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15.6.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts requires the successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours. A student must meet the requirements for a departmental Major, Minor, or Honours program and also meet the Program Regulations – General and Honours Degrees for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. A student is therefore advised to consult with the Admission to the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Programs regulations, the Program Regulations - General and Honours Degrees which also includes the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Components, The Major Program, and The Minor Program regulations. Information regarding honours programs is available at Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations as well as under each department’s regulations.
A student is strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor to discuss available programs and requirements in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences including the Core Requirements, The Major Program, The Minor Program, and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations. A student is advised to declare a program of study, including a Major and a Minor, before completing the first 45 credit hours of study. Information about declaring a Major and Minor in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/programs/undergraduate/ideclare.php. Information regarding advisors for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/about/contact/liaisons.php.

15.6.3 General Degrees

15.6.3.1 Major in English
The Major requires 36 credit hours in English, which shall include:
3 credit hours chosen from English 1090 or 1000 (or the former 1080), and 3 credit hours chosen from English 1001, 1110, 1191, 1192, 1193 (or one of the former 1101, 1102, or 1103);
English 2000;
English 2001;
English 3200 or 3201;
6 credit hours at the 4000-level;
an additional 6 credit hours at the 3000-level or above; and
an additional 9 credit hours at the 2000-level or above.
Of the 36 credit hours required for the Major above, 3 credit hours must be in Canadian Literature, and 3 credit hours must be in American Literature, as listed in English Courses to Fulfill Requirements for the Minor, Major, and Honours Programs in English.
15.6.3.2 Major in English with Specialization in Theatre/Drama
The Major requires 36 credit hours in English, which shall include:
3 credit hours chosen from English 1090 or 1000 (or the former 1080), and 3 credit hours chosen from English 1001, 1110, 1191, 1192, 1193 (or one of the former 1101, 1102, or 1103);
English 2000;
English 2002;
English 2450;
English 2451;
English 3021 or 3022;
English 3200 or 3201;
English 4300 or 4301;
English 4400;
English 4401; and
3 credit hours chosen from English 3156, 3171, 3260, 3849, 4302.

15.6.3.3 Minor in English
The Minor requires 27 credit hours in English, which shall include:
3 credit hours chosen from English 1090 or 1000 (or the former 1080), and 3 credit hours chosen from English 1001, 1110, 1191, 1192, 1193 (or one of the former 1101, 1102, or 1103);
English 2000;
English 2001;
3 credit hours chosen from English 2002, 2003, 2004;
English 3200 or 3201;
an additional 3 credit hours at the 3000-level or above; and
an additional 6 credit hours at the 2000-level or above.
Of the 27 credit hours required for the Minor above, 3 credit hours must be in Canadian Literature, as listed in English Courses to Fulfill Requirements for the Minor, Major, and Honours Programs in English.

15.6.3.4 Joint Major in English
As an alternative to a Minor or a double Major, a student may choose to complete a Joint Major in English and a Major in another program in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Joint Major Program requires 3 fewer credit hours in each participating Major as prescribed in each program’s Calendar entry. For the joint Major in English, 3 fewer credit hours shall be required to fulfill clause 1.g of the Major in English above.

15.6.4 Honours Degrees
An Honours degree in English is generally required for admission to a graduate program in the discipline.
15.6.4 Honours Degrees
An Honours degree in English is generally required for admission to a graduate program in the discipline.

15.6.4.1 Admission to Honours Program
Students wishing to pursue an Honours program in English must apply for admission to the Manager of Academic Programs or the Head of Department. To be eligible for the Honours program, students normally must have a minimum of 70% in each English course or a cumulative average of 75% or higher in all completed undergraduate courses. Admission to the program is in accordance with University Regulations (Undergraduate) and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours Degree) Regulations. It is strongly recommended that students have completed at least 15 credit hours, including 6 credit hours in English at the 1000 level (excluding English 1020 and 1021), English 2000, 2001, and 3200 or 3201 before applying.

