval past to our world today. There are no expectations of prior knowledge of contemporary policy, heritage studies, or global medieval studies.

Seminar for Majors in History - Histories of City Planning in the 20th Century

HIST 490D

glassheim-eagle

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	10:00 - 12:00	Glassheim, Eagle		Public Notes 490D – Histories of City Planning in the 20th Century This seminar will look at three different approaches to utopia and urban spaces: utopia as social criticism, utopia as blueprint for an ideal society, and dystopia (anti-utopia) as ominous warning. In particular, we will examine utopianism and dystopianism in city planning in twentieth century Europe and North America, including the Garden City Movement, Le Corbusier’s Radiant City model, urban renewal, and the New Urbanism so popular in today’s Vancouver.

Seminar for Majors in History - Visual Histories of Children & Youth

HIST 490D

myers-tamara

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	15:00 - 18:00	Myers, Tamara		Public Notes HIST 490D - Small Subjects, Big Picture: Visual Histories of Children and Youth Images of children and childhood are everywhere in history but rarely interrogated. The visual archive of 'small subjects' can expose the major preoccupations of modern culture: innocence and danger, poverty and abundance, politics and exploitation, war and peace, the body and ability, identity and growing up. We treat visual materials (art, photography, documentary film, advertising, and photojournalism) as historical artefacts that can reveal how adults have constructed, commodified, sentimentalized, and surveilled children across time. Students will develop visual literacy and research skills in order to make original historical arguments from primary sources, culminating in individual research papers. This is a course that interrogates the power of visual culture: who and what gets visually recorded? What political and cultural meanings are produced by those depictions? And what have those frames meant for the young people caught inside them? For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar for Majors in History - Histories of Caste

HIST 490E

mahi-seema

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
E_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 16:00	Mahi, Seema		Public Notes Dr. Seema Mahi is the instructor (seema.mahi@ubc.ca) 490E – Histories of Caste This seminar explores the history of anti-caste activism, and, through it, the history of caste as a system and experience of exclusion in South Asia and beyond. The course explores key texts that contest and challenge casteism, and the organizations and individuals who have shaped the anti-caste movement. Special attention is paid to the Canadian context.

Seminar for Majors in History - Slavery & Emancipation in the Atlantic

HIST 490F

hall-alycia

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
F_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	16:00 - 19:00	Hall, Alycia		Public Notes HIST 490F - Freedom(s) and Unfreedom(s): Slavery and Emancipation in the Atlantic This seminar explores slavery and emancipation over the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The system of racialized slavery prioritized white control; sometimes this system allowed for the granting of privileges to selected individuals without jeopardizing white men and women’s control of the labor of Black people through violent force. This seminar recognizes the purpose of racial slavery but seeks to examine how African and Afro-descended people carved out spaces, time, and kinds of freedom before emancipation. Further, it seeks to understand the limitations placed on Black people’s visions of freedom when slavery was ended either by decree or force. As a class, we will interrogate the meaning of freedom(s) and unfreedom(s) both before and after slavery ended throughout the Americas. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar for Majors in History - Imagining the Middle Ages: Arts, Fiction & Politics

HIST 490G

effros-bonnie

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
G_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 17:00	Effros, Bonnie		Public Notes HIST 490G - Imagining the Middle Ages: Art, Fiction and Politics This seminar examines the phenomenon and popularity of medievalism in Europe and North America from JRR Tolkien to Mark Twain, and from Disney to Heart Castle. It explores the attraction of medieval re-creation, the popularity of fantasy literature and art drawing inspiration from the Middle Ages, the collection and display of medieval artefacts and monuments, and recent political movements to that have used the Middle Ages to justify nationalism, colonialism, and xenophobia. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar for Majors in History - Jewish Memory & Identities in Graphic Narratives

