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Box 400180
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4180
Phone:
(434) 924-3478
Fax:
(434) 924-7891
Overview
The University of Virginia and the study of history are, in some ways,
synonymous. Founded by Thomas Jefferson in 1819 as a secular institution,
the University represents a historical moment in American education.
History, however, is more than the study of historical moments and monuments;
it is a vital process that helps people develop the ability to think
intelligently about the past. History students also hone their writing
skills and learn to assess often radically differing views of the same
subject.
With one of the largest faculties in the University, the Department of History is able to offer courses in European and American history, the history of China, Japan, India, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. While many of the department's courses deal with public events of political, diplomatic, and constitutional history, a sizable number of faculty members specialize in social, cultural, or economic history and carry their investigations into such topics as the history of villages, cities, witchcraft, gender, literacy, and work. Regardless of their field, all historians seek to explain whether people in the past acted and thought differently from the way we act and think today, and to describe the forces behind change over time. The study of history provides students with an opportunity to understand different cultures and ultimately to understand their own culture more fully. Faculty
The fifty-six faculty members of the department are nationally recognized
for outstanding teaching and scholarship, with several having won major
national and international prizes in their fields. Because the department
is large, the faculty offers more than 100 courses each year. Many of
the faculty have been recipients of University-wide teaching awards.
All of the faculty teach and all are firmly committed to undergraduate
education, making themselves easily accessible to students.
Students
History is one of the largest departments of the University. Currently
there are more than 400 students majoring in history. The
department offers courses in eleven general fields of study: African,
American, Ancient, East Asian, English, Latin American, Medieval, Middle
Eastern, Modern European, Russian, and South Asian. Courses outside
these fields, such as comparative and trans-national history, world
history, and the histories of science, technology, gender, and war,
are also available but do not constitute a specific field within the
department. Most students begin the study of history in either an introductory
survey course or in an introductory seminar. Introductory surveys are
usually large and are designed to cover a broad topic or era (e.g.,
the age of the Renaissance; Colonial Latin America, 1500-1824). 100-level
seminars, limited to fifteen first- and second-year students, focus
on the development of skills in reading, writing, and thinking through
the study of a defined historical topic (e.g., history, politics, and
the novel; revolution, rebellion, and protest in Russian history). Virtually
every course in the department, with the exception of discussion sections,
is taught by a faculty member. Discussion sections, limited to twenty
students per section, supplement all of the large lecture classes and
are led by advanced graduate students. Advanced courses generally have
enrollments of between thirty and fifty students; fourth-year history
seminars, a requirement for the major, are limited to twelve students.
These seminars focus on historical research and writing; a substantial
thesis is required from each student in the class.
Whatever geographical focus or disciplinary emphasis students choose, they learn to focus clearly and to defendinterpretations supported solidly in fact and theory. These are the skills demanded by employers in government, law, business, and teaching. Approximately ten percent of History majors go on to do graduate work in history, often at top programs. Students with this major also go to law school, business school, and to graduate programs in other social sciences and humanities. The majority of history graduates go into business, both domestic and international, government agencies, foreign service, non-governmental agencies, public service organizations, journalism, and writing and editing. The
Major in History A major in history
informs students about the past. It also stimulates thoughtful reading,
provokes clear thinking, enlivens critical capacities, and promotes
good writing. Historical study provides an outstanding preparation for
informed citizenship in an increasingly complex and interdependent world
and a firm foundation for many career objectives. To these ends, the
department encourages students to work closely with faculty to construct
challenging, coherent, and integrated programs of study.
The major in history consists of eleven courses. These may be of three or four credits, and up to four courses may be taken by transfer from other American institutions or through recognized foreign study programs. The decision of the director of undergraduate studies is final in matters of transfer credit. Students are expected to declare history majors before the end of their fourth semester at the University and after the completion of at least one history course with a grade of C or better. To develop breadth and perspective, each student must take one course in each of five areas: European history before 1700; Modern European history; United States history; and two courses from the areas of African, Asian, Latin American and/or Middle Eastern history. These courses may be taken at any level and need not be the first five courses that a student takes. All students must pursue a particular subject in depth through a seminar or colloquium (HIXX 401 or 402) for which they have been adequately prepared. Preparation normally means at least two courses related to the topic of the seminar or colloquium. Preparatory courses may be taken outside the history department but such courses may not be counted toward the major. Students must attain a grade of C or better in the history seminar or colloquium. There are a few other basic requirements for the major in history. At least five courses must be numbered 300 or above. No more than six courses (including the seminar or colloquium) may be taken in any single area of history for credit in the major; students may take as many elective courses in history as their schedules and interests permit. History majors must maintain a GPA of 2.0 in their major. The department accepts 1 Advanced Placement course with a score of 4 or 5 toward the eleven courses required for the major. All majors are required to consult with their major advisors at least once per semester. The
Minor in History The minor in history
consist of six courses. These must be distributed in at least three
areas of history, and at least two courses must be numbered 300 or above.
All courses counted for the minor must be taken in residence at the
University.
Distinguished
Majors Program in History Students who seek independent study and directed research
may be admitted to the Distinguished Majors Program (DMP). The program
consists of a two-year course of study. In the fall of their third year
participants take a special colloquium available only to them, and follow
this with a regular major seminar or colloquium in the spring. The fourth
year is devoted to the preparation of a substantial thesis and to participation
in a year-long seminar. Distinguished majors must meet the other requirements
for a history major. Applications for admission to the program are normally
accepted in April of each year from second-year students who are otherwise
eligible to declare history majors. Information on the program can be
secured from its directors or from the undergraduate director. Participants
are eligible for degrees with distinction, high distinction, and highest
distinction. Levels of distinction, are set by a faculty committee based
upon the attainment of a minimum GPA of 3.4 for all courses, the quality
of the thesis, and the overall quality of a student's academic record.
The
American Studies Major The American Studies Major offers students the opportunity
to study the United States in a multidisciplinary context. History
majors focusing on the United States can also major in American Studies
readily and efficiently, and this double-major will deepen and enrich
their study of United States history in fruitful ways. Students will
be admitted to the American Studies Major after a competitive application
process that is normally completed at the end of their second
year. Those accepted take, in their third year, two seminars that are
available only to American Studies students; a fourth-year seminar in
a special topic of American Studies; and seven other courses, to be
chosen in consultation with the Director of American Studies, from other
departments throughout the college and the university. (History majors
may count some of their course work in United States history towards
the American Studies major.) For more information, please see the Director
of American Studies, Department of English, 441 Bryan Hall.
Requirement
for Minor in the History of Science and Technology
Please refer to section on the Division of Technology, Culture, and
Communication in chapter 10.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies, Corcoran Department of
History, Randall Hall, Charlottesville, VA 22903; (434) 924-7147; Fax:
(434) 924-7891; www.virginia.edu/history/.
Course Descriptions African History Introductory
Seminar in African History
Introduces
the study of history intended for first- or second-year students. Seminars
involve reading, discussing, and writing about different historical
topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement of critical and communication
skills. Several seminars are offered each term. Not more than two Introductory
Seminars may be counted toward the major in history.
Early
African History
Studies
the history of African civilizations from the iron age through the era
of the slave trade, ca. 1800. Emphasizes the search for the themes of
social, political, economic, and intellectual history which present
African civilizations on their own terms.
Modern
African History
Studies
the history of Africa and its interaction with the western world from
the mid-19th century to the present. Emphasizes continuities in African
civilization from imperialism to independence that transcend the colonial
interlude of the 20th century.
The
African Diaspora
Studies
the history of African peoples and their interaction with the wider
world. Emphasizes historical and cultural ties between African diasporic
communities and the homeland to the mid-19th century. Cross-listed as
AAS 101.
North
African History From Carthage to the Algerian Revolution
Surveys
the main outlines of North African political, economic, and cultural
history from the rise of Carthage as a Mediterranean power until the
conclusion of the Algerian war for independence in 1962, and the creation
of a system of nation-states in the region. It places the North African
historical experience within the framework of both Mediterranean/European
history and African history. Focuses mainly upon the area stretching
from Morocco's Atlantic coast to the Nile Delta; also considered are
Andalusia and Sicily, and the ties between Northwest Africa and sub-Saharan
regions, particularly West Africa.
History
of Southern Africa
Studies
the history of Africa generally south of the Zambezi River. Emphasizes
African institutions, creation of ethnic and racial identities, industrialization,
and rural poverty, from the early formation of historical communities
to recent times.
Seminar
in African History
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. Seminar work
results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca. 25 pp. in
standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites
apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Colloquium
in African History
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed
among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply
to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Topics
in African History
Prerequisite: Permission
of the instructor.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly. Open to majors or non-majors on an equal
basis.
Independent
Study in African History
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member,
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Open to majors or non-majors.
Slave
Systems in Africa and the Americas
Historical
study of the growth and evolution of the systems of "slavery"
in Africa, the American south, and Latin America (including the Caribbean).
East Asian History Introductory
Seminar in East Asian History
Introduces
the study of history intended for first- or second-year students. Seminars
involve reading, discussing, and writing about different historical
topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement of critical and communication
skills. Several seminars are offered each term. Not more than two Introductory
Seminars may be counted toward the major in history.
Chinese
Culture and Institutions
Introduces
traditional Chinese social, political, economic and military institutions,
major literary, artistic and intellectual movements, and developments
in the medical and culinary arts.
Modern
China: The Road to Revolution
Studies
the transformation of Chinese politics, thought, institutions, and foreign
relations since the Opium War. Emphasizes the development of modern
nationalism and Communism.
Korean
Culture and Institutions
Introduces
traditional Korean social, political and economic institutions, major
literary, artistic, and intellectual movements. Emphasizes Korea as
a peninsular expression of East Asian civilization.
Korean
Culture and Institutions: 14th-20th Centuries
This
course covers the history of Korea from the late 14th century through
the end of the 20th century: the rise of the Yi Dynasty, changes wrought
by the full-scale Confucianization of Korean society, the unfolding
and ultimate collapse of the unique relationship between the Yi court
and Ming/Qing China, challenges to the territorial integrity of Korea
in the late 19th century, the rise of Korean nationalism, Japanese colonization,
post-World War II social, political and economic developments, and the
role of Christianity throughout the 20th century.
Japan,
From Susanno to Sony
Comprehensive
introduction to Japan from the earliest times to the present, highlighting
the key aspects of its social, economic, and political history, and
illuminating the evolution of popular culture and the role of the military.
The
Traditional Chinese Order, Antiquity-Sixth Century A.D.
Surveys
the social, political and economic organization of traditional Chinese
society, traditional Chinese foreign policy, and major literary, artistic,
and intellectual movements.
The
Traditional Chinese Order, Seventh Century-Seventeenth Century
Surveys
the social, political and economic organization of traditional Chinese
society, traditional Chinese foreign policy, and major literary, artistic,
and intellectual movements.