15.6.4.2 Honours Degree with English as Major Subject
Students who choose to complete an Honours Bachelor of Arts in English must complete 60 credit hours in English courses.
In their final year, all Honours English students will be required to complete an Honours Essay (English 4999) and achieve a minimum grade of 70%. The semester before they plan to undertake their Honours Essay, students must receive approval of their chosen topic from the Head of the Department, who will then appoint an appropriate supervisor.
Any course that considers more than one national literature or period fulfills only one requirement for the Honours degree in English.
The 60 credit hours shall include:
3 credit hours chosen from English 1090 or 1000 (or the former 1080), and 3 credit hours chosen from English 1001, 1110, 1191, 1192, 1193 (or one of the former 1101, 1102, or 1103);
English 2000;
English 2001;
English 2122 or 3160;
English 2160;
English 3200 or 3201;
English 4100;
English 4101;
English 4900 or 4901;
3 credit hours chosen from English 2600, 3002, 3006, 3021, 3500, 3600, 3828, 4600, 4601;
an additional 3 credit hours in pre-19th-century literature;
3 credit hours in 19th-century literature;
English 4999; and
an additional 18 credit hours in English courses at the 2000 level or above, including 3 credit hours at the 3000 level or above and 6 credit hours at the 4000 level. Of these 18 credit hours, 3 credit hours must be in Canadian Literature (excluding English 2160) and 3 credit hours must be in American Literature (excluding English 2160), as listed in English Courses to Fulfill Requirements for the Minor, Major, and Honours Programs in English.
Of the 60 credit hours required for the Honours above, at least 36 of these credit hours must be at the 3000-level or above.
15.6.4.3 Joint Honours Degree in English and Another Major Subject
See Bachelor of Arts (Honours Degree) Regulations.
A student’s program for Joint Honours must be approved by each Head of Department and conform to the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences General Regulations for Joint Honours degrees.
Any course that considers more than one national literature or period fulfills only one requirement for the Honours degree in English.
Students must choose to write their Honours Essay in only one of the two departments involved in their Joint Honours. Honours students who choose to complete English 4999 must achieve a minimum grade of 70%.
The 45 credit hours shall include:
3 credit hours chosen from English 1090 or 1000 (or the former 1080), and 3 credit hours chosen from English 1001, 1110, 1191, 1192, 1193 (or one of the former 1101, 1102, or 1103);
English 2000;
English 2001;
3 credit hours chosen from English 2122, 2160, or 3160;
English 3200 or 3201;
English 4100;
English 4101;
English 4900 or 4901;
an additional 3 credit hours in pre-19th-century literature;
3 credit hours in 19th-century literature; and
12 credit hours in additional English courses at the 2000-level or above, 3 credit hours of which must be at the 3000-level or above and 6 credit hours of which must be at the 4000-level.
Of the 45 credit hours required for the Joint Honours above, 3 credit hours must be in Canadian Literature (excluding English 2160, if previously completed to fulfill the requirements in 6.d above) as listed in English Courses to Fulfill Requirements for the Minor, Major, and Honours Programs in English.
Of the 45 credit hours required for the Joint Honours above, at least 27 credit hours must be at the 3000-level or above.
15.6.5 Courses to Fulfill Requirements for the Minor, Major, and Honours Programs in English
**2000-Level Courses:**
- Canadian Literature: 2150, 2151, 2160
- American Literature: 2160, the former 2213, the former 2214, 2216, 2217, 2218
- Pre-19th Century: 2600
- 19th Century: 2211, the former 2214
- 20th and 21st Century: 2122, 2150, 2151, 2212, the former 2213, 2811, 2813, 2815, 2850, 2851
**3000-Level Courses:**
- Canadian Literature: 3152, 3153, 3155, 3156, 3157, 3158, 3820, 3848
- American Literature: 3260, 3261, 3262, 3263, 3265, 3848
- Pre-19th Century: the former 3001, 3002, 3006, 3021, 3022, 3130, the former 3190, 3600, 3710, 3715, 3819, 3828
- 19th Century: 3152, 3160, 3161, the former 3172, 3175, the former 3190, 3710, 3711, 3819, 3830
- 20th and 21st Century: 3009, the former 3100, 3152, 3153, 3155, 3156, 3157, 3158, 3160, 3161, the former 3172, 3175, the former 3190, 3260, 3265, 3711, 3713, 3714, 3811, 3819, 3820, 3830, 3843, 3844, 3848

**4000-Level Courses:**
- Canadian Literature: 4821, 4822, 4850, 4851, 4852-4860
- American Literature: the former 4251, the former 4260, 4261, the former 4270, 4271, 4272
- Pre-19th Century: the former 4000, 4010, 4030, 4040, 4041, 4050, the former 4051, 4210, 4211, 4271, 4500, the former 4501, 4600, 4601
- 19th Century: the former 4001, 4050, the former 4051, 4060, 4061, 4070, the former 4251, the former 4260, 4271, 4300, the former 4805, 4817, 4821, 4851
- 20th and 21st Century: the former 4001, 4070, 4071, 4080, 4101, the former 4261, the former 4270, 4272, 4300, 4301, 4302, 4810, 4817, 4819, 4821, 4822, 4843, 4844, 4850
15.6.6.4 Regulations for the Minor in Communication Studies
Students who choose to complete a Minor in Communication Studies must complete at least 24 credit hours in Communication Studies as follows:
CMST 2000; 2001; 3000; 4000;
3 credit hours chosen from: CMST 2100, 2813, 3001, 3002, 3010-3020, 3816, 3913, 4001, 4002, 4003, 4010-4020, 4402, 4700, or 4844; and
An additional 9 credit hours in courses from Core Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Courses Approved for the Major and Minor in Communication Studies.
Of the 24 credit hours listed for the minor above, a minimum of 9 credit hours must be at the 3000 level or above.
Students should normally enroll in the Communication Studies (CMST) section of any applicable crosslisted courses.