HIST 490H

menkis-richard

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
H_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	14:00 - 17:00	Menkis, Richard		Public Notes HIST 490H - Jewish Memory and Identities in Graphic Narratives In this seminar we will analyze how Jewish graphic narratives represent the past, and how they both reflect and create Jewish identities with words, images and other aspects of design. The range of texts will underscore the geographic and cultural diversity within modern Jewish life. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Seminar for Majors in History - Slavery and Emancipation in the Atlantic

HIST 490J

hall-alycia

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
J_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	F	11:00 - 14:00	Hall, Alycia		Public Notes HIST 490J - Freedom(s) and Unfreedom(s): Slavery and Emancipation in the Atlantic This seminar explores slavery and emancipation over the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The system of racialized slavery prioritized white control; sometimes this system allowed for the granting of privileges to selected individuals without jeopardizing white men and women’s control of the labor of Black people through violent force. This seminar recognizes the purpose of racial slavery but seeks to examine how African and Afro-descended people carved out spaces, time, and kinds of freedom before emancipation. Further, it seeks to understand the limitations placed on Black people’s visions of freedom when slavery was ended either by decree or force. As a class, we will interrogate the meaning of freedom(s) and unfreedom(s) both before and after slavery ended throughout the Americas. For registration and waitlist information, please see the History Department website.

Readings in Canadian History

HIST 500

loo-tina

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	10:00 - 12:30	Loo, Tina		Public Notes HIST 500_V, Section 101 Readings in Canadian History Course Description: This seminar course will introduce you to some recent writing in Canadian history. While the materials we’ll read and discuss will cover a diversity of authors and subjects, they are united by their provocative arguments and interesting use of theory and/or methodology.

Professional Development for Historians

HIST 525

ducharme-michel

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Offers essential skills for academic and non-academic paths in the historical profession as well as identifying alternative career possibilities for historians. Offers essential skills for academic and non-academic paths in the historical profession as well as identifying alternative career possibilities for historians. Restricted to students in the following programs: PhD in History, MA in History

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	10:00 - 12:30	Ducharme, Michel		Public Notes HIST_V 525, 101 Professional Development For Historians All sessions of this seminar will be taught in person; some of our alumni guest speakers may be speaking to us remotely depending upon their locations and work schedules. Course Description: This seminar is required of all doctoral students and is encouraged among our MA students. It is an introduction to the structural and professional aspects of the discipline of history, and is meant to make students more aware of some of the challenges and trends that currently exist in the field. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with alumni of our MA and PhD programs who are working in a variety of areas, including academia, museums, archives, libraries, government positions, and the private sector. Assignments include creating a timeline of goals for graduate study, creating a professional CV or resumé and cover letter for a position, composing a paper proposal for a conference, and writing a scaled-down grant application. Participation in course discussions is also a key piece of the seminar.

Professional Development for Historians

HIST 525

ducharme-michel

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
101	1	In-Person	Seminar	T	09:00 - 12:00	Ducharme, Michel		Public Notes All sessions of this seminar will be taught in person; some of our alumni guest speakers may be speaking to us remotely depending upon their locations and work schedules. Topic: Professional Development for Historians Course Description: This seminar is required of all doctoral students and is encouraged among our MA students. It is an introduction to the structural and professional aspects of the discipline of history, and is meant to make students more aware of some of the challenges and trends that currently exist in the field. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with alumni of our MA and PhD programs who are working in a variety of areas, including academia, museums, archives, libraries, government positions, and the private sector. Assignments include creating a timeline of goals for graduate study, creating a professional CV or resumé and cover letter for a position, composing a paper proposal for a conference, and writing a scaled-down grant application. Participation in course discussions is also a key piece of the seminar.

Readings: Special Topics in History - History of News

HIST 547A

tworek-heidi

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	10:00 - 13:00	Tworek, Heidi		Public Notes Topic: History of News Course Description: This course will explore the history of news. Students will learn how to find primary sources from and about news as well as how news really worked in the past. Students from other disciplines who work with media sources are very welcome.