Political
and Social Thought in Modern China
Studies
political and social thought from the early 20th century to the present,
as reflected in written sources (including fiction), art, and films.
East
Asian-American Relations in the 20th Century
A
lecture and discussion course focusing on the changing relationship
between East Asian Countries—China, Japan, Vietnam and Korea in
particular—and the United States in the 20th century.
Japan's
Economic Miracle
Examines
the history of Japan since the early 19th century by exploring the causes
and consequences of the economic and social changes that have made Japan
one of the most important advanced industrial countries in the contemporary
world.
Japan's
Political History
Examines
Japanese history since the early 19th century, exploring changes in
political ideas, institutions, and behavior among both governing elites
and the mass of Japanese citizenry.
Peasants,
Students and Women: Social Movement in Twentieth-Century China
Studies
rural revolution, student movements, women's liberation, and the transformation
of the social order since the late 19th century.
Seminar
in East Asian History
A
small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively
for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to
the topic of the seminar. The work of the seminar results primarily
in the preparation of a substantial (ca. 25 pp. in standard format)
research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment.
See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.
Colloquium
in East Asia
A
small class (not more than 15 students) intended primarily but not exclusively
for history majors who have completed two or more courses relevant to
the topic of the colloquium. Most frequently offered in areas of history
where access to source materials or linguistic demands make seminars
especially difficult. Students prepare about 25 pages of written work.
Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history
advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.
Topics
in East Asian History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Small,
discussion-oriented classes available to any student with sufficient
background and interest in a particular field of historical study.
Independent
Study in East Asia
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent Study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Open to majors or non-majors.
Mao
and the Chinese Revolution
This
course, an advanced reading seminar, provides an in-depth investigation
of one of the most significant, yet destructive, revolutions in human
history—the Chinese Communist revolution, as well as the person
who led the revolution—Mao Zedong.
European History Introductory
Seminar in European History
Intended
for first- or second-year students. Seminars involve reading, discussing,
and writing about different historical topics and periods, and emphasize
the enhancement of critical and communication skills. Several seminars
are offered each term. Not more than two Introductory Seminars may be
counted toward the major in history.
Western
Civilization I
Surveys
the fundamental institutions and ideas that have shaped the Western
world. Topics include great religious and philosophical traditions,
political ideas, literary forms, artistic achievements and institutional
structures from the world of the ancient Hebrews to the eve of the modern
world (ca. 3000 B.C. to 1600 A.D.).
Western
Civilization II
Surveys
the political and cultural history of the Western world in modern times.
Emphasizes the distinctiveness of Western civilization, on the reasons
for the rise of the West to global domination, and the relative decline
of the West in recent times.
Ancient
Greece
Studies
the political, military, and social history of Ancient Greece from the
Homeric age to the death of Alexander the Great, emphasizing the development
and interactions of Sparta and Athens.
Roman
Republic and Empire
Surveys
the political, social, and institutional growth of the Roman Republic,
focusing on its downfall and replacement by an imperial form of government,
the subsequent history of that government, and the social and economic
life during the Roman Empire, up to its own decline and fall.
Economic
History of Europe
Studies
European economic history from the middle ages to the industrial revolution.
Emphasizes the emergence of the market and the rise of capitalism in
Great Britain. Cross-listed as ECON 205.
The
Birth of Europe
Studies
ways of life and thought in the formation of Western Europe from the
4th century A.D. to the 15th. Includes a survey of the development of
society and culture in town and countryside, the growth of economic,
political, and religious institutions, and the impact of Muslim and
Byzantine civilizations.
Early
Modern Europe, 1500-1815
Analyzes
the political, social, and economic developments from after the Reformation
to the fall of Napoleon.
Modern
European History Since 1815
Analyzes
the political, social, and economic developments in Europe from the
age of Napoleon to the present.
Modern
Jewish History
Survey
of Jewish history from the seventeenth century to the present, primarily
in Europe, but with further treatment of Jewish life in the U.S. and
Israel. Major topics include Jewish historical consciousness; patterns
of emancipation; religious adjustment; the role of women; anti-Semitism;
Zionism; the American Jewish experience; the Holocaust; the establishment
of Israel; and Jewish life in Europe after the Holocaust.
History
of England to 1688
Studies
England and the British Isles from earliest times to the accession of
William III.
The
Emergence of Modern Britain, 1688-2000
This
lecture course surveys the history of Britain from the Glorious Revolution
to our own time. The making and remaking of this nation state over three
hundred years will be shown in its connections with the history of Europe,
and the wider story of the making of the modern world.
History
of the Russian Empire 1700-1917
Studies
the history of Russia from Peter the Great to the Bolshevik Revolution
and the establishment of Soviet power.
History
of Russia Since 1917
Explores
the collapse of the Russian Empire and the rise of the Communist state.
Emphasizes the social revolution, Stalinism and subsequent “"de-Stalinization,"
national minorities, and the collapse of the Soviet regime.
Greek
and Roman Warfare
Surveys
the history of ancient warfare from the Homeric era until the fall of
Rome.
The
Fall of the Roman Republic
Surveys
the history and culture of the last century of the Roman Republic (133-30
B.C.), emphasizing the political and social reasons for the destruction
of the Republican form of government and its replacement by a monarchy.
Ancient
Law and Society
Prerequisite: HIEU
203 or HIEU 204, or permission of the instructor.
Study
of the interrationships between law, politics and society in ancient
Greece (chiefly Athenian) culture, the Hellenistic kingdoms and Rome
(from the XII Tables to the Justinianic Code). Focuses particularly
on the development of the idea of law; on the construction of law's
authority and legitimacy; on the use of law as one method of social
control; and on the development, at Rome, of juristic independence and
legal codification.
Early
Medieval Civilization
Studies
early medieval civilization from late antiquity to the 11th century.
Emphasizes selected themes in cultural history.
Later
Medieval Civilization
Discusses
intellectual and cultural history, political and social theories, and
religious movements from the 11th to the 16th centuries.
The
World of Charlemagne
Explores
the Byzantine, Muslim, and European worlds in the 8th and 9th centuries.
Compares political, institutional, and social history, and the Catholic,
Orthodox, and Islamic faiths.
Anglo-Saxon
England
Surveys
England and its Celtic neighbors in Wales, Scotland, and Ireland from
the departure of the Romans in the early 5th century to the Scandinavian
conquest in 1016. Emphasizes the human diversity and cultural and institutional
creativity of the Anglo-Saxons.
Medieval
Iberia, 411-1469
Surveys
Iberian history from the collapse of Roman rules to the union of the
crowns of Aragon and Castille in 1469; includes the development of regional
identities, the interaction of Christian, Moslem, and Jewish cultures,
and Iberia's relations with its European neighbors.
Byzantine
Civilization
Surveys
the political and cultural history of the Byzantine Empire and of Orthodox
Christianity from late antiquity to the fall of Constantinople
in 1453.
Eastern
Christianity
Surveys
the history of Christianity in the Byzantine world and the Middle East
from late antiquity (age of emperor Justinian) until the fall of Constantinople.
Emphasizes developments in theology, spirituality and art, and the relation
of Christianity to Islam. Considers Eastern Christianity in modern times.
Medieval
Christianity
Detailed
study of the development of Christianity in the Middle Ages and of how
it reflected upon itself in terms of theology, piety, and politics.
Cross-listed as RELC 325.
Medieval
and Renaissance Italy
Surveys
the development of the Italian city-state between 1050 and 1550, emphasizing
the social and political context of Italian culture.
The
Culture of the Renaissance
Surveys
the growth and diffusion of educational, literary, and artistic innovations
in Europe between 1300 and 1600.
Europe
in the Age of Reformation, 1450-1650
Surveys
the social, political, economic, and especially the religious changes
that came over Europe during the period 1450 to 1650. Readings regularly
include Thomas More, Martin Luther, Michel de Montaigne, and other major
figures.
The
Religious Reformations
Studies
the disintegration of Medieval Catholicism and the rise of Protestant
Christianity in the 16th century with special attention to the interaction
of religious, social, and political issues. Cross-listed as RELC 326.
Imperial
Spain and Portugal, 1469-1808
General
survey of the Iberian peninsula from Ferdinand and Isabella to Napoleon,
including the development of absolutism, the enforcement of religious
orthodoxy, the conquest of the New World and the Iberian imperial systems,
the price revolution, the “"decline" of Spain and the
Bourbon reforms, and the arts and literature of the Golden Age.
History
of Russia to 1700
Topics
include the history of the formation of the Kievan State, the Appanage
period, Mongol domination and the emergence of the Muscovite state;
foundations of the first Russian state, evolution of its institutions,
cultural influences from the origin to the decline; and the rise of
successor states and particularly the multi-national state of Moscow.
Age
of Russian Absolutism, 1613-1855
Intensive
study of Russian history from the reign of the first Romanov tsar to
the defeat in the Crimean War. Emphasizes the evolution of absolutism
in Russia and the effects of the changes introduced by Peter the Great.
Tudor
England
Studies
the history of England (and its foreign relations especially with Scotland,
France and Spain) from the reign of King Richard III to the death of
Queen Elizabeth I. Topics include the transition from medieval to early
modern society and government, the English Reformation and its consequences,
the mid- Tudor crisis, social and economic change, and the principal
personalities of the period.
Stuart
England
Studies
the history of England (and its foreign relations) from 1603 to 1714,
with commentary on some major themes of early Hanoverian England to
the end of Sir Robert Walpole's ministry. Includes newer interpretations
on Stuart monarchy, the background and consequences of the Civil War,
restoration ideology and politics in relation to the Cromwellian Interregnum,
the Revolution of 1688, social and local history, and the creation of
the first British Empire.
France
Under the Old Regime and Revolution
Studies
the history of the Old Regime and the revolutionary period, emphasizing
political, social, and cultural developments.
Social
History of Early Modern Europe
Surveys
social, economic, and demographic structure and change in pre-industrial
Europe, focusing on social unrest and rebellions.
The
Scientific Revolution, 1450-1700
Studies
the history of modern science in its formative period against the backdrop
of classical Greek science and in the context of evolving scientific
institutions and changing views of religion, politics, magic, alchemy,
and ancient authorities.
Intellectual
History of Early Modern Europe
Analyzes
the main currents of European thought in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Emphasizes major social movements and cultural changes.
Society
and the Sexes in Europe From Late Antiquity to the Reformation
Explores
the changing constructions of gender roles and their concrete consequences
for women and men in society; uses primary texts and secondary studies
from late antiquity through the Reformation.
Society
and the Sexes in Europe From the Seventeenth Century to the Present
Explores
the changing constructions of gender roles and their concrete consequences
for women and men in society; uses primary texts and secondary studies
from the 17th century to the present.
The
Impact of Printing, 1650-1900
Studies
the impact of the printing press on western European culture.