15.6.6.5 Course List
Not all courses are necessarily offered each year. Students must be careful not to register for different designations of the same course that is cross-listed with different departments. Normal departmental prerequisites for courses are applicable.
Thank you for providing the list of core courses approved for the Major and Minor in Communication Studies at various levels. Here's a breakdown of the courses by level:

**1000 and 2000-Level Courses:**
- CMST 2000, 2001, 2100
- CMST 2813 or English 2813
- Linguistics 1100
- Philosophy 2140 or the former 2582
- Philosophy 2360 or the former 3620
- Religious Studies 2812
- Sociology 2210
- Anthropology 3630 or Sociology 3630

**3000-Level Courses:**
- CMST 3000, 3001, 3002
- CMST 3010-3020
- CMST 3816 or the former English 3816
- CMST 3913 or English 3913
- English 3843, 3912
- Folklore 3612, 3930
- Political Science 3350, 3860

**4000-Level Courses:**
- CMST 4000, 4001, 4002, 4003, 4010-4020, 4402 or the former English 4402, 4700, 4843 or English 4843, 4844 or English 4844
- Sociology 4107

These courses provide a comprehensive foundation in Communication Studies, covering a wide range of topics and areas of study within the field. Depending on your program and interests, you can choose courses from these categories to fulfill your academic requirements and delve deeper into the field of Communication Studies.
15.7.2 General Degree
Folklore 1000 is the prerequisite for all other courses in Folklore, except Folklore 1050, Folklore 1060, and those courses cross-listed with other Departments.

15.7.3 Major in Folklore
A student registered to major in Folklore must take a minimum of 36 credit hours in courses as follows:
18 required credit hours: 1000 (or the former 2000), 2100, 2300, 2401, 2500, 4470;
6 credit hours from Group A - Folk Literature Genres: 3100, 3200, 3250, 3300, 3450, 3612, 3618;
6 credit hours from Group B - Folklife Genres: 3001, 3350, the former 3591, 3606, 3650, 3700, 3713, 3820, 3830, 3850, 3860, 4460; and
6 credit hours from Group C - Topics: not more than 3 of which can be taken from courses at the 1000 level: 1060, 2230, 2700, 2800, 3350, 3360, 3460, the former 3591, 3601, 3613, 3618, 3700, 3714, the former 3900, 3910, 3920, 3930, 3950, 4015, 4100, 4310, 4400, 4410, 4420, 4440, 4480, 4810.
Students who declare a major in Folklore should have successfully completed Folklore 1000 (or the former 2000); it is recommended that students intending to major in Folklore take Folklore 2100 as early in their programs as possible.
All students who major in Folklore will be assisted by a faculty advisor who will help them in planning their academic program. Consequently, it is essential that students consult with the Department at an early stage in their studies.

15.7.4 Minor in Folklore
A student declaring a minor in Folklore must take a minimum of 24 credit hours including:
15 required credit hours: 1000 (or the former 2000), 2100, 2300, 2401, 2500; and
9 additional credit hours in Folklore - not more than 3 of which can be taken from courses at the 1000 level.
Students who declare a minor in Folklore should have successfully completed Folklore 1000 (or the former 2000); it is recommended that students intending to minor in Folklore take Folklore 2100 as early in their programs as possible.
15.7.5 Joint Major in Folklore
As an alternative to a minor, a student may choose to complete a major in Folklore and a major in another eligible program in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Joint Major Program requires 3 fewer credit hours in each participating major as prescribed in each program’s Calendar entry. For the joint major in Folklore, 3 fewer credit hours shall be required from any one of Group A (Folk Literature Genres), Group B (Folklife Genres) or Group C (Topics) to fulfill the Major in Folklore above.

15.7.6 Honours Degree in Folklore
See General Regulations for Honours Degree. An Honours student in Folklore must complete a minimum of 60 credit hours, which must include at least 36 credit hours at the 3000-level or above, and including the 36 as prescribed for the Major in Folklore. The remaining courses will normally include one of the following options:
Folklore 400X
Folklore 4998
Folklore 4999

15.7.7 Joint Honours Degree in Folklore and Another Major Discipline
See General Regulations for Honours Degrees. A minimum of 84 credit hours in the two subjects selected, with the approval of the Heads of both Departments, is required.
Of the credit hours required in the two subjects selected, not fewer than 42, and not more than 51, must come from each discipline. The student may choose the discipline in which to complete the Honours Essay or the Comprehensive Examination. If the student chooses the 400X option, the Folklore component will consist of the major in Folklore plus 400X, for a maximum of 51 credit hours in Folklore. Students are advised to choose an option as soon as possible after declaring the second subject of the Joint Honours degree.

15.7.8 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
In addition to completing the normal requirements for a Bachelor of Arts and one of a Joint Honours, Honours, Major or Minor in Folklore, students may elect to complete requirements for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA). As part of the minimum 120 credit hours, a student may use eligible credit hours in Folklore to jointly satisfy other requirements of the iBA degree. When selecting courses, a student is encouraged to consult with an academic advisor early in the program, to consider Possible Course Sequencing for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA) (First 60 Credit Hours), and to consider Folklore courses listed in International Studies (IS) Designated Courses. Up to 12 credit hours in Folklore IS courses may be used towards the International Studies (IS) Courses Requirement.