Readings: Special Topics in History - Global Partitions

HIST 547B

murphy-anne

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 12:00	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes Topic: Global Partitions Course Description: An exploration of partition as a technique of state formation in the modern period, in the context of (post) empire, the world wars, and decolonization, with a focus on key exemplary cases and their comparative implications, and with attention to the historical and ongoing human costs of territorial division.

Readings: Special Topics in History - Imagining the Middle Ages

HIST 547C

effros-bonnie

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
C_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 17:00	Effros, Bonnie		Public Notes Topic: Imagining the Middle Ages Description: This seminar examines the phenomenon and popularity of medievalism in Europe and North America from JRR Tolkien to Mark Twain, and from Disney to Heart Castle. It explores the attraction of medieval re-creation, the popularity of fantasy literature and art drawing inspiration from the Middle Ages, the collection and display of medieval artefacts and monuments, and recent political movements to that have used the Middle Ages to justify nationalism, colonialism, and xenophobia.

Readings: Special Topics in History - Readings: Special Topics in History

HIST 547D

booker-courtney thrush-coll loo-tina yin-shoufu cheek-timothy

2025 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (4)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Instructor(s)	Details Data
D_051	2	In-Person	Seminar	Booker, Courtney
D_052	2	In-Person	Seminar	Thrush, Coll
D_053	1	In-Person	Seminar	Multiple instructors	Public Notes History Directed Readings Course with Dr. Tina Loo and Dr. Shoufu Yin Topic: Animal Histories Instructors Loo, Tina \| Yin, Shoufu
D_054	2	In-Person	Seminar	Cheek, Timothy	Public Notes History Directed Readings Course taught by Dr. Tim Cheek

Readings: Special Topics in History - Readings: Special Topics in History

HIST 547D

mccormick-kelly

2026 Winter TermCredits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_055	1	In-Person	Seminar			Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes History Directed Readings course taught by Dr. Kelly McCormick

Historiography - Historiography

HIST 548D

paris-leslie

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (2)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	14:00 - 16:30	Paris, Leslie		Public Notes HIST_V 548D, Sections 101 & 102 Historiography Course is restricted to History Graduate Students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. History Graduate students can register in either section. Section 101 and Section 102 are taught at the same time, same location, and by the same professor. Course Description: The Historiography seminar involves an intense introduction to varieties of historical writing and the philosophic assumptions behind historical thinking.
D_102	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	14:00 - 16:30	Paris, Leslie		Public Notes HIST_V 548D, Sections 101 & 102 Historiography Course is restricted to History Graduate Students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. History Graduate students can register in either section. Section 101 and Section 102 are taught at the same time, same location, and by the same professor. Course Description: The Historiography seminar involves an intense introduction to varieties of historical writing and the philosophic assumptions behind historical thinking.

Historiography - Historiography

HIST 548D

paris-leslie

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 17:00	Paris, Leslie		Public Notes Course is restricted to History Graduate Students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. Topic: Historiography Course Description: The Historiography seminar involves an intense introduction to varieties of historical writing and the philosophic assumptions behind historical thinking.

Master's Thesis

HIST 549

2025 Winter TermCredits: 12

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
101	1	In-Person	Thesis
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
201	2	In-Person	Thesis

Master's Thesis

HIST 549

2026 Winter TermCredits: 12

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
101	1	In-Person	Thesis
201	2	In-Person	Thesis

Readings in Chinese History (post-1911)

HIST 561

cheek-timothy

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	10:00 - 12:30	Cheek, Timothy		Public Notes HIST_V 561, Section 201 Readings in Chinese History (Post-1911) Course Description: The aim of this course is to provide students with a broad-based understanding of the major debates and issues that have animated English-language scholarship on China over the course of the previous two decades. Chronologically, the course will cover China’s long Twentieth Century (1890s-present). Thematically, we will consider how historians, political scientists, anthropologists, economists and others have understood and interpreted the momentous social, cultural and political transformations that have taken place within China as well as China’s changing place in the world. Open to graduate students in all departments and any area focus. Precise emphases and variation in topics to be covered will be determined on the bases of students’ interests.