Revolutionary
France, 1770-1815
This
course will examine the social, cultural, intellectual and political
history of France from the end of the Old Regime through the Napoleonic
Empire. The origins, development, and outcome of the French Revolution
will be the main focus. Attention will also be paid to the international
legacy of various French revolutionary concepts and to the history of
the interpretation of this critical period of upheaval.
Women,
Men, and Politics in the Age of Democratic Revolutions, 1760-1848
Prerequisite:
A course in history or gender studies.
Surveys
the origins, development, and consequences of key revolutionary struggles
of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, emphasizing changes in gender
relations.
Nineteenth-Century
Europe
Surveys
the major social, economic, and political trends between the defeat
of the Napoleonic Empire and the First World War. Stresses the developments
in Western Europe as industrialization, democracy, nationalism, and
representative institutions took root.
Twentieth-Century
Europe
Studies
the main developments in European history from the turn of the century
to the eve of the Second World War.
Twentieth-Century
Europe
Studies
the main developments in European history from the outbreak of the Second
World War to the present.
France
Since 1815
Studies
French politics and society from the defeat of Napoleon to De Gaulle's
republic.
Modern
Italy
Studies
the history of Italy from the era of the French Revolution to the present.
Modern
German History
Prerequisite:
One completed history course.
Introduces
the political, social and cultural history of modern Germany from the
French Revolution to the present.
English
Legal History to 1776
The
development of legal institutions, legal ideas, and legal principles
from the medieval period to the 18th century. Emphasizes the impact
of transformations in politics, society, and thought on the major categories
of English law: property, torts and contracts, corporations, family
law, constitutional and administrative law, and crime.
The
Making of Victorian England, 1760-1855
Analyzes
England's history from the age of revolutions (American, French, industrial)
in the late 18th century to the height of prosperity, power, and influence
in the mid-Victorian era.
The
Decline of England, 1855-1945
Analyzes
the history of England during one of the most troubled periods in her
national experience, from the age of equipoise in the mid-Victorian
era to the age of total war in the first half of our own century.
Age
of Reform and Revolution in Russia, 1855-1917
Studies
the changes resulting from the wake of reforms following the Crimean
War. Explores the social and political effects of efforts to modernize
and industrialize Russia, which led to the growth of political and revolutionary
opposition and the overthrow of the monarchy.
Russian
Intellectual History in the 19th Century
Studies
the background of Westernization, rise of intelligentsia, development
of radical and conservative trends, and the impact of intellectual ferment
on Russian culture and politics to 1917.
Russia
in the 20th Century
Analyzes
the fall of the tsarist regime, the revolutions of 1917, the Leninist-Stalinist
tyranny, Khrushchev, Brezhnev, Gorbachev, Yeltsin and the Revolution
of 1991. Emphasizes national minorities, diplomatic and social history,
and Christianity and Islam.
National
Minorities of Russia
Prerequisite:
At least three credits of modern Russian, Chinese, South Asian, or Middle
Eastern studies.
Studies
the ethno-historical origins and development of Soviet minorities of
the USSR from the earliest times to the present. Focuses on the Uzbek,
Turkmen, Kirgiz, Kazakh, Uigur, and Azeri peoples. Three hours of lectures
and discussion per week.
Russian
and Soviet Diplomatic History, 1850-Present
Studies
the foreign policy legacy of the Russian Empire to the present. Emphasizes
World War I, foreign intervention in Russia, the Comintern, the Second
World War and after, the Cold War, the expansion and decline of world
communism, the collapse of the Soviet empire, and current Russian prospects.
Europe
From the Atlantic to the Urals Since 1945
Analyzes
relations between European states and the movement toward European unity
from 1945 to the present; the realignment of nations and ideologies
in Eastern Europe and the USSR since 1985; reintegration of Eastern
Europe and USSR successor states into Europe; and challenges to and
opportunities for free-market democracies, particularly the USA and
Japan, arising from European unification.
Revolutionary
Russia
Detailed
study of the social, cultural, and political history of the revolutionary
movement: the 1905 Revolution, the February Revolution, and the Bolshevik
Revolution from Lenin to Stalin.
Witchcraft
Prerequisite:
First-year students not admitted except by instructor permission.
Surveys
Western attitudes toward magic and witchcraft from ancient times to
the present, with emphasis on the European age of witch hunting, 1450-1750.
Cross-listed as RELG 372.
European
Social History, 1770-1890
Studies
the evolution of private life from the era of early capitalism to the
end of the nineteenth century. Focuses on family life, work experience,
material conditions, women's roles, childhood, and youth.
European
Social History, 1890-1980
Studies
the evolution of private life from the end of the nineteenth century
to the present day. Focuses on family life, work experience, material
conditions, women's roles, childhood, and youth.
Evolution
of the International System, 1815-1950
Analyzes
the evolution of great-power politics from the post-Napoleonic Congress
of Vienna and the systems of Metternich and Bismarck to the great convulsions
of the twentieth century and the Russo-American Cold War after World
War II.
Homosexuality
and Society in the Modern Western World
Offers
a unique perspective on the emergence of a distinct subculture (more
recently of a reform movement) within Western society, and on the response—usually
hostile, often savagely repressive—of society at large to that
subculture. Emphasizes that tense relationship and the light it throws
on many facets of cultural, social, and political history in Europe
and the United States.
Science
in the Modern World
Studies
the development of scientific thought and institutions since 1700, emphasizing
the increasing involvement of science in economic, social, political,
and military affairs and its relations with philosophical and religious
thought.
Origins
of Modern Thought, 1580-1943
Introduces
central themes, theorists, and texts in secular European thought since
1580. Surveys the “"age of reason," the Enlightenment,
romanticism, historicism, positivism, existentialism, and related matters.
Works by a variety of thinkers are read, explicated, and discussed.
Intellectual
History of Modern Europe
Studies
the main currents of European thought in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Emphasizes major social movements and cultural changes.
Origins
of Contemporary Thought
Studies
selected themes in intellectual history since the mid-19th century,
focusing on Darwin, Nietzsche, Freud, Heidegger, and other thinkers,
emphasizing the intellectual contexts out of which they came and to
which they contributed.
Marx
Introduces
the social theory of Karl Marx. What Marx said, why he said it, what
he meant in saying it, and the significance thereof. Situates Marx's
writing in the context of 19th-century intellectual history. Focuses
on the coherence and validity of the theory and its subsequent history.
Seminar
in European History
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of
the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca.
25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites
apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Colloquium
in European History
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work. Some restrictions
and prerequisites apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the
director of undergraduate studies.
Topics
in European History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly, they are open to majors or non-majors.
Independent
Study in European History
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent Study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Open to majors or non-majors.
Archaic
Greece
Prerequisite: HIEU
203 or equivalent.
Studies
the rise of Greek civilization. Provides a political and constitutional
history of the development of the Greek city-state, emphasizing classic
Athens.
Greece
in the Fifth Century
Prerequisite: HIEU
203 or equivalent.
Examines
the political, diplomatic, and social history of Greece from the end
of the Persian Wars in 479 B.C. to the end of the Peloponnesian War
in 404/3 B.C. Investigates the origins, course, and importance of the
latter war, a watershed in classical Greek history.
Greece
in the Fourth Century
Prerequisite: HIEU
204 or equivalent.
Advanced
course in Greek history that examines in detail the social and economic
history of Greece from the end of the Peloponnesian War in 404 B.C.
to the defeat of the Greek city-states at Chaeronea in 338.
Roman
Republic
Prerequisite: HIEU
204 or equivalent.
Studies
the expansion of Rome from city-state to world empire to the death of
Caesar.
Roman
Empire
Prerequisite: HIEU
204 or equivalent.
Studies
the founding and institutions of the Principate, the Dominate, and the
decline of antiquity.
Roman
Imperialism
Prerequisite: HIEU
204 or equivalent.
Examines
Roman transmarine expansion to determine how and why it happened and
the consequences it had, both in Rome and abroad.
Modern
Theory
Prerequisite:
One 300-level course in intellectual history.
For
students with previous knowledge of philosophy, political, or sociological
theory, or religious studies. Discusses three or four major nineteenth-
or twentieth-century theorists in depth.
Early
Christian Thought
Prerequisite: RELC
205 or instructor permission.
Intensive
consideration of a selected issue, movement, or figure in Christian
thought of the second through fifth centuries.
Early
Medieval England
Documentary
history of English society from the late Saxon period to the reign of
King John.
Later
Medieval England
Documentary
history of English society from the reign of King John to the death
of Richard II.
Medieval
France
Studies
societies and governments in medieval Francia from the 11th century
to the 14th.
The
Medieval Church
Studies
the history of the Western church within the development of medieval
society, from the time of Constantine through the 13th century, based
on analysis of selected texts.
Medieval
Society: Ways of Life and Thought in Western Europe
Introduces
the social and intellectual history from Charlemagne to Dante.
Historians
in the Middle Ages
Discusses
how prominent Latin writers of the medieval period looked at the past.
War
and Society in the Middle Ages
Documentary
history of warfare in Western Europe from the 9th century to the 16th;
discusses its effect on the political, economic, social, and religious
development of the emerging nation states.
The
Culture of the Renaissance
Prerequisite:
Undergraduates require instructor permission.
Surveys
the writing of humanists who lived between 1300 and 1600. Includes the
contributions of humanists to the history of education, political theory,
religion, gender relations, and artistic theory. Studies works by authors
such as Petrarch, Machiavelli, Thomas More, and Erasmus.
Early
Modern Germany, 1350-1750
Studies
late medieval politics, economy, and culture, including the Reformation,
Counter-Reformation, the Wars of Religion, pietism and the baroque.
Russian
History to 1700
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Selected
topics in the evolution of the Russian peoples to the reign of Peter
the Great.
The
Age of Russian Absolutism, 1613-1855
Intensive
study of Russian history from the reign of the first Romanov tsar to
the defeat in the Crimean War. Concentrates on the evolution of absolutism
in Russia and the effects of the changes introduced by Peter the Great.
Nationality,
Ethnicity, and Race in Modern Europe
Prerequisite:
One course in modern European history or instructor permission.
Colloquium
on how categories of human identity have been conceived, applied, and
experienced in Western and Eastern Europe from 1789 to the present.
Topics include the construction of identities, national assimilation,
inter-confessional conflict, colonialism, immigration, and the human
sciences.
The
History of Twentieth Century Europe, 1900-1941
Intensive
study of the monograph literature dealing with the first half of the
20th century, concentrating on major problems which have been the subject
of scholarly controversy.
The
History of Twentieth-Century Europe Since 1941
Intensive
study of the monographic literature dealing with controversial issues
in European history since World War II.
The
German World After 1918
Studies
the problems in German Politics and society, including those of Austria,
Switzerland, and such border areas as Alsace-Lorraine, Luxemburg and
the German regions of Czechoslovakia.