15.7.9 Certificate in Newfoundland and Labrador Studies
The Department of Folklore administers the Certificate in Newfoundland and Labrador Studies. Credit hours in Folklore may be eligible to jointly fulfill requirements of a degree and a certificate. For further information about this program, see Certificate Programs Offered in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, or contact the Program Director.
15.8.3 Major Program Regulations
Students who undertake a Major in Gender Studies must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours in Gender Studies, including:
6 credit hours in Gender Studies 1000 and 1005;
6 credit hours at the 2000 level including Gender Studies 2006;
12 credit hours at the 3000 level including Gender Studies 3005 or Gender Studies 3025, and Gender Studies 3008;
6 credit hours at the 4000 level including Gender Studies 4001; and
6 additional credit hours at the 2000 level or above.
Students declaring a major in Gender Studies are expected to have successfully completed at least 9 credit hours in Gender Studies courses at the 1000 and 2000 level before registering in courses at the 3000 level, and 3 credit hours at the 3000 level before registering in a course at the 4000 level. Students should pay particular attention to necessary prerequisites when scheduling courses.

15.8.4 Minor Program Regulations
Students who minor in Gender Studies must complete a minimum of 24 credit hours in Gender Studies including:
3 credit hours in Gender Studies 1000;
6 credit hours at the 2000 level including Gender Studies 2006;
9 credit hours at the 3000 level including Gender Studies 3005 or Gender Studies 3025, and Gender Studies 3008;
3 credit hours at the 4000 level; and
3 additional credit hours at the 2000 level or above.
Students declaring a minor in Gender Studies are expected to have successfully completed at least 6 credit hours in Gender Studies courses at the 1000 and 2000 level before registering in courses at the 3000 level, and 3 credit hours at the 3000 level before registering in a course at the 4000 level. Students should pay particular attention to necessary prerequisites when scheduling courses. Prerequisites may be waived at the discretion of the instructor.

15.8.5 Joint Major
As an alternative to a minor, a student may choose to complete a major in Gender Studies and a major in another eligible program in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Joint Major Program requires 3 fewer credit hours in each participating major as prescribed in each program’s Calendar entry. For the joint major in Gender Studies, 3 fewer credit hours shall be required to fulfill Clause 5 of the Major Program Regulations above.

15.8.6 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
In addition to completing the normal requirements for a Bachelor of Arts and one of a Major or Minor in Gender Studies, students may elect to complete requirements for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA). As part of the minimum 120 credit hours, a student may use eligible credit hours in Gender Studies to jointly satisfy other requirements of the iBA degree. When selecting courses, a student is encouraged to consult with an academic advisor early in the program, to consider Possible Course Sequencing for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA) (First 60 Credit Hours), and to consider Gender Studies courses listed in International Studies (IS) Designated Courses. Up to 12 credit hours in Gender Studies IS courses may be used towards the International Studies (IS) Courses Requirement.
15.8.7 Previous Calendar Regulations
In accordance with University Regulations (Undergraduate), Year of Degree and Departmental Regulations - Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and Faculty of Science, students for the Major or Minor in Gender Studies will normally follow regulations in effect in the academic year in which the student first successfully completes a course in that subject at the 2000 level or above which may be applied to the Major or Minor Program respectively. However, the student may elect to follow subsequent regulations introduced during the student's tenure in a program. These "grandparented" students are encouraged to consult the program's designated academic advisor for assistance with course selection.
Geography
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15.9.1 Department of Geography Description
15.9.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
15.9.3 Major in Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
15.9.4 Honours in Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
15.9.5 Minor in Geography
15.9.6 Joint Programs
15.9.6.1 Bachelor of Arts
15.9.6.2 Bachelor of Science
15.9.7 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
15.9.8 Focus Area in Geography - Bachelor of Education (Primary/Elementary)
15.9.9 Diploma in Geographic Information Sciences
www.mun.ca/geog

15.9.1 Department of Geography Description
Geography focuses on people, environments, and their interactions from local to global scales, integrating numerous physical and social sciences. As a spatial discipline, geographers study distributions and relationships among all natural and human features of Earth: climate, landscapes, populations, resources, and communities. Key questions that interest us include: Are we using resources sustainably? What are the impacts of changing environments on communities? How can we interpret the spatial distribution of economic, political and social activity? Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Geographers are planners, researchers, educators, and decision makers focused on questions relevant to all life on Earth.
The following undergraduate programs are available in the Department of Geography:
Major in Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Honours in Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Minor in Geography
Joint Programs
Focus Area in Geography
Diploma in Geographic Information Sciences
Geography course descriptions are found at the end of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences section under Course Descriptions, Geography and are designated by GEOG.
15.9.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts requires the successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours. A student must meet the requirements for a departmental Major, Minor, or Honours program and also meet the Program Regulations – General and Honours Degrees for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. A student is therefore advised to consult with the Admission to the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Programs regulations, the Program Regulations - General and Honours Degrees which also includes the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Components, The Major Program, and The Minor Program regulations. Information regarding honours programs is available at Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations as well as under each department’s regulations.
A student is strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor to discuss available programs and requirements in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences including the Core Requirements, The Major Program, The Minor Program, and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations. A student is advised to declare a program of study, including a Major and a Minor, before completing the first 45 credit hours of study. Information about declaring a Major and Minor in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/programs/undergraduate/ideclare.php. Information regarding advisors for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/about/contact/liaisons.php.

