Faculty of Arts 4. Program Details 4.35 Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures4.35 Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures
Baccalaureate Degrees Offered
Degrees in East Asian Language Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) in East Asian Language Studies BA in East Asian Language Studies with Co-operative Education Degrees in East Asian Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) in East Asian Studies BA in East Asian Studies with Co-operative Education Degrees in French Bachelor of Arts (BA) in French BA in French with Co-operative Education Concurrent BA in French/Bachelor of Education BA Honours French BA Honours French with Co-operative Education Degrees in German Bachelor of Arts (BA) in German BA in German with Co-operative Education BA Honours in German BA Honours in German with Co-operative Education Degrees in Italian Studies Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Italian Studies BA in Italian Studies with Co-operative Education Degrees in Linguistics Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Linguistics BA in Linguistics with Co-operative Education BA Honours in Linguistics BA Honours in Linguistics with Co-operative Education Degrees in Linguistics and Language Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Linguistics and Language BA in Linguistics and Language with Co-operative Education Degrees in Russian Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Russian BA in Russian with Co-operative Education BA Honours in Russian BA Honours in Russian with Co-operative Education Degrees in Spanish Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Spanish BA in Spanish with Co-operative Education Concurrent BA in Spanish/Bachelor of Education BA Honours Spanish BA Honours Spanish with Co-operative Education Notes:
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Introduction
The School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures offers programs that focus on Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish and the literatures and cultures associated with these languages, as well as programs in general linguistics. It also offers an interdisciplinary program in East Asian Studies. The language programs challenge students to think critically about the relationship between language and culture, theories of language competency, cross-cultural awareness, including literature and film studies, and the socio-linguistic histories involved. The School recognizes the special role and place that French, as one of our country’s two official languages, has played and continues to play in the socio-historical context of Canada. The French programs encompass French Canada, French-speaking Europe, francophone African literatures, critical theories, sociolinguistics and second language teaching. Linguistics programs educate students in the scientific study of language. Linguistic analysis and theory (syntax, morphology, semantics, phonology, phonetics, historical linguistics) constitute the core, which is enriched by the focal areas of language acquisition and processing and the analysis of Indigenous languages of Canada. Students in Linguistics can pursue a concentration in Applied Linguistics or Speech-Language Sciences. |
Placement in Language Courses
It is essential that students register in the appropriate level of language course to ensure that they are suited for the level of language instruction in the course and to ensure that all students enrolled in a course are at a similar level of language competence. See on the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures website. Students who misrepresent their language competence will be subject to a charge of academic dishonesty under the regulations on academic misconduct outlined in K.5 in the Academic Regulations section of the University Calendar. Native speakers are not eligible to take courses in their native language by special assessment or to receive advanced credit. They are eligible to take literature, linguistics, and culture courses. |
Placement in Introductory Courses in German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish
Students who register in introductory courses in German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish are required to complete an online placement form to indicate whether they have taken a previous course in the language or lived in an environment where that language is spoken. A link to the online placement form will be sent to registered students before the first day of class. Students who indicate on the online placement form that they have taken a previous course in the language or lived in an environment where that language is spoken may be required to meet with the program’s undergraduate advisor and will be informed of the appropriate course in which to register. Students who do not complete the online placement form, or who are asked to consult with the advisor but fail to do so, will be removed from the course by the drop deadline. |
Placement in French Courses
Les étudiants doivent choisir comme premier demi-cours celui qui correspond à leurs connaissances de la langue française. Les étudiants qui ont suivi French 30 ou French N30 s'inscriront d'habitude au cours French 213. Ceux qui ont suivi French 30N, 30S, 31, French Language Arts 30 ou leur équivalent s'inscriront d'habitude au cours French 225. Il est fortement recommandé, en cas de doute, de s'adresser à l'École de langues, linguistique, littératures et cultures avant la période des inscriptions. Les étudiants de langue maternelle française et ceux dont le niveau d'études dans ces langues est supérieur à celui du diplôme de fin d'études secondaires (y compris les étudiants provenant d'un programme bilingue ou d'immersion) doivent obligatoirement consulter l'École de langues, linguistique, littératures et cultures pour se faire diriger ver le(s) cours conforme(s) à leur niveau. Students should choose a first course in French appropriate to their command of the language. Students with French 30 or French N30 should enrol in French 213. Those with credit in French 30N, 30S, 31, French Language Arts 30, or equivalent should enrol in French 225. In all cases of doubt as to proper placement, students are strongly urged to seek the advice of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures before the registration period. French-speaking students or students with some prior knowledge of the language (including graduates of a bilingual or immersion program) must consult the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures to be placed in a course corresponding to their level of language competence. |
Additional Information for Students with High School German
Students who have completed German 30 normally begin with German 331. |
Additional Information for Students with High School Spanish