British
History Since 1760
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Readings
and discussion on selected topics in British history since the reign
of George III.
The
British Empire
This
seminar surveys the history of British expansion over four centuries,
moving between the history of the imperial center, and the stories of
encounter, settlement, violence, resistance, and of the transformation
of lifeways and identify, at the American, Asian, African, and Pacific
peripheries of British influence. It is, at the same time, a thorough
introduction into the historiography of Imperalism, and a space in which
advanced undergraduates and graduates may pursue related research.
The
British Economy Since 1850
Studies
the structure, performance and policy in the British economy since 1850,
focusing on the causes and consequences of Britain's relative economic
decline. Cross listed as ECON 507.
The
Age of Reform and Revolution in Russia, 1855-1917
Intensive
study of changes brought about in the wake of reforms following the
Crimean War. Explores the social and political effects of efforts to
modernize and industrialize Russia, which led to the growth of political
and revolutionary opposition and the overthrow of the monarchy.
Russia
Since 1917
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Readings
and discussion of the causes for the collapse of the Tsarist regime
and the triumph of the Bolsheviks. Examines the development of the Soviet
state.
Russian
and Soviet Diplomatic History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Examines,
through readings and discussion, aspects of Soviet diplomatic
history between the wars, attempts, by the revolutionary regime, to
overthrow the capitalist states and to coexist with them, and the road
to World War II.
Nineteenth-Century
Russian Intellectual History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Readings
and discussion of seminal Russian intellectuals and their ideas under
the later Romanov Tsars.
Russian
Social History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Readings
and discussion on selected topics in Russian social history during the
19th and early 20th centuries.
European
Social History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Reading
and discussion of the evolution of private life, emphasizing methodology
and the interpretation of sources in social history.
Evolution
of the International System, 1815-1950
Prerequisite:
Graduate students and instructor permission.
Studies
the evolution of great-power politics from the post-Napoleonic Congress
of Vienna and the systems of Metternich and Bismarck to the great convulsions
of the twentieth century and the Russo-American Cold War after World
War II. Covers same thematic material as HIEU 375 on a more intensive
level.
History
of Modern Science
Reading
and discussion on selected topics in the history of the natural and
social science since 1600.
European
Intellectual History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Reading,
discussion, and papers on selected topics in European intellectual history
since the 17th century.
Postmodernism:
Contexts and Anticipations
Prerequisite:
Some modest prior background in intellectual history, philosophy, literature,
art, architecture, or music.
Explores
the notions of postmodernism and postmodernity. The names are recent
and are much in dispute, but the various phenomena that they designate
seem interesting and important. Attempts to play postmodernism off against
modernism in its several senses (aesthetic, sociological, philosophical),
and to examine earlier anticipations of the recent intellectual conflict.
Latin American History Introductory
Seminar in Latin American History
Intended
for first- or second-year students, this course introduces the study
of history. Seminars involve reading, discussing, and writing
about different historical topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement
of critical and communication skills. Several seminars are offered each
term. Not more than two Introductory Seminars may be counted toward
the major history.
Colonial
Latin America, 1500-1824
Introduces
major developments and issues in the study of Latin American history
from Native American societies on the eve of the Spanish Conquest to
the wars of national independence in the early 19th century.
Modern
Latin America, 1824 to Present
Introduces
the history of Latin America from national independence in the early
19th century to the present.
Spanish
Frontiers of the American Southwest
Studies
the history of the Spanish and Mexican borderlands of the American Southwest
(California to Texas) from the 16th century to 1848. Focuses on the
timing and differences in exploration, occupation, settlement patterns,
role of the church and the military, and Spanish/Indian and Spanish-Mexican/
English-American relations in various provinces.
Mexico
From Conquest to Nation
Studies
Mexican history from 1519 to 1854, emphasizing Spanish/Indian relations,
problems of periodization in cultural, economic, and social history,
the state and the church in public life, the significance of national
independence, and regional variation in all of these subjects.
Mexico,
Revolution and Evolution, 1854 to Present
Studies
Mexican history since the wars of reform in the 1850s. The Revolution,
1910-1920, its origins and meaning for modern Mexico, is the centerpiece.
Topics include political ideas, church and state, the growth of nationalism
and the state, economic changes, urbanization, land reform, and the
intractable problem of inequality in the 20th century.
Modern
Central America
Studies
the history of Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, and
El Salvador from 19th century fragmentation, oligarchic, foreign, and
military rule, to the emergence of popular nationalisms.
History
of Modern Brazil
Explores
Brazilian history from Independence to the present day. Through an interdisciplinary
and comparative approach, the course examines the legacy of slavery,
the importance of popular culture, and debates over national identity
in the making of a distinctively ambiguous Brazilian “"modernity,"
broadly understood.
Public
Life in Modern Latin America
Introduces
the forces shaping the emerging nations of Latin America since independence,
emphasizing the dynamic reproduction of hierarchies that correspond
to the patrimonial, aristocratic, and populist legitimization of social,
cultural, and political relations in city life.
History
of the Caribbean, 1500-2000
The
Caribbean is a region of the Atlantic world bounded by Central America
and the north of South America, and by an arc of islands which runs
from Trinidad in the south, to the Bahamas in the north, and Cuba in
the west. This course surveys its history from the pre-Columbian era
to the present, with special emphasis on the Anglophone territories.
It is at the same time an introduction to the intellectual history of
the region, since readings are chosen almost exclusively from within
its traditions.
Seminar
in Latin American History
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. Seminar work
results primarily in the preparation of substantial (ca. 25 pp. in standard
format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply to
enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate studies.
Colloquium
in Latin American History
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed
among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply
to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Topics
in Latin American History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly. Open to majors or non-majors on an equal
basis.
Independent
Study in Latin American History
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent Study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Open to majors or non-majors.
Colonial
Latin American History
Prerequisite:
Advanced undergraduates with consent of instructor and graduate students
with reading knowledge of Spanish.
Intensive
reading program in the historiography of major issues of the colonial
field, in preparation for graduate-level research.
Modern
Latin American History
Prerequisite:
Advanced undergraduates with consent of instructor and graduate students
with reading knowledge of Spanish.
Intensive
reading program in the historiography of major issues of the modern
field, in preparation for graduate-level research.
Middle East History Introductory
Seminar in Middle East History
Introduces
the study of history intended for first- or second-year students. Seminars
involve reading, discussing, and writing about different historical
topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement of critical and communication
skills. Not more than two Introductory Seminars may be counted toward
the major in history.
History
of the Middle East and North Africa, ca. 570-ca. 1500
Explores
the the historical evolution of the Middle East and North Africa from
the birth of Islam to the establishment of the Ottoman state in the
early 16th century. Topics include the Fertile Crescent, Egypt, Mesopotamia,
Iran/Persia, and the Arabian Peninsula; Andalusia (Muslim Spain); North
Africa, Anatolia; Central Asia; Islam as a religious system, way of
life, and world civilization; and the historical development of
cultural, social, legal, and political Islamic institutions.
History
of the Middle East and North Africa, ca. 1500-Present
As
a continuation of HIME 201 (which is not a prerequisite), this course
surveys the historical evolution of the Middle East and North Africa,
i.e., the region stretching from Morocco to Afghanistan, and from the
Balkans and Anatolia to the Arabian Peninsula. Topics include the main
political configurations of the area from the birth of Islam until the
Mongol aftermath; the rise of the gunpowder Empires of the 16th century;
the Ottoman and Safavid (Iran) states; and the modern nation-state systems
of the present century, ca. 1980. The dominant political, religious,
economic, social, and cultural features of Middle Eastern peoples and
societies are examined, as are relationships between the region and
other parts of Eurasia, particularly Western Europe.
Christianity
and Islam
Studies
Christianity in the Middle East in the centuries after the rise of Islam.
Cross-listed as RELC 329.
Seminar
in Middle East and North Africa History
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of
the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca.
25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites
apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Colloquium
in Middle East History
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topics of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed
among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply
to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Topics
in Middle Eastern History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly, they are open to majors or non-majors.
Independent
Study in Middle Eastern History
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent Study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Open to majors or non-majors.
Revolution,
Islam, and Gender in the Middle East
Prerequisite:
One course in Middle Eastern history or politics, or instructor permission.
Comparative
study of revolution in 20th-century Turkey, Egypt, Algeria, and Iran,
with particular reference to colonial and post-colonial class, religion,
and gender movements.
Multiculturalism
in the Ottoman Empire
Study
of how a large empire governed a diverse population, between 1453 and
1918, from the perspective of concerns about recent nationalist, racial
and ethnic conflicts in modern nation states. Course first examines
how the Ottomans managed relations between ethnic and religious groups
to 1750. Course then examines reasons for increased communal conflict
after 1750, and Ottoman efforts to re-engineer relations among groups
along liberal, constitutional lines.
South Asian History Introductory
Seminar in South Asia
Introduction
to the study of history intended for first- or second-year students.
Seminars involve reading, discussion, and writing about different historical
topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement of critical and communication
skills. Several seminars are offered each term. Not more than two Introductory
Seminars may be counted toward the major in history.
History
and Civilization of Classical India
Studies
the major elements of South Asian civilization,
from the Stone Age to 1200, including the Indus Valley, Vedic literatures,
Buddhism, Jainism, Epic traditions, the caste system, Mauryan and Guptan
Empires, and devotional Hinduism.
History
and Civilization of Medieval India
Studies
the social, political, economic and cultural history of South Asia from
1200 to 1800, from the Turkic invasions through the major Islamic dynasties,
especially the Mughal Empire, to the establishment of English hegemony
in the maritime provinces.
History
of Modern India
Surveys
200 years of Indian history from the mid-18th century to the present,
focusing on the imperial/colonial encounter with the British Raj before
Independence, and the social and political permutations of freedom in
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka since.
History
of Muslim India
Studies
the nature of Islamic political dominance in a non-Muslim society; Turko-Afghan
and Mughal political institutions; art, letters and learning under the
Delhi Sultanate, regional rulers and Mughals; and religious and cultural
life during the Muslim period in South Asia.
India
From Akbar to Victoria
Studies
the society and politics in the Mughal Empire, the Empire's decline
and the rise of successor states, the English as a regional power and
their expansion, and social, economic and political change under British
paramountcy, including the 1857 Revolt.
Twentieth-Century
India
Surveys
100 years of Indian history, defining the qualities of the world's first
major anti-colonial movement of nationalism and the changes and cultural
continuities of India's democratic policy in the decades since 1947.
Social
and Political Movements in Twentieth-Century India
Considers
the relationships between land, people, and politics in modern South
Asia.
History
of Women in South Asia
Surveys
the evolving definitions and roles of women in the major social and
cultural traditions of South Asia, i.e., India, Pakistan, Bangladesh,
and Sri Lanka.
Seminar
in South Asia
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of
the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca.