15.9.3 Major in Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Students may complete a Major in Geography as part of either a B.A. or B.Sc. program. See the Regulations for the General Degree of Bachelor of Arts and Faculty of Science, Degree Regulations for the General Degree of Bachelor of Science as appropriate.
All students who major in Geography shall consult with their assigned faculty advisor, or the Head of the Department, who will help them in planning their academic program. For this purpose, it is essential that students declare their major at an early stage of their studies.
The Major in Geography consists of 45 credit hours in Geography courses including:
1050;
2001, 2102, 2195, 2302, 2425;
3222;
3228; or the former 2226 and 3226;
9 additional credit hours from courses at the 3000-level;
490A and 490B; and
at least 6 additional credit hours chosen from courses at the 4000-level.
B.Sc. students must complete 15 credit hours in science courses outside Geography at the 2000-level or above.
15.9.4 Honours in Geography (B.A. or B.Sc.)
Students intending to take an Honours degree in Geography must apply for entry to the Honours program through the Office of the Registrar.
Students accepted in the Honours program must:
comply with the Regulations for the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Arts or Faculty of Science, Degree Regulations for the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Science as appropriate; and
arrange their program in consultation with the Head of the Department.
For the Honours Degree, a student will be required to have completed at least 60 credit hours in courses in Geography, including:
45 credit hours in courses as listed under Major in Geography;
Geography 3230, 490A, 490B, (students who have already completed 490A and 490B must complete 6 additional credit hours in Geography courses at the 4000-level) and 4999; and
3 additional credit hours at the 4000-level.

15.9.5 Minor in Geography
The Minor in Geography consists of 24 credit hours in Geography courses, including:
1050, 2001, 2102, 2195, 2302, 2425; and 6 credit hours in electives taken from Geography courses at the 3000- or 4000- level, or
the former 1000 and 1001, or 1010 and 1011; 2001, 2102, 2195, 2302, 2425; and 3 credit hours in electives taken from Geography courses at the 3000- or 4000- level.

15.9.6 Joint Programs
Regulations for the Joint Honours in Computer Science and Geography, Joint Honours in Geography/Earth Sciences, and Joint Major in Computer Science and Geography are found under the heading Joint Program Regulations in the entry for the Faculty of Science.
Students who wish to take a Joint Major or a Joint Honours in Geography and another subject must arrange their program in consultation with the heads of the Departments concerned, and comply with the General Regulations of the appropriate Faculty.

15.9.6.1 Bachelor of Arts
As an alternative to a minor in the B.A., a student may choose to complete a major in Geography and a major in another eligible program in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Joint Major Program requires 3 fewer credit hours in each participating major as prescribed in each program’s Calendar entry. The joint major in Geography requires successful completion of Geography 1050, 2001, 2102, 2195, 2302, 2425, 3222, 3228, 490A, 490B, 9 additional credit hours at the 3000-level, and 6 additional credit hours at the 4000-level.
15.10.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts requires the successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours. A student must meet the requirements for a departmental Major, Minor, or Honours program and also meet the Program Regulations – General and Honours Degrees for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. A student is therefore advised to consult with the Admission to the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Programs regulations, the Program Regulations - General and Honours Degrees which also includes the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Components, The Major Program, and The Minor Program regulations. Information regarding honours programs is available at Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations as well as under each department’s regulations.
A student is strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor to discuss available programs and requirements in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences including the Core Requirements, The Major Program, The Minor Program, and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations. A student is advised to declare a program of study, including a Major and a Minor, before completing the first 45 credit hours of study. Information about declaring a Major and Minor in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/programs/undergraduate/ideclare.php. Information regarding advisors for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/about/contact/liaisons.php.

15.10.3 General Degree
Students should consult the Regulations for the General Degree of Bachelor of Arts in addition to the regulations listed below.
Any one of History 1005, 1009-1015 forms the introduction to the practice of history. Third and fourth-year students taking History courses as electives or to satisfy Regulations for the General Degree of Bachelor of Arts are encouraged to enrol in the Department’s second-year courses.
All students who major in History will be assisted by a faculty advisor who will help them in planning their academic programs. It is essential that students register with the Department at an early stage of their studies.
15.10.3.1 Major in History
Students who undertake a Major in History must complete 36 credit hours in History, including:
3 credit hours in a course beginning with the initial digit ‘1’. Only one first-year course may be used to meet the Major requirements in History. However, a Major may use subsequent first-year History courses as Humanities and Social Sciences electives for the B.A.;
at least 12 credit hours in courses with the initial digit ‘2’ including either History 2200 or 2210;
at least 9 credit hours in courses with the initial digit ‘2’ should be completed before registering in a course with the initial digit ‘3’. Students should pay particular attention to necessary prerequisites when scheduling courses. In addition, students should obtain advice on the appropriate courses from their faculty advisor;
at least 9 credit hours in courses with the initial digit ‘3’ including History 3840;
History 3840 for which there is a prerequisite of 12 credit hours in History;
at least 3 credit hours in courses with the initial digit ‘3’ should be completed before registering in a course with the initial digit ‘4’;
at least 6 credit hours in courses with the initial digit ‘4’. Some fourth-year courses may require successful completion of courses in the same topic/subject area. Prerequisites may be waived at the discretion of the instructor; and
6 additional credit hours in courses with an initial digit beyond ‘1’.
No more than 15 transfer credit hours in History may be used to fulfill the requirements for a Major in History.

15.10.3.2 Minor in History
Students who undertake a Minor in History must complete 24 credit hours in History, including:
3 credit hours in a course beginning with the initial digit ‘1’. Only one first-year course may be used to meet the Minor requirements in History. However, a Minor may use subsequent first-year History courses as Humanities and Social Sciences electives for the B.A.;
at least 9 credit hours in courses with the initial digit '2';
at least 6 credit hours in courses with the initial digit '2' should be completed before registering in a course with the initial digit '3';
at least 6 credit hours in courses with the initial digit '3';
at least 3 credit hours in courses with the initial digit ‘4’. Some fourth-year courses may require successful completion of courses in the same topic/subject area. Prerequisites may be waived at the discretion of the instructor; and
3 additional credit hours in courses with an initial digit beyond ‘1’.
No more than 9 transfer credit hours in History may be used to fulfil the requirements for a Minor in History.

15.10.3.3 Joint Major in History
As an alternative to a minor, a student may choose to complete a major in History and a major in another eligible program in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Joint Major Program requires 3 fewer credit hours in each participating major as prescribed in each program’s Calendar entry. For the Joint Major in History, 3 fewer credit hours shall be required in courses at the 2000-level or 3000-level. Normal requirements to successfully complete History 2200 or 2210 and 3840 shall continue to apply.
15.10.4 Honours Degree
The Honours Degree in History is a rigorous and rewarding program of study for History Majors interested in developing a piece of independent research and writing. Honours students in History develop many of the necessary skills and preparation for graduate school, law school, or work in the heritage sector.
Students intending to take an Honours Degree with a Major in History must comply with the Regulations for the Honours Degree of Bachelor of Arts.
Students are required to complete at least 60 credit hours in History according to the following pattern, of which there must be a minimum of 36 credit hours at the 3000-level or above:
36 credit hours chosen in accordance with the pattern set out under the Major in History above; and
12 additional credit hours in History electives beyond the first-year level and 12 credit hours in Honours courses: History 4800, 4821, 4822, and 4999.
Applicants must apply by June 30th for the Fall semester and by November 1st for the Winter semester in order to be considered for admission. Applications received after June 30th will be considered for the Winter semester and applications received after November 1st will be considered for the next Fall semester. Students intending to complete an Honours degree in History will be assisted by a faculty advisor in planning their academic programs. The academic programs for Honours students must be approved by the Head of the Department or delegate.
Students electing Joint Honours are required to complete at least 51 credit hours in History according to the following pattern:
36 chosen in accordance with the pattern set out under the Major in History above;
History 4800 and 4821;
3 additional credit hours in History electives beyond the first-year level; and
if the student chooses to write the Honours Essay in History, the student must successfully complete History 4822 and History 4999; or
if the student chooses to write the Honours Essay in another Department, the student does not need to complete History 4822 and History 4999. However, these courses must be replaced with 6 additional credit hours in History electives at the third-year level or above.
The minimum grades required are (see Graduation Requirements):
70% on each of the prescribed courses beyond the first-year level or an average of 75% on those courses;
70% or higher in History 4999; and
an average of at least 2.75 points on the total number of credit hours in the courses required for the degree.

Note: A student may, with the written approval of the Head of the Department and the Faculty's Undergraduate Waivers and Appeals Committee, repeat or substitute up to three courses in order to meet the requirements of Clause 5. above. In counting repeats, each attempt at the same course will count as one course towards the maximum. That is, the same course, repeated three times, would place a student at the maximum and no additional repeats or substitutions would be allowed. The Honours essay may not be repeated or substituted.

No more than 27 transfer credit hours may be included in the minimum 60 credit hours required for the Honours degree in History.
15.11.2 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts requires the successful completion of a minimum of 120 credit hours. A student must meet the requirements for a departmental Major, Minor, or Honours program and also meet the Program Regulations – General and Honours Degrees for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. A student is therefore advised to consult with the Admission to the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Programs regulations, the Program Regulations - General and Honours Degrees which also includes the Bachelor of Arts General Degree Components, The Major Program, and The Minor Program regulations. Information regarding honours programs is available at Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations as well as under each department’s regulations.
A student is strongly encouraged to consult with an academic advisor to discuss available programs and requirements in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences including the Core Requirements, The Major Program, The Minor Program, and the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations. A student is advised to declare a program of study, including a Major and a Minor, before completing the first 45 credit hours of study. Information about declaring a Major and Minor in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/programs/undergraduate/ideclare.php. Information regarding advisors for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is available at www.mun.ca/hss/about/contact/liaisons.php.
15.11.3 Major in Linguistics
The General Major in Linguistics requires twelve courses, 36 credit hours. When planning the program of study, a student is encouraged to follow the pattern outlined in Suggested Course Sequence for Major in Linguistics in order to proceed smoothly in the program.
Students majoring in Linguistics must complete 36 credit hours in Linguistics, which must include either Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155) and the 12 credit hours 1103, 1104, 3100, 3201 plus 21 credit hours in courses chosen from Linguistics 1100, 1105, 2060, 2120 (or the former 3155) 2210, 2212, 2220, 2300, 2800 (or the former 1155), 3000, 3104, 3105, 3150, 3210, 3302, 3310, 3311, 3500, 3850, 3950-3960, 4010-4091, 4100, 4110, 4120 (or the former 4150), 4151, 4203, 4204, 4210, the former 4400, 4420, 4421, 4500, 4700, 4750, 4751, 4752, 4753, 4754, 4900, 4901, 4956, 4950-4960. Of these 21 credit hours, 9 must be at the 4000 level.
Designated Language Study courses offered in Linguistics may not be used towards a Major in Linguistics.
In addition to meeting the Major in Linguistics requirements students must also meet the Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements.
A student is encouraged to consider the Honours or Joint Honours in Linguistics outlined under Honours in Linguistics.
With the exception of LING 1100 all other Linguistics courses are offered, other than language courses, during the Fall and Winter semesters only.
Major in Linguistics. Here's a breakdown of the course sequence by year:

**Year 1:**
- Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155)
- Linguistics 1103
- Linguistics 1104
- LING 2210
- LING 1105
- One other 2000-level Linguistics course (recommended)

**Years 2-3:**
- Linguistics 3100
- Linguistics 3201
- Two or three other 3000-level Linguistics courses

**Year 4:**
- 3000- and 4000-level Linguistics courses (optional)
**Years 2-3:**
- Linguistics 3100
- Linguistics 3201
- Two or three other 3000-level Linguistics courses

**Year 4:**
- 3000- and 4000-level Linguistics courses (optional)

This course sequence provides a structured progression through the Linguistics major, starting with foundational courses in Year 1 and gradually moving to more advanced coursework in Years 2-3. In Year 4, you have the flexibility to choose from a range of 3000- and 4000-level Linguistics courses based on your interests and specialization within the field of Linguistics. This sequence ensures a well-rounded education in Linguistics while allowing for customization based on your academic goals.
15.11.4 Minor in Linguistics
The General Minor in Linguistics requires eight courses, 24 credit hours. When planning the program of study, a student is encouraged to follow the pattern outlined in Suggested Course Sequence for Minor in Linguistics in order to proceed smoothly in the program.
Students minoring in Linguistics must complete 24 credit hours in Linguistics, which must include: either Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155), and both of 1103 and 1104; any 6 credit hours from the following list: Linguistics 3000, 3100, 3104, 3201, 3500, 3850; and an additional 9 credit hours selected from: the former Linguistics 1101, 1105, 2060, 2120 (or the former 3155), 2210, 2212, 2220, 2300, 2800 (or the former 1155), 3000, 3100, 3104, 3105, 3150, 3201, 3210, 3302, 3310, 3311, 3500, 3850, 3950-3960, 4010-4091, 4100, 4110, 4120 (or the former 4150), 4151, 4203, 4204, 4210, the former 4400, 4420, 4421, 4500, 4700, 4750, 4751, 4752, 4753, 4754, 4900, 4901, 4956, 4950-4960.
Designated Language Study courses offered in Linguistics may not be used towards a Minor in Linguistics.
In addition to meeting the Minor in Linguistics requirements students must also meet the Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements.
A student is encouraged to consider the Major or Honours in Linguistics outlined under Major in Linguistics and Honours in Linguistics.
With the exception of LING 1100 all other Linguistics courses are offered, other than language courses, during the Fall and Winter semesters only.
Suggested Course Sequence for Minor in Linguistics:

Year 1:
- Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155)
- Linguistics 1103
- Linguistics 1104
Year 1:
- Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155)
- Linguistics 1103
- Linguistics 1104

Years 2-3:
- Two of the following courses: LING 3000, 3100, 3104, 3201, 3850
- One other 2000 or 3000-level Linguistics course