Students who have completed Spanish 30 normally begin with Spanish 203. Spanish-speaking students or students with previous knowledge of the language (including graduates of a bilingual or immersion program) must consult the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures to be placed in a course corresponding to their level of language competence. |
Study Abroad
The School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures encourages its students to take advantage of possibilities for studying off-campus, wherever one of its target languages is spoken. Detailed information on exchange programs and Study Abroad programs in Arabic, Chinese, French (in Quebec or elsewhere), German, Italian, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish is available from the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures and/or ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ International. Students planning to study at another institution must obtain a letter of permission from their faculty. They are strongly advised to consult the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures beforehand to discuss details concerning course selection and transfer of credit. |
Le Centre français/The French Centre
Le Centre français est situé à Craigie Hall (C301). Le Centre propose un choix d'activités culturelles et gère "Le francofonne," lieu de rencontre et centre multimédia où l'on peut se détendre dans une ambiance francophone. Le Centre gère aussi des cours accrédités donnés en français dans différentes disciplines (French Language Instruction Program ou FLIP) permettant à l'étudiant de renforcer sa maîtrise de la langue. Pour de plus amples renseignements, prière de s'adresser au Centre français, 403.220.7226, ucalgary.ca/frenchcentre/. The French Centre is located in Craigie Hall (C301). The Centre offers a variety of cultural activities, and operates "Le francofonne," a drop-in and media learning centre for those wishing to relax in a francophone atmosphere. Through the French Language Instruction Program (FLIP), credit courses are offered in various disciplines providing students with opportunities to use and improve their French. Detailed information may be obtained from the Centre at 403.220.7226 or ucalgary.ca/frenchcentre/. |
Contact Information
Office Location: Craigie Hall D310 Phone: 403.220.5293 and 403.220.5300 Fax: 403.284.3634 Email: slllc@ucalgary.ca Website: |
For Program Advice
Students should consult a program advisor in the Arts Students’ Centre for information and advice on their overall program requirements. Advising contact information can be found online: . For more specific advice regarding course selection and requirements in the major field, students should consult the appropriate Undergraduate Advisor in the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures (consult website for contact information). |
Admission to the Majors
Prospective students wishing to enter one of the BA programs offered by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures must meet the criteria listed in section A.5 Undergraduate Admission Requirements of this Calendar. |
Admission to Honours in French, German, Linguistics, Russian and Spanish
The Faculty of Arts procedures for Admission to Honours established in section 3.4.2 Honours Degrees with a Major Field are applicable and provide the overall framework for entry into the Honours Programs in French, German, Linguistics, Russian and Spanish. Students wishing to apply to an Honours program must apply through their Student Centre for a change of program to Honours by February 1. |
Overlapping Programs
Programs in East Asian Language Studies cannot be taken in conjunction with programs in East Asian Studies. This restriction applies to Major-plus-Minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees. Students cannot combine the East Asian Language Studies major with either a Chinese or Japanese minor. Programs in Linguistics cannot be taken in conjunction with the program in Linguistics and Language. This restriction applies to Major-plus-Minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees. A Linguistics major may not be combined with both the Minor and the Concentration in Speech-Language Sciences. Language programs (i.e., majors or minors) offered by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures can only be taken in conjunction with the major program in Linguistics and Language if the language or languages in the former program differ from the chosen Language Option for the latter. This restriction applies to Major-plus-Minor combinations, Double Majors, Combined Degrees and Second Baccalaureate Degrees. |
Courses Constituting the Field of Arabic Language and Muslim Cultures
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Courses Constituting the Field of East Asian Language Studies
Chinese Language: Chinese 205, 207, 229, 279, 301, 303, 311, 313, 331, 333, 341, 353, 371, 373, 401, 403, 431, 561. Japanese Language: Japanese 205, 207, 301, 303, 311, 313, 331, 333, 441, 451, 471. Chinese Studies: Art History 325; Chinese 309, 317*, 341, 353, 355, 357*, 363, 371, 373, 431, 461, 561. Japanese Studies: Japanese 201, 309, 317, 323, 325, 327, 341, 461. Capstone: East Asian Language Studies 501. Subject to approval by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, courses in Chinese Studies and Japanese Studies from other disciplines will be accepted towards the Field of Study. *Only 6 units may be counted towards major field requirements. |
Courses Constituting the Field of East Asian Studies
Courses with a Focus on East Asia
*With approval of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures. **Only 6 units may be counted towards major field requirements. Language Courses |
Courses Constituting the Field of French
French Literature Courses: French 449, 453, 455, 457, 463. Students with advanced placement may use Romance Studies 499 to fulfil one of the exempted Major Field requirements. |
Courses Constituting the Field of German
Berlin Energies Group Study Program courses can be included in the Field of German. Please consult the Undergraduate Advisor (German) for details. German 200, 305, 317, 349, 357, 359, 451 are taught in English and no knowledge of German is required. |
Courses Constituting the Field of Italian Studies
Courses with an Italian Focus
Contextual Courses |
Courses Constituting the Field of Linguistics and Language
Students in this program select a particular language option (e.g., French or German or Russian, etc.). Students are not permitted to mix their languages except in the Ancient and Classical Languages option. |
Courses Constituting the Field of Russian
*With approval of the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures. |
Courses Constituting the Field of Spanish
Note: Students with advanced placement may use Romance Studies 499 to fulfil one of the exempted Major Field requirements. |