25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites
apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Colloquium
in South Asia
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed
among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply
to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Topics
in South Asian History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly, they are open to majors or non-majors.
Independent
Study in South Asia
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent Study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Enrollment is open to majors or non-majors.
Historiography
of Early Modern South Asia
Analyzes
historical sources and historians of political systems in Muslim India
until the rise of British power.
Economic
History of India
Analyzes
regional economic systems prior to European penetration; the establishment
and growth of European trading companies in the 17th and 18th centuries;
commercialization of agriculture, the emergence of a unified Indian
economy in the 19th century, and industrialization and economic development
in the 20th century.
General History Introductory
Seminar in History
Introduction
to the study of history intended for first- and second-year students.
Seminars involve reading, discussion, and writing about different historical
topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement of critical
and communication skills. Several seminars are offered each term. Not
more than two Introductory Seminars may be counted toward the major
in history.
History
of Canada
Studies
the development of Canada from the early 16th century to the present.
Emphasizes Canadian affairs after 1814, particularly the growth of Canadian
political institutions, the interplay of the North Atlantic community
countries, and the emergence of Anglo-French dualism in Canadian life.
History
of British West Indies
Studies
development of the British islands in the West Indies from the period
of settlement to the present.
The
British Empire in the 18th Century
Surveys
the history of the First British Empire to 1815, with concentration
on the 18th century and on the loss of the American Colonies as a breaking
point. Explores problems inherent in the imperial relationship between
Mother Country and colonies and is an introduction to studies in colonialism
and imperialism as they relate to the histories of England, early America,
the West Indies, and South Asia and Africa.
History,
Museums, and Interpretation
Overview
of the issues and challenges involved in historical interpretation at
public history sites, primarily in the United States. Includes a review
of general literature on public history, exploration of diverse sources
frequently used, and analysis of some recent public history controversies.
History
of Sexuality in the West
Surveys
changes in sexual behavior and attitudes in Europe and the United States
since ancient times, with particular attention to the moment of major
breaks. The politics of forming sexual norms and imposing them on society
is also examined.
The
Second World War
Discusses
the causes and course of the Second World War. The importance of the
war to modern history and the shadows it still casts over contemporary
politics and culture need no elaboration.
Cold
War in World History
Presents
an international history of the Cold War, concentrating on the period
between 1945 and 1990. Emphasizes American, Russian, and Chinese perspectives
and choices.
Major
Seminar
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of
the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca.
25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites
apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Major
Colloquium
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquial prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed
among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply
to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Topics
in History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly, they are open to majors or non-majors.
Independent
Study
In
exceptional circumstances and with the permission of a faculty member
any student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Enrollment is open to majors or non-majors.
Distinguished
Majors Program-Special Colloquium
Prerequisite: Open
only to students admitted to the Distinguished Majors Program.
Studies
historical approaches, techniques, and methodologies introduced through
written exercises and intensive class discussion. Normally taken during
the third year.
Distinguished
Majors Program-Special Seminar
Prerequisite:
Open only to students admitted to the Distinguished Majors Program.
Analyzes
problems in historical research. Preparation and discussion of fourth-year
honors theses. Normally taken during the fourth year.
Political
and Social Thought Seminar
Seminar
introducing the interdisciplinary study of political and social thought,
focusing each year on a different topic.
Documentary
Editing Procedures and Practice
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Studies
the principles and methods in interpreting and editing historical manuscripts,
emphasizing the colonial and early national periods.
Quantitative
Analysis of Historical Data
Prerequisite:
An introductory course in statistics or instructor permission.
Studies
the social scientific approach to historical inquiry, the formulation
of theories, and their testing with historical data. Extensive directed
readings in quantitative history and training in quantitative methods,
including sampling, the organization of a data-set and data analysis.
Monticello
Internship
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Directed
research, largely in primary source materials, on topics relating to
Jefferson's estate, life, and times. Directed by senior members of the
Monticello staff. The internships are restricted to graduate students
in history and to fourth year undergraduate history majors. A maximum
of two students each semester are admitted to the course.
History,
Memory, Subjectivity
Considers
a portion of the very extensive, and growing, literature on issues of
memory, subjectivity, and historical evidence. “"Memory"
is taken in a broad sense, to include not only the recall and narrativization
of experience but also tradition and commemoration, since in the historical
literature these different senses of memory are often mixed together.
Students must find their own paper topics, and are encouraged to discuss
the course with the instructor in advance.
Philosophy
of History
Examines
the theoretical presuppositions of historical research and writing.
Internship
in History: Interpreting African-American Life at Thomas Jefferson's
Monticello
This
internship program, devised and presented by Monticello staff, and offered
in conjunction with the University of Virginia's History Department,
is designed for students interested in the interpretation of African-American
history to the public. The interns are trained as historical interpreters
and present Monticello's Plantation Community tour. This walking tour
explores Mulberry Row, the center of plantation activity where enslaved
African-American families lived and worked, and examines the philosophical
issue of Thomas Jefferson and slavery. Lectures, discussions and readings
cover the historical content and interpretive techniques that allow
interns to develop their individualized Plantation Community tours.
The
Atlantic Slave Trade
Studies
the growth and development of the international slave trade from Africa
to the New World from the 15th to the 19th centuries.
United States History Introductory
Seminar in U.S. History
Introduces
the study of history intended for first- or second-year students. Seminars
involve reading, discussing, and writing about different historical
topics and periods, and emphasize the enhancement of critical and communication
skills. Several seminars are offered each term. Not more than two Introductory
Seminars may be counted toward the major in history.
American
History to 1865
Studies
the development of the colonies and their institutions, the Revolution,
the formation and organization of the Republic, and the coming of the
Civil War.
American
History Since 1865
Studies
the evolution of political, social, and cultural history of the United
States from 1865 to the present.
United
States Military History 1600-1900
Military
events and developments from the colonial period through the war with
Spain in 1898. Major topics include the debate over the role of the
military in a free society, the interaction between the military and
civilian spheres, and the development of a professional army and navy.
American
Economic History
Studies
American economic history from its colonial origins to the present.
Cross-listed as ECON 206.
History
of American Catholicism
Historical
survey of American Catholicism from its colonial beginnings to the present.
Cross-listed as RELC 240.
American
Environmental History
Prerequisite:
First-year writing course (e.g., TCC 101, ENWR 110).
Explores
the historical relationship between people and the environment in North
America from colonial times to the present. Topics include the role
of culture, economics, politics, and technology in that relationship.
Cross-listed as TCC 206.
The
Colonial Period of American History
Studies
the English background and the development of colonial institutions,
political, social, economic and ecclesiastical.
The
Era of the American Revolution
Studies
the growth of ideas and institutions that led to American independence,
the creation of a union, and a distinct culture.
The
Age of Jefferson and Jackson, 1789-1845
Studies
the history of the United States during the early national and middle
periods, including political, constitutional, social and economic developments
as well as the westward movement.
The
Coming of the Civil War
Examines
the period from roughly 1815 to 1861 focusing on the interaction between
the developing sectional conflict and the evolving political system,
with the view of explaining what caused the Civil War.
The
Civil War and Reconstruction
Examines
the course of the Civil War and Reconstruction in detail and attempts
to assess their impact on 19th century American society, both in the
North and in the South.
The
United States in the Gilded Age, 1870-1900
Studies
the transformation of American society under the impact of industrialization,
from 1870 to 1900. Examines how capitalists, workers, farmers, and the
middle class attempted to shape the new industrial society to their
own purposes and visions. Focuses on social and cultural experience
and politics.
The
Emergence of Modern America, 1870-1930
Analyzes
the distinct characteristics of American modernity as they emerge in
the period from the end of reconstruction to the Great Depression. Explores
the creation of big business and large-scale bureaucratic organizations.
Includes the first military-industrial complex of World War I, the invention
of R& D, the growth of research universities, and the modern organization
of knowledge. Describes the landscape of new large urban hinterlands;
analyzes the difficult encounters of class, ethnicity, race, and gender
both at home and at work; and studies the changing leisure patterns
of a consumer culture.
United
States Society and Politics, 1900-1945
The
development of modern America is explored by considering the growing
interdependence between its politics, economy, culture, and social structure
in the first half of the 20th century.
Viewing
America, 1940 to the Present
Built
around news reels, photographs, television, films, and reviews, this
course explores how Americans viewed some of the major events and trends
in the post-war period.
United
States Society and Politics, 1945-1990
Surveys
post World War II U.S. politics uncovering the links between long range
social and economic phenomenon (suburbanization, decline of agricultural
employment, the rise and fall of the labor movement, black urbanization
and proletarianization, economic society and insecurity within the middle
class, the changing structure of multinational business) and the more
obvious political movements, election results, and state policies of
the last half century.
The
History of New England
Studies
New England from its founding in the 17th century through its “"Indian
Summer" in the late 19th century. Most attention is given to social,
intellectual, and cultural development.
Black
and White in the Making of the American South
A
history of the American South from the arrival of the first English
settlers through the end of Reconstruction in 1877.
The
South in the Twentieth Century
Studies
the history of the South from 1900 to the present focusing on class
structure, race relations, cultural traditions, and the question of
southern identity.
The
Trans-Mississippi West
Studies
economic, social, and cultural history of the Far West from the Mexican
War to World War II. Focuses on continuity and change in the region's
history and the social experience of its peoples from the era of conquest,
migration, and settlement to the era of agribusiness, Hollywood, and
national park tourism.
History
of Virginia to 1865
Studies
the development of colonial institutions as influenced by frontier conditions
and British policy and culture. A survey of Virginia history from colonial
times to 1865.
History
of Virginia since 1865
Studies
the social, economic, and political development of modern Virginia from
the Civil War to present. Focuses on Virginia identity and institutions,
race relations, and class structures.
The
History of UVA in the Twentieth Century
Studies
the local, regional, and national trends effecting higher education,
relating these trends specifically to the University of Virginia. Students
are active participants in recovering the institution's history through
oral interviews with alumni, faculty, and administrators and through
serious archival work.
Development
of American Science
Studies
the history of the development of American science from the colonial
period to the present, emphasizing the process of the professionalization
of American science and on the relationships between the emergent scientific
community and such concerns as higher education and the government.
American
Business
Surveys
the rise of the modern corporate form of American business and an analysis
of the underlying factors which shaped that development.
History
of Urban America
Studies
the evolution of the American city from colonial times to the end of
the nineteenth century. Emphasizes both the physical growth of the system
of cities and the development of an urban culture, including comparisons
with European and Asian cities.
History
of Urban America
Studies
the evolution of the American city from the end of the nineteenth century
to the present. Emphasizes both the physical growth of the system of
cities and the development of an urban culture, including comparisons
with European and Asian cities.
History
of American Labor
Surveys
American labor in terms of the changing nature of work and its effect
on working men, women, and children. Emphasizes social and cultural
responses to such changes, as well as the organized labor movement.