Readings in Chinese History (post-1911)

HIST 561

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	13:00 - 16:00			Public Notes Taught by Dr. Jack Hayes HIST_V 561, Section 201 Readings in Chinese History (Post-1911) Course Description: The aim of this course is to provide students with a broad-based understanding of the major debates and issues that have animated English-language scholarship on China over the course of the previous two decades. Chronologically, the course will cover China’s long Twentieth Century (1890s-present). Thematically, we will consider how historians, political scientists, anthropologists, economists and others have understood and interpreted the momentous social, cultural and political transformations that have taken place within China as well as China’s changing place in the world. Open to graduate students in all departments and any area focus. Precise emphases and variation in topics to be covered will be determined on the bases of students’ interests.

Readings in International and Global History - Readings in International and Global History

HIST 575A

brain-robert

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 16:00	Brain, Robert		Public Notes HIST_V 575A, Section 201 Readings in International and Global History Course Title: Aids and the Birth of Global Health Course Description: This course examines how the spread of the HIV/AIDS epidemic across the world in the late 20th and early 21st century upended traditional approaches to “international health” and replaced them with integrative global approaches to disease that have become known as “global health”. Our approach will be historical and multidisciplinary.

Readings in International and Global History - Readings in International and Global History

HIST 575B

murphy-anne

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	11:00 - 13:00	Murphy, Anne		Public Notes HIST_V 575B, Section 201 Readings in International and Global History Course Topic: Global Partitions Course Description: Course Description in Progress.

Readings in Latin American History

HIST 580

bryce-benjamin

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	09:30 - 12:30	Bryce, Benjamin		Public Notes Topic: Migration in the Americas

Topics in Science, Technology, and Society - AIDS and the Birth of Global Health

HIST 581D

brain-robert

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Advanced seminar on a specific theme or themes of interest to both STS and History.

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
D_202	2	In-Person	Seminar	M	14:00 - 17:00	Brain, Robert		Public Notes Aids and the Birth of Global Health AIDS & the Birth of Global Health begins with an examination of the North American-centred AIDS epidemic of the 1980’s and 1990’s in its cultural, political, health political and biomedical aspects. Then we consider the global spread of AIDS in the 1990’s, with particular focus on Africa, examining how it upended the traditional institutions and methods of “international health” and replaced them with approaches to biomedical governance that came to be known as “global health”.

Topics in Cultural History - Topics in Cultural History

HIST 585A

mccormick-kelly

2025 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_101	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 16:00	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes HIST_V 585A, 101 Topics in Cultural History Course Topic: History in Photo Archives Course description: How has photography changed the way that we understand and study past historical events? This interdisciplinary course focuses on photographs and their archives to explore how historians might learn to see better, how we might learn to “read” images, and how photographic images change our relationship with the past. We will combine visits to digitized and local archives (UBC Rare Books and Special Collections, City of Vancouver Archives, and class choice) with recently published research in the fields of History, Art History, Asian Studies, Information studies, and History. Reading and archive visit suggestions connected to student’s research are welcome!

Topics in Cultural History - History through Photo Archives

HIST 585A

mccormick-kelly

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 17:00	Mccormick, Kelly		Public Notes Topic: History through Photo Archives

Topics in Cultural History - Visual Histories of Children and Youth

HIST 585B

myers-tamara

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
B_102	1	In-Person	Seminar	Th	15:00 - 18:00	Myers, Tamara		Public Notes Topic: Visual Histories of Children and Youth Description: Images of children and childhood are everywhere in history but rarely interrogated. The visual archive of 'small subjects' can expose the major preoccupations of modern culture: innocence and danger, poverty and abundance, politics and exploitation, war and peace, the body and ability, identity and growing up. We treat visual materials (art, photography, documentary film, advertising, and photojournalism) as historical artefacts that can reveal how adults have constructed, commodified, sentimentalized, and surveilled children across time. Students will develop visual literacy and research skills in order to make original historical arguments from primary sources, culminating in individual research papers. This is a course that interrogates the power of visual culture: who and what gets visually recorded? What political and cultural meanings are produced by those depictions? And what have those frames meant for the young people caught inside them?

Topics in Comparative History - Topics in Comparative History

HIST 597A

miller-bradley

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_201	2	In-Person	Seminar	W	14:00 - 16:00	Miller, Bradley		Public Notes HIST 597A, Section 201 Topics in Comparative History Course Topic: History of International Law Course Description: The History of International Adjudication: International law has taken many forms and played many roles in world history. This class examines an important aspect of that history: international adjudication. That is, we’ll look at the role of international courts and tribunals. We’ll examine their place in resolving disputes, the way that politics and international relations has shaped their creation and operation, as well as the arguments made to them and the decisions rendered by them.

Topics in Comparative History - Histories of the US Empire

HIST 597A

roosa-john

2026 Winter Term 1Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
A_102	1	In-Person	Seminar	W	09:00 - 12:00	Roosa, John		Public Notes Topic: Histories of the US Empire Course Description: This course examines the dynamics of the settler colonial conquest of land and overseas military conquests. It considers Indigenous dispossession, slavery, global capitalism, and the US network of military bases. The readings prioritize writers from the Pacific islands, Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Mideast and Africa.

M.A. Research Seminar

HIST 599

booker-courtney

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	10:00 - 12:30	Booker, Courtney		Public Notes HIST 599, Section 201 MA Research Seminar Course restricted to history graduate students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. Course Description: The MA Research seminar serves as a writing that provides a measure of structure and support for the work of the MA thesis. Students will develop and complete a scholarly article as a template for the longer project. The assignments suitable and useful for any stage of the research/writing process. The seminar also aims to build skills of support and collegiality in the MA cohort.

M.A. Research Seminar

HIST 599

booker-courtney

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	09:00 - 12:00	Booker, Courtney		Public Notes Course restricted to history graduate students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. Topic: M.A. Research Seminar Course Description: The M.A. Research seminar serves as a writing that provides a measure of structure and support for the work of the MA thesis. Students will develop and complete a scholarly article as a template for the longer project. The assignments suitable and useful for any stage of the research/writing process. The seminar also aims to build skills of support and collegiality in the MA cohort.

Doctoral Dissertation

HIST 649

2025 Winter TermCredits: 0

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
101	1	In-Person	Thesis
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
201	2	In-Person	Thesis

Doctoral Dissertation

HIST 649

2026 Winter TermCredits: 0

Sections (3)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format
201	2	In-Person	Thesis
001	1	In-Person	Thesis
101	1	In-Person	Thesis

Ph.D. Research Seminar

HIST 699

booker-courtney

2025 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	T	10:00 - 12:30	Booker, Courtney		Public Notes HIST_V 699, Section 201 PhD Research Seminar Course restricted to history graduate students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. Course Description: The course guides students through the process of doing research for and drafting their dissertation prospectus.

Ph.D. Research Seminar

HIST 699

booker-courtney

2026 Winter Term 2Credits: 3

Sections (1)

Section	Term	Delivery Mode	Format	Day(s)	Time(s)	Instructor(s)	Syllabus	Details Data	Details
201	2	In-Person	Seminar	Th	09:00 - 12:00	Booker, Courtney		Public Notes Course restricted to history graduate students. Non-history graduate students are required to contact the instructor to request permission (please include reasons for taking the course) to register into the course. Failure to receive permission to register into the course will result in de-registration. Topic: Ph.D. Research Seminar Course Description: The course guides students through the process of doing research for and drafting their dissertation prospectus.