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All Courses
The following is a complete listing of all current SASAH courses. Please note that specific course descriptions and content may vary from year to year.
First Year Courses
SASAH 1020E - Introduction to the Arts and Humanities.
A combined historical and thematic survey of select fields that comprise the Humanities and the various approaches and methods they employ in furthering our understanding of the human experience. The various forms of communication used in the arts will also be examined.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): Admission to the School for Advanced Studies in Arts and Humanities
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course
FIRST YEAR COURSE DETAILS
A combined historical and thematic survey of select fields that comprise the Humanities and the various approaches and methods they employ in furthering our understanding of the human experience. The various forms of communication used in the arts will also be examined.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): Admission to the School for Advanced Studies in Arts and Humanities
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course
FIRST YEAR COURSE DETAILS
Second Year Courses
SASAH 2200E - Topics in the Arts and Humanities
This course addresses contemporary theories and historical approaches currently used in the Arts and Humanities. The course aims to provide a foundation for critical thought by exploring how different disciplines understand and interpret texts, objects, and historical contexts.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course
SASAH 2200E- Effective Communication in the Arts and Humanities
This course examines the critical forms and strategies of writing and speaking in the Arts and Humanities by studying the principles and practices of rhetoric, argumentation, stylistic clarity, editing/rewriting, with an eye to students professional as well as academic development.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
SASAH 2230F/G - Digital Tools, Digital Literacies
This course examines the evolution of information systems and the impact of digital technologies on research in the Arts and Humanities through a hands-on examination of databases, search engines, and online archives; text mining and analysis tools; visualization, bibliography and citation software; social media, blogging, and website design and creation.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
SASAH 2240F/G - Foundations of Theory in the Arts and Humanities
This course offers an introduction to major strands of cultural, aesthetic, and social theory as applied to topics in Arts and Humanities. It will include classical thinkers as well as theoretical schools such as psychoanalysis, feminist theory, postcolonial theory, and critical race theory.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
SASAH 2290F/G-2293F/G - Research Topics in the Arts and Humanities
An examination of scholarly methods applied to a specific research topic or area.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
SECOND YEAR COURSE DETAILS
This course addresses contemporary theories and historical approaches currently used in the Arts and Humanities. The course aims to provide a foundation for critical thought by exploring how different disciplines understand and interpret texts, objects, and historical contexts.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course
SASAH 2200E- Effective Communication in the Arts and Humanities
This course examines the critical forms and strategies of writing and speaking in the Arts and Humanities by studying the principles and practices of rhetoric, argumentation, stylistic clarity, editing/rewriting, with an eye to students professional as well as academic development.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
SASAH 2230F/G - Digital Tools, Digital Literacies
This course examines the evolution of information systems and the impact of digital technologies on research in the Arts and Humanities through a hands-on examination of databases, search engines, and online archives; text mining and analysis tools; visualization, bibliography and citation software; social media, blogging, and website design and creation.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
SASAH 2240F/G - Foundations of Theory in the Arts and Humanities
This course offers an introduction to major strands of cultural, aesthetic, and social theory as applied to topics in Arts and Humanities. It will include classical thinkers as well as theoretical schools such as psychoanalysis, feminist theory, postcolonial theory, and critical race theory.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
SASAH 2290F/G-2293F/G - Research Topics in the Arts and Humanities
An examination of scholarly methods applied to a specific research topic or area.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): 75% or higher in SASAH 1020E or the former ARTHUM 1020E
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
SECOND YEAR COURSE DETAILS
Third Year Courses
SASAH 3380Y - Introduction to Professional and Community Practices
This online course introduces students to the critical and research skills and practical tools required to 1) engage in experiential learning, 2) comport oneself in a professional manner in preparation for the job market and related contexts, and 3) plan a community-based project and the presentation of its outcomes.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, and 2240F/G or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G
SASAH 3390F/G-3393F/G - Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies
This course offers students an intensive and engaged learning experience by focusing on the research expertise of one of the School's Fellows. Students will study the practical issues and approaches to research in the Arts and Humanities. The course encourages self-directed study, and may include travel to an international location.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, or 2240F/G (or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G)
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Note: Please consult the Faculty for current course offering.
THIRD YEAR COURSE DETAILS
This online course introduces students to the critical and research skills and practical tools required to 1) engage in experiential learning, 2) comport oneself in a professional manner in preparation for the job market and related contexts, and 3) plan a community-based project and the presentation of its outcomes.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, and 2240F/G or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G
SASAH 3390F/G-3393F/G - Special Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies
This course offers students an intensive and engaged learning experience by focusing on the research expertise of one of the School's Fellows. Students will study the practical issues and approaches to research in the Arts and Humanities. The course encourages self-directed study, and may include travel to an international location.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, or 2240F/G (or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G)
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course.
Note: Please consult the Faculty for current course offering.
THIRD YEAR COURSE DETAILS
Fourth Year Courses
SASAH 4410E - Integrated Seminar
This capstone seminar centres on a specific theme or hot topic, chosen by a specific Visiting Fellow, to be examined from various disciplinary and methodological perspectives in the Arts and Humanities. Students can expect to travel to a national or international site to undertake intensive fieldwork.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, or 2240F/G (or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G)
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course
SASAH 4490F/G-4493F/G, 4494W/X - Experiential Learning in the Arts and Humanities
This course focuses on the advanced development of critical and research skills to prepare students for postgraduate study. Please consult the Faculty for current offerings. Students can also elect to undertake a research, teaching, or unpaid internship in a professional field to prepare for jobs in the private and public sectors.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, or 2240F/G (or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G)
Extra Information: 0.5 course.
Note: A detailed proposal of the internship, CEL, independent research or creative project must be submitted to the Experiential Learning Coordinator for approval prior to registering in the course.
FOURTH YEAR COURSE DETAILS
This capstone seminar centres on a specific theme or hot topic, chosen by a specific Visiting Fellow, to be examined from various disciplinary and methodological perspectives in the Arts and Humanities. Students can expect to travel to a national or international site to undertake intensive fieldwork.
Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, or 2240F/G (or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G)
Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 1.0 course
SASAH 4490F/G-4493F/G, 4494W/X - Experiential Learning in the Arts and Humanities
This course focuses on the advanced development of critical and research skills to prepare students for postgraduate study. Please consult the Faculty for current offerings. Students can also elect to undertake a research, teaching, or unpaid internship in a professional field to prepare for jobs in the private and public sectors.
Antirequisite(s):Prerequisite(s): SASAH 2200E and 1.0 course from: SASAH 2220F/G, 2230F/G, or 2240F/G (or the former ARTHUM 2200E, and 1.0 course from 2220F/G, 2230F/G, 2240F/G)
Extra Information: 0.5 course.
Note: A detailed proposal of the internship, CEL, independent research or creative project must be submitted to the Experiential Learning Coordinator for approval prior to registering in the course.
FOURTH YEAR COURSE DETAILS