Year 4:
- Two other Linguistics courses
15.11.5 Honours in Linguistics
The Honours in Linguistics requires twenty courses, 60 credit hours and the joint Honours requires sixteen courses, 48 credit hours. When planning the program of study, a student is encouraged to follow the pattern outlined in Suggested Course Sequence for Honours in Linguistics in order to proceed smoothly in the program.
In addition to meeting the requirements below students must also meet the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Honours regulations outlined under Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree Regulations.
An Honours degree in Linguistics must include 60 credit hours in Linguistics courses, including at least 36 credit hours at the 3000-level or above, of which the following are required: either Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155), and 1103, 1104, 2210, 3000, 3100, 3201, 3210, 3500, 3850, 4100 (or 4110), 4203 (or 4204), 4999, and at least one of Linguistics 4010-4091, 4120 (or the former 4150), 4151,4210, 4500, 4700, 4750, 4751, 4752, 4753, 4754, 4900, 4901, 4950-4960. Of the remaining 18 credits hours, 6 credit hours must be taken at the 3000 level or above, with the remaining 12 credit hours taken at any level. Students may substitute Psychology 2910 for one of these remaining 12 credit hours at any level. Students should choose courses in consultation with their Honours Essay supervisor, to ensure that the needs and interests of the individual student are met, and to take into account the availability of courses which the Department is able to offer.
Designated Language Study courses offered in Linguistics may not be used towards a Honours in Linguistics.
Linguistics may also be combined with another subject or subjects to constitute a Joint Honours degree. The required courses listed above for the Honours degree, except for Linguistics 4999, are also required for any Joint Honours degree in Linguistics. A total of 48 credit hours in Linguistics, which may include Linguistics 4999, is required for Joint Honours in Linguistics. Students should consult their Department of Linguistics advisor to ensure that they select courses which complement their other Honours Subject of Specialization.
In addition to meeting the Honours in Linguistics requirements students must also meet the Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements.
With the exception of LING 1100 all other Linguistics courses are offered, other than language courses, during the Fall and Winter semesters only.
Suggested Course Sequence for Honours in Linguistics:
Year 1:
- Linguistics 1100 or 2800 (or the former 1155)
- Linguistics 1103
- Linguistics 1104
- Linguistics 2210
- One other 2000-level Linguistics course

Year 2:
- Linguistics 3000
- Linguistics 3100
- Linguistics 3201
- Linguistics 3210
- Linguistics 3850
- Linguistics 2120 (or the former 3155)
- One other 2000 or 3000-level Linguistics course

Year 3:
- Linguistics 3500
- Linguistics 4100 (or 4110)
- Linguistics 4203 (or 4204)
- Choose one of the following: 4010-4091, 4120 (or the former 4150), 4210, 4500, 4700, 4950-4960
- Two other 3000 or 4000-level Linguistics courses

Year 4:
- Linguistics 4999
- One other 4000-level Linguistics course
15.11.6 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
In addition to completing the normal requirements for a Bachelor of Arts and one of a Joint Honours, Honours, Major or Minor in Linguistics, students may elect to complete requirements for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA). As part of the minimum 120 credit hours, a student may use eligible credit hours in Linguistics to jointly satisfy other requirements of the iBA degree. When selecting courses, a student is encouraged to consult with an academic advisor early in the program and to consider Possible Course Sequencing for the First 45 credit hours of the Bachelor of Arts.
Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures
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15.13.1 Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures Description
15.13.2 French
15.13.2.1 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
15.13.2.2 French Major Program
15.13.2.3 French Minor Program
15.13.2.4 Honours Degree in French
15.13.2.5 Joint Honours
15.13.2.6 Transfer Credit for French Courses
15.13.2.7 Frecker Program
15.13.2.8 Canadian Third Year in Nice Program
15.13.2.9 Université de Bretagne Sud (UBS)
15.13.2.10 Regulations for the Major in French for Francophones
15.13.2.11 Regulations for the Minor in French for Francophones
15.13.2.12 Joint Major in French and Joint Major in French for Francophones
15.13.2.13 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
15.13.3 German
15.13.3.1 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
15.13.3.2 General Degree
15.13.3.3 German Major Program
15.13.3.4 German Minor Programs
15.13.3.5 Joint Major in German
15.13.3.6 Honours Degree in German
15.13.3.7 Joint Honours Degree in German
15.13.3.8 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
15.13.4 Modern Language Studies Major
15.13.4.1 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
15.13.4.2 Modern Languages Studies Major Program
15.13.4.3 Joint Major in Modern Language Studies
15.13.5 Russian
15.13.5.1 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
15.13.5.2 Advising for Major and Minor Programs
15.13.5.3 Russian Major Program
15.13.5.4 Russian Minor Program
15.13.5.5 Joint Major in Russian
15.13.5.6 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
15.13.6 Spanish
15.13.6.1 Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
15.13.6.2 Spanish Major Program
15.13.6.3 Spanish Minor Program
15.13.6.4 Joint Major in Spanish
15.13.6.5 Study Abroad Programs in Spanish
15.13.6.6 Regulations for the International Bachelor of Arts (iBA)
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15.13 Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures
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