American
Social History to 1870
Topics
include demographic change, the emergence of regional social orders,
the shaping of American religion, the impact of the industrial revolution,
and the development of important elites.
United
States Social History Since 1870
Topics
include the development of a predominantly urban society, with particular
emphasis on sources of stability, class and stratification, ethnic patterns,
religious identities, social elites, and education.
Diplomatic
History of the United States to 1914
Studies
American foreign relations from colonial times to 1914.
Diplomatic
History of the United States Since 1914
Studies
American foreign relations from 1914 to the present.
American
Legal Thought since 1880
A
survey of American legal thought from Holmes to Posner. Emphasizes theories
of property, contract, tort, corporations and administrative law in
Legal Realism, Legal Process Jurisprudence, Law and Economics, and Critical
Legal Studies.
The
History of Early American Law
Studies
the major developments in American law, politics, and society from the
colonial settlements to the Civil War. Focuses on legal change, constitutional
law, legislation, and the common law from 1776 to 1860.
The
History of Modern American Law
Studies
the major developments in American law, politics, and society from the
era of Reconstruction to the recent past. Focuses on legal change as
well as constitutional law, legislation, and the common law.
Intellectual
and Cultural History of the United States to 1865
Analyzes
the traditions of thought and belief in relation to significant historical
events and cultural changes from the 17th century to the Civil War.
Intellectual
and Cultural History of the United States since 1865
Analyzes
the main traditions of thought and belief in the relationship to significant
historical events and cultural changes from the Civil War to the present.
History
of Women in America, 1600 to 1865
Studies
the evolution of women's roles in American society with particular attention
to the experiences of women of different races, classes, and ethnic
groups.
History
of Women in America, 1865 to Present
Studies
the evolution of women's roles in American society with particular attention
to the experiences of women of different races, classes, and ethnic
groups.
Afro-American
History to 1865
Studies
the history of black Americans from the introduction of slavery in America
to the end of the Civil War.
Afro-American
History Since 1865
Studies
the history of black Americans from the Civil War to the present.
History
of the Civil Rights Movement
Examines
the history of the southern Civil Rights movement. Studies the civil
rights movement's philosophies, tactics, events, personalities, and
consequences, beginning in 1900, but concentrating heavily on the activist
years between 1955 and 1968.
Seminar
in United States History
The
major seminar is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the seminar. The work of
the seminar results primarily in the preparation of a substantial (ca.
25 pp. in standard format) research paper. Some restrictions and prerequisites
apply to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Colloquium
in United States History
The
major colloquium is a small class (not more than 15 students) intended
primarily but not exclusively for history majors who have completed
two or more courses relevant to the topic of the colloquium. Colloquia
are most frequently offered in areas of history where access to source
materials or linguistic demands make seminars especially difficult.
Students in colloquia prepare about 25 pages of written work distributed
among various assignments. Some restrictions and prerequisites apply
to enrollment. See a history advisor or the director of undergraduate
studies.
Topics
in United States History
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Topics
courses are small, discussion-oriented classes available to any student
with sufficient background and interest in a particular field of historical
study. Offered irregularly, they are open to majors or non-majors on
an equal basis.
Independent
Study in United States History
In
exceptional circumstances and with permission of a faculty member any
student may undertake a rigorous program of independent study designed
to explore a subject not currently being taught or to expand upon regular
offerings. Independent Study projects may not be used to replace regularly
scheduled classes. Enrollment is open to majors or non-majors.
American
Studies Colloquium
Introductory
colloquium for third-year majors admitted to the American Studies Program.
Cross-listed as ENAM 483.
Research
Seminar in American Studies
Research
seminar for third-year majors admitted to the American Studies Program
who have completed HIUS 405.
Fourth
Year Seminar in American Studies
Seminar
for fourth-year majors in the American Studies Program.
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P.O.
Box 400328
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4328
Phone:
(434) 982-5803
Overview
Studies and advances in biology have had
broad societal implications for as long as this discipline has existed.
Over the centuries, debates have raged about when human life begins.
The elucidation of evolutionary theory in the nineteenth century focused
attention on the seminal questions of the origins of life and the human
species, and had a profound influence on the way we view the development
of society. Recent breakthroughs in contemporary biology including the
human genome project, stem-cell research, and mammalian cloning, raise
numerous ethical and regulatory questions. The increased longevity resulting
from medical advances poses major challenges as our society must allocate
increasing resources for an expanding elderly population. The spread
of viruses such as HIV and Ebola, the increasing prevalence of multi-drug
resistant bacteria, and the specter of pathogens being utilized as agents
of bioterrorism, raise daunting social and scientific questions. Human-generated
pollution contributes to many cancers, ironically just at a time when
we have made enormous strides in elucidating the molecular causes of
this disease and developing new therapies. Addressing such issues, questions,
and challenges requires not only an understanding of biology, but an
appreciation of its context within the humanities and the social sciences.
To allow students to study the extraordinary interplay between modern
biology and society, we have developed a new, interdisciplinary, distinguished,
major in Human Biology which will encompass virtually every school at
the University. This program will prepare a select group of students
to address ethical, legal and policy issues raised by developments in
the life sciences. The major requires a solid foundation in biology
and interrelated, complementary courses in the social sciences and humanities.
Students will integrate their studies through participating in a capstone
seminar, co-taught by faculty from several schools and departments,
and by writing a thesis that encompasses scientific, ethical, legal,
and policy issues relevant to the student's topic of independent study.
The human biology major will prepare students for further post-graduate
studies or careers in law, medicine, bioethics, public health, national
and international health policy, the health evaluation sciences, and
the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Students The
major is comprised of outstanding, creative, independent, and enthusiastic
students with diverse backgrounds in biology, the social sciences and
humanities who wish to pursue an intellectually challenging and genuinely
interdisciplinary program. Approximately 20 students will be admitted
into the program during the spring semester of their second year. Students
are chosen based on their academic record; a statement describing the
student's purpose and goals in pursuing this major and how it will prepare
them for their immediate post-graduate academic or career plans; and
a faculty recommendation. During their fourth year, students will participate
in a one semester capstone seminar course and a one semester thesis
writing course. These small enrollment courses will facilitate interactions
among students and faculty representing diverse interests and areas
of expertise.
Faculty Although
the major will be administered through the Department of Biology, other
departments and centers including; anthropology, environmental science,
philosophy, politics, religious studies, the Institute for Practical
Ethics, and the Center for Global Health, will play significant roles.
Faculty from several departments will administer and participate in
the major. The program director is Michael Wormington, Associate Professor
of Biology. Other faculty associated with the program and its advisory
committee include: James Childress of religious studies; Ruth Gaare
of the institute for practical ethics; Robert Grainger of biology; Richard
Guerrant of the center for global health; and Susan McKinnon of anthropology.
The interdisciplinary nature of this program will enable numerous faculty
throughout the University community to participate in courses and to
serve as advisors and mentors.
Requirements
for Major The major has six basic
components:
Core
Courses Each student must complete
the following courses:
Students
considering the human biology major should complete the following prerequisites
for BIOL 300 and BIOL 301 during their first two years: BIOL 201, BIOL
202, CHEM 141/141L (or CHEM 181/181L), CHEM 142/142L (or CHEM 182/182L).
Advanced placement credit can substitute for one or more of these prerequisites
as appropriate.
Biology
Electives Each student must complete
two additional BIOL courses (6 hours) at the 300 level or higher. Selected
topics (BIOL 385 or BIOL 386) or independent research (BIOL 491-498)
courses cannot be used to satisfy this requirement. These courses will
be chosen based on the student's interests and in consultation with
a faculty advisor.
Statistics Each
student must complete a 3 hour course in statistics. Any one of the
following courses will satisfy this requirement: STAT 110, STAT 112,
SOC 311, PSYC 305, PSYC 306, ECON 371, ANTH 589, EVSC 503.
Independent
Research or Study Each student must complete 1 course (3 hours) undertaking
an independent research project (e.g., BIOL 491) or independent study
(e.g., ANTH 496, PLAP 595, RELS 495) under the direction of two faculty
advisors, one of which will be from the Biology department. This research
or independent study will provide the basis for the student's thesis
and will be completed during the fourth year.
Capstone
Seminar Course and Thesis Students will complete 6 hours consisting of HBIO 481 and
HBIO 482 during their fourth year. The thesis will be a substantial,
independent year-long project that builds upon the student's coursework
and independent research or study.
Related
Courses Each student must complete
four upper-level courses (12 hours) that integrate biology with the
social sciences and/or humanities. Courses will be chosen by the student
in consultation with a faculty advisor and will provide an in depth
exposure to a particular area of concentration. It is assumed that each
student will develop a unique focus of study, examining their topic
of interest from a variety of disciplines. This coursework and independent
research or study will be the basis for the student's thesis. Examples
of area concentrations that students may select, include, but are not
limited to the following:
Admission Interested students currently in their fourth semester in the College of Arts and Sciences are invited to apply for admission to the Human Biology major. As this is a distinguished major, the program will admit only 20 new students a year and all applicants must have attained, and majors must maintain, a 3.40 or higher cumulative grade point average. It is highly recommended, but not mandatory, that prospective applicants complete the prerequisites for BIOL 300 and BIOL 301, and to have completed at least one of the core courses by the end of their second year. Students interested in applying to the major should submit:
All
application materials should be submitted by March 1, to the Human Biology
program coordinator, Dept. of Biology, 229 Gilmer Hall. Applications
will be reviewed by the faculty advisory committee. Students accepted
into the major will be notified by April 1. This will allow students
to declare a major and select courses during the spring semester advising
session. The program director holds an informational meeting for prospective
majors in early February to answer questions pertaining to the application
process and the major.
Additional
Information For more information, contact
the program director: Michael Wormington, Department of Biology, Gilmer
Hall, P.O. Box 400328, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4328, (434)-982-5803;
ww2t@virginia.edu; www.virginia.edu/humanbiology/
Course Descriptions
Note These
courses are open only to Human Biology majors.
Capstone
Seminar in Human Biology
A
weekly seminar co-organized by participating faculty to integrate student's
independent research and coursework with contemporary issues of relevance
in biology, the humanities and social sciences. Students will have the
opportunity to present their ongoing research and meet with outside
speakers. This course will be taken in the fourth year.
Thesis
in Human Biology
A
weekly discussion and workshop co-organized by participating faculty
to provide guidance and advice to students on completing their research
or independent study and writing their thesis. This course will be taken
in the fourth year.
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P.O.
Box 400126
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4126
Phone:
(434) 924-6722
Overview
Jewish Studies allows students to
focus on the history, languages, and literature of the Jewish people;
the beliefs and practices of Judaism; and the enduring contributions
of Jewish wisdom to human civilization. These contributions range from
Biblical monotheism and ethics; to Rabbinic traditions of text study
and interpretation; to Jewish literary responses to marginality, oppression,
and suffering in modern times; and to monuments of the twentieth-century
Jewish experience, including the revival of Hebrew as a living language,
the establishment of Israel as an independent political state, and the
thriving of diverse forms of Jewish community throughout the world.
Students can take courses in Biblical and Modern Hebrew, Yiddish, Bible,
Rabbinic literature, Jewish ancient and modern history, Jewish literature
and culture, Holocaust studies, Jewish theology, and Jewish communities
and cultures worldwide. Jewish Studies students are encouraged to study
abroad in Israel or in other centers of Jewry beyond America. The U.Va
program in Jewish Studies also reflects the unique strengths and interests
of the U.Va faculty, generating such areas of interdisciplinary inquiry
as "Community Insiders and Outsiders in Jewish Tradition,"
"Local Jewish Community in Virginia," "Interpretive Practices
in Jewish Tradition," "Language, Ethics and Suffering,"
and "European Twentieth-Century Jewish History and Culture."
Additional information may be found on the web site, www.virginia.edu/jewishstudies/
Faculty
The interdisciplinary program includes
faculty members drawn from many academic departments: The ever-growing
list of faculty members who offer courses that count for the Jewish
Studies major and minor or who serve as advising members of the Jewish
Studies faculty include: Alon Confino, Gabriel Finder, Phyllis Leffler
(Department of History); Elizabeth Shanks Alexander, Harry Gamble, Jennifer
Geddes, Judith Kovacs Peter Ochs, Vanessa Ochs, Donald Polasky Robert
Wilken (Department of Religious Studies); Jeffrey Grossman (Department
of German); Jeffrey Hantman, Daniel Lefkowitz, Rachel Most (Department
of Anthropology); William Quandt (Department of Politics); Allison Booth,
Eleanor Kaufman, Victor Luftig, James Nohrnberg Caroline Rody (Department
of English); Judith Shatin (Department of Music); Johanna Drucker (New
Media); Elissa Rosenberg (Landscape Architecture); and Hanna Maschler
(Hebrew).
Students
Students who major and minor in Jewish Studies go un to a variety of
careers, becoming educators, writers, community leaders, family-educators,
healthcare professionals, chaplains, ethicists, rabbis, cantors, clergy,
lawyers; some go into media, non-profit organizations, urban planning,
museum work, foreign affairs, publishing and social services.
Requirements for the Major U.Va.
undergraduates with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 are welcome to
declare a Jewish Studies major. The major shall consist of 10 courses
plus a minimum of two semesters of Modern or Biblical Hebrew.
HEBREW LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT The
two semesters of Hebrew shall be taken as follows:
If the student has fulfilled the College's foreign language requirement with Hebrew or places out of HEBR 202 no additional Hebrew language is needed. If the above does not hold, the student must take two semesters of Hebrew. Placement will be assessed by the Hebrew Language faculty. The following sequences are possibilities:
CORE COURSES (2)
DISTRIBUTION
REQUIREMENTS (3)
One (1) course from each of the following three (3) categories as approved
by the major advisor:
ELECTIVES (5)
Five (5) additional courses selected as electives in conjunction with
the major advisor.
Note:
No more than 4 courses toward the major at the 200 level; all others
at the 300-level or above.
The Minor in Jewish Studies
The minor shall consist of 6 courses totaling 18 credits.
CORE COURSES (1)
DISTRIBUTION
REQUIREMENTS (2)
One
course from two of the following three categories: as approved by the
minor advisor:
ELECTIVES (3)
Three additional courses selected as electives in conjunction with the
major advisor.
No more than 3 courses toward the minor at the 200 level; all others at the 300-level or above. Distinguished Majors Program in Jewish Studies
The Distinguished Majors Program (DMP) in Jewish Studies affords qualified
students the opportunity to do advanced research, and to receive, at
graduation, the honor of distinction, high distinction or highest distinction.
Entry Into the Program Students
who meet the following criteria are eligible to participate in the Distinguished
Majors Program.
Requirements for Completion of the Program
Courses
The
Jewish Studies Program lists the specific courses being offered each
semester on the program's website: www.virginia.edu/jewishstudies/
Core
Courses
RELJ 203 - (3) Introduction
to Judaic Traditions
Senior
Majors Seminar in Jewish Studies
Language
and Literature
(Departments
of Anthropology, English, German, Hebrew and Religious Studies)
AMTH/AMEL 247 Reflections
of Exile: Jewish Languages and their Communities
AMTR 311 - (3) Women
and Middle Eastern Literatures
ENTC 481 - (3) Jewish
American Fiction
ENSP 580 The
Bible
GETR 347 - (3) Literary
Responses to the Holocaust
GETR 351 - (3) Topics
in Yiddish Literature
RELJ 223 - (3) Jewish
Spiritual Journeys
RELJ 256 Classical
Sources in the Jewish Tradition/Judaism in Antiquity
RELG 308 Israeli
Fiction in Translation
RELJ 309 - (3) The
Prophets
RELJ 383 - (3) Talmud
RELJ 391 - (3) Women
and the Bible
RELJ 513 - (3) Psalms
RELJ 522 Literary
Approaches to Rabbinic Literature
RELJ 595 - (3) Midrashic
Imagination
History and Society (Departments
of Anthropology, Government and History)
ANTH 347/747 - (3) Language
and Culture in the Middle East
ANTH 583 - (3) Archaeology
of the Ancient Near East
JWST 352 - (3) Southern
Jewish History and Culture
PLCP 341 - (3) Politics
of Middle East and North Africa
PLCP 541 - (3) Islam
and Democracy in the Middle East
PLIR 365 - (3) International
Relations of the Middle East
HIEU 210 Modern
Jewish History
HIEU 213 The
Jews of Poland from 1600 to the Present
HIME 201 - (3) History
of the Middle East & North Africa, ca 570-1500
HIME 202 - (3) History
of the Middle East & North Africa since 1500
MEST 496 - (3) Middle
East Studies Seminar
RELJ 204 - (3) American
Judaism
RELJ 224 - (3) Jewish
Ritual
RELJ 322 - (3) Jews
and the Land of Israel
RELJ 337 - (3) Contemporary
Judaisms
Belief and Thought (Department of Religious Studies) RELG 101 - (3) Introduction
to Western Religions
RELJ 121 - (3) Old
Testament/Hebrew Scriptures
RELC 122 Early
Christianity and the New Testament
RELJ 203 - (3) Judaic
Traditions
RELJ 204 - (3) American
Judaism
RELC 205 - (3) History
of Christianity I
RELJ 221 - (3) Special
Topics
RELJ 224 - (3) Jewish
Ritual
RELJ 235 - (3) Jewish
Ethics
RELJ 303 - (3) Historical
Jesus
RELJ 307 - (3) Belief
and Ethics after the Holocaust
RELJ 310 Medieval
Jewish Theology
RELJ 322 - (3) Jews
and the Land of Israel
RELJ 330 - (3) Jewish
Mysticism and Spirituality
RELJ 331 - (3) Jewish
Law
RELJ 332 - (3) Judaism:
Medicine and Healing
RELJ 333 - (3) Women
and Judaism: Tradition and Change
RELJ 336 - (3) Judaism
and Christianity
RELJ 337 - (3) Contemporary
Judaisms/Jewish Theology after the Holocaust
RELJ 339 Jewish
Feminism
RELJ 343 Women
in Classical Jewish Sources
RELJ 352 Responses
to the Holocaust
RELJ 505 - (3) Judaism
in Antiquity
RELJ 522 - (3) The
Shaping of Rabbinic Tradition
RELJ 523 - (3) Mod.
Jewish Thought: From Phenomenology to Scripture
RELJ 529 - (3) Seminar
in Hebrew Bible
RELG 537 Feasting,
Fasting and Faith: Food in Jewish and Christian Traditions
RELJ 530 - (3) Early
Christianity and Classical Judaism
Hebrew
HEBR 101 Introduction
to Modern Hebrew I
HEBR 102 Introduction
to Modern Hebrew II
HEBR 201 Intermediate
Modern Hebrew I
HEBR 202 Intermediate
Modern Hebrew II
RELJ 111 Introduction
to Biblical Hebrew I
RELJ 112 Introduction
to Biblical Hebrew II
RELJ 201 Advanced
Readings in Biblical Hebrew I
RELJ 202 Advanced
Readings in Biblical Hebrew II
Distinguished
Majors Thesis
JWST 497 - (3) Supervised
Research
JWST 498 - (3) Supervised
Research
Additional Information For
more information contact Vanessa L. Ochs, Ida and Nathan Kolodiz Director
of Jewish Studies, PO BOX 400126, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4126; (434)
924-6722; vanessa@virginia.edu.
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P.O.
Box 400777
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4777
Phone:
(434) 924-4653
Requirements
for Major The requirements for a
major in Latin American studies are as follows: 1) Either SPAN 202 or
PORT 212 and 2) 30 credits of courses in the Latin American field offered
by the departments of anthropology, economics, English, French, History,
Politics, Portuguese, Religion, Sociology and Spanish. No more than
15 credits in any one department may be counted toward the major. Students
may transfer credits from programs abroad, either Spain or Latin
America, up to 12 credits per semester, and 15 per two semesters.
Students can enroll exclusively in the courses listed in the Course Offering Directory issued every semester. Students need their advisor's permission to enroll in other courses. The major's thesis is not required but is offered as an option for students interested in specific topics of research. The Latin American Studies Program also offers a Distinguished Major Program. Students must have an overall GPA of 3.4 to be accepted. A Distinguished Majors thesis is required. Details are available at the program office located in Wilson Hall 110. Requirements
for Minor The requirements for a
minor in Latin American studies are as follow: 1) Either SPAN 202 or
PORT 212; and 2) 18 credits of courses in the Latin American field offered
by the departments of Anthropology, Economics, French, English, History,
Politics, Portuguese, Religion, Sociology, and Spanish. No more than
9 credits in any one department may be counted toward the minor. Students
must take courses in at least three departments. Students may transfer
up to 9 credits per semester or year from programs abroad.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact Dr. Fernando Operé, 110 Wilson Hall; (434) 924-4653.
Courses Approved for Major The
courses listed below have counted for the Latin American Studies major
in the past.
ANTH 236 - (3) (Y) Don
Juan and Castaneda
ANTH 352 - (3) (IR) Amazonian
Peoples
ANTH 357 - (3) (E) People,
Cultures, and Societies of the Caribbean
ANTH 565 - (3) (Y) Creole
Narratives
ECON 309 - (3) (Y) Latin-American
Economic Issues
ENTC 315/815 - (3) (Y) Literature
of the Americas
FRTR 329 - (3) (Y) Contemporary
Carribean Culture
HILA 100 - (3) (IR) Introductory
Seminar: Public Relationships
HILA 201 - (3) (Y) Colonial
Latin America, 1500-1824
HILA 202 - (3) (Y) Modern
Latin America, 1824 to Present
HILA 220 - (3) (O) The
History of the Caribbean
HILA 305 - (3) (IR) Modern
Central America
HILA 306 - (3) (Y) History
of Modern Brazil
HILA 311 - (3) (IR) Public
Life in Latin America
HILA 402 - (3) (IR) Race-Mixing
in Latin American History
HILA 505 - (3) (IR) Hierarchy
LAST 491, 492 - (3) (S) Majors
Thesis, Independent Studies
PLCP 424 - (3) (IR) Democratic
Transition and Consolidation in Latin America
PLCP 531 - (3) (E) Politics
of Latin America
PLCP 533 - (3) (O) Political
Parties and Movements in Latin America
PLIR 424 - (3) (IR) Topics
in US/Latin American Relation
PLIR 562 - (3) (Y) Latin
America in World Affairs
PORT 212 - (3) (Y) Intermediate
Portuguese
PORT 301 - (3) (Y) Conversation
and Composition
PORT 402 - (3) (IR) Readings
in Literature in Portuguese
PORT 427 - (3) (Y) The
Civilization of Brazil
PORT 461, 462 - (3) (SI) Studies
in Luso-Brazilian Language and Literature
RELA 276 - (3) (IR) African
Religion in the Americas
SOC 341 - (3) (S) Race
and Ethnic Relations
SOC 487 - (3) (Y) Immigration
SPAN 330 - (3) (Y) Literary
Analysis
SPAN 342 - (3) (Y) Survey
of Latin American Literature to 1900
SPAN 343 - (3) (Y) Survey
of Latin American Literature since 1900
SPAN 423/523 - (3) (O) The
Inquisition in Spain and Latin America
SPAN 425/525 - (3) (Y) 1492
and the Aftermath
SPAN 428/528 - (3) (Y) Latin
American Culture and Civilization
SPAN 480 - (3) (Y) Latin
American Literature from Colonial Period to 1900
SPAN 481 - (3) (IR) Latin
American Theater
SPAN 486 - (3) (Y) Contemporary
Latin American Short Fiction
SPAN 487 - (3) (Y) Contemporary
Latin American Novel
SPAN 490 - (3) (Y) Contemporary
Poetry
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Overview
Language is central to virtually all human activity. Indeed, many argue
that the emergence of language was the single most important factor
in the differentiation of the human species from other hominids. Linguists
study language as a specialized communicative system with its own distinctive
principles of structure and patterning. Apart from the traditional subfields
of phonology (the patterning of speech sounds), morphology (word-building
processes), and syntax (rules of phrase and sentence formation), there
are the interdisciplinary research areas of semantics and discourse
analysis, with connections to philosophy, psychology, anthropology,
and literature; sociolinguistics; psycholinguistics; and linguistic
anthropology.
Faculty
The linguistics faculty are housed in a handful of University
departments, including anthropology, philosophy, psychology, and various
language departments. Their research interests span all the subfields
mentioned above, and their publications cover a wide number of languages
and language families, including Romance, Slavic, Germanic, Sanskrit,
Chinese, Arabic, African and Native American languages, and American
Sign Language.
Students There are usually fewer than ten linguistics majors in a given year. Many combine linguistics with a major in a related field such as a foreign language, psychology, or anthropology. Linguistics classes are generally small, with an emphasis on class participation and problem-solving. All courses in the program are taught by faculty members. Graduates with a B.A. in Linguistics pursue a variety of careers. Some conduct graduate work in a related field, such as language and literature, language teaching, or speech pathology; others become involved in non-academic pursuits, ranging from law to computer programming. Yet even those who do not continue in linguistics find the analytical skills and knowledge acquired in the major to be relevant and useful. Interdepartmental
Major in Linguistics A major in linguistics permits a student to explore
both the independent and interdisciplinary aspects of human language.
Courses focus on both historical and synchronic analysis, and cover
several modern approaches to data.
Requirements
for Major The major program consists
of 30 credits. The following courses, yielding 12 credits, are required
of all majors: LNGS 325; LNGS 326 or ANTH 348; a course in the structure
of a language, which must be a linguistics course (e.g., RUSS 521 or
522, ANTH 504); and a course in theoretical linguistics, (e.g., ANTH
542, PHIL 550). A maximum of three credits of study of an ancient (e.g.,
Sanskrit, Old Icelandic) or a non-Indo-European (e.g., Japanese, American
Sign Language) language may be counted toward the major. The program
must be chosen in consultation with an advisor (Bonvillian, Contini-Morava,
Elson, Rini, Saunders).
Requirements
for Minor The minor is the same as
the major with respect to required courses. Two electives are required
in addition, for a total of 18 credits.
Distinguished Majors Program in Linguistics Students with superior academic performance are encouraged to apply to the Distinguished Majors Program (DMP) in which they write a thesis demonstrating original research. Requirements for admission to the DMP are:
After
admission, DMP students enroll in LING 498 in the first semester of
the fourth year. In the second semester of the fourth year, students
sign up for LING 499. The thesis may be based on empirical research
conducted by the student or a critical review of theoretical analysis
of existing findings in linguistics or a related field. Students must
submit the first draft to their advisors by March 1, and the final draft
by April 15.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact John D. Bonvillian, Chair, Program in Linguistics, Department
of Psychology, 315 Gilmer Hall, Charlottesville, VA 22903; (434) 924-0646;
www.virginia.edu/~linguistics.
Courses Approved for Major The following courses are approved for the major. Consult the Graduate Record for descriptions of courses at the 500 level. Linguistic Courses Independent
Study in Linguistics
Conducted
by students under the supervision of an instructor of their choice.
Supervised
Research in Linguistics
Conducted
by students under the direction of an instructor of their choice.
Distinguished
Major Thesis
Prerequisite:
Participants in the Distinguished Majors Program in Linguistics.
A
two-semester course in which the student prepares a thesis under the
supervision of a Linguistics faculty member.
Synchronic
Linguistics
Prerequisite: LNGS
325 and instructor permission.
Studies
the theoretical foundations of major linguistic models with attention
to problem solving and descriptive techniques. Emphasizes the American
structuralist and transformational-generative models of language.
Syntax
and Semantics
Prerequisite: LNGS
325 and permission of the instructor.
Analyzes
and describes sentence structure and its relationship to meaning.
Syntactic
Theory
Prerequisite: LNGS
325 and permission of the instructor.
Studies
the major schools of syntactic theory.
Teaching
English as a Second Language
Prerequisite: LNGS
325 and instructor permission.
Studies
the theory, problems, and methods in teaching English as a second language,
with attention to relevant areas of general linguistics and the structure
of English.
Romance
Linguistics
Studies
the vulgar Latin origins and patterns of linguistic change in the principal
Romance languages.
ANTH 341 - (3) (Y) Introduction
to Sociolinguistics
ANTH 345 - (3) (SI) American
Indian Languages
ANTH 348 - (3) (E) Language
and Prehistory
ANTH 504 - (3) (Y) Field
Methods
ANTH 540 - (3) (Y) Linguistic
Anthropology
ANTH 542 - (3) (IR) Modern
Structural Linguistics
ANTH 545 - (3) (IR) African
Languages and Folklore
ANTH 549 - (Credit to be arranged) (IR) Selected
Topics in Theoretical Linguistics and Linguistic
Anthropology
ENLS 303 - (3) (Y) History
of the English Language
ENCR 333 - (3) (Y) Ethnopoetics
ENMD 501 - (3) (IR) Introduction
to Old English
ENMD 505, 506 - (3) (IR) Old
Icelandic
FREN 339 - (3) (S) French
Phonetics and Phonology
Conducted
in French.
FREN 428 - (3) (Y) History
of the French Language
Conducted
in French.
LNGS 200 - (3) (O) Grammatical
Concepts in Foreign Language Learning
Treats
the grammatical concepts traditionally considered relevant in the teaching
and study of foreign languages, including the study of English as a
second language. Some foreign language experience is strongly recommended.
LNGS 222 - (3) (Y) Black
English
Introduces
the history and structure of what has been termed Black English Vernacular
or Black Street English. Focuses on the sociolinguistic factors that
led to its emergence, its present role in the Black community, and its
relevance in education and racial stereotypes.
LNGS 325 - (3) (Y) Introduction
to Linguistic Theory and Analysis
Introduces
sign systems, language as a sign system, and approaches to linguistics
description. Emphasizes the application of descriptive techniques to
data.
LNGS 326 - (3) (O) Introduction
to Comparative-Historical Linguistics
Prerequisite: LNGS
325 or instructor permission.
Surveys
the elements of comparative-historical linguistics.
LNGS 495 - (1-6) (Y) Independent
Study in General Linguistics
LNGS 496 - (1-6) (Y) Independent
Study in General Linguistics
PHIL 350 - (3) (IR) Philosophy
of Language
PSYC 311 - (3) (IR) Psychology
of Language
PSYC 411 - (3) (Y) Psycholinguistics
PSYC 555 - (3) (IR) Developmental
Psycholinguistics
RUSS 521 - (3) (SI) The
Structure of Modern Russian: Phonology and Morphology
RUSS 522 - (3) (SI) The
Structure of Modern Russian: Syntax and Semantics
RUSS 524 - (3) (SI) History
of the Russian Language
SANS 501, 502 - (3) (IR) Introductory
Sanskrit
SLAV 525 - (3) (SI) Introduction
to Slavic Linguistics
SPAN 309 - (3) (S) Introduction
to Hispanic Linguistics
Conducted
in Spanish.
SPAN 310 - (3) (S) Phonetics
Conducted
in Spanish.
SPAN 420 - (3) (Y) History
of the Language
SPAN 430 - (3) (IR) Hispanic
Dialectology and Bilingualism
SPAN 514 - (3) (E) Applied
Linguistics
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P.
O. Box 400137
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4137
Phone:
(434) 924-4919
Fax:
(434) 982-3084
Overview
In a world of increasing technological
complexity, knowledge of mathematics is the gateway to the pursuit of
many fields. Mathematics has long been the language of choice for expressing
complex relationships and describing complicated patterns and processes.
It is now true that many fields, in addition to mathematics and the
sciences, rely on this in a fundamental way.
What was formerly "abstract" mathematics to many has become the concrete stuff of everyday life. "The unreasonable effectiveness of mathematics" manifests itself today in such familiar things as CAT and MRI scans, compact discs, satellite communications, and computer animation. These were all rendered possible by new discoveries made by mathematicians within the last fifty years. Even the efficient operation of our financial markets is based, in part, on relatively recent theorems of mathematical analysis and probability theory. Mathematics research today is a vibrant and dynamic enterprise. Thousands of mathematicians worldwide are at work on an unimaginably broad range of questions. Exciting recent advances include the proof of Fermat's Last Theorem, the classification of the finite simple groups, the proof of the Bieberbach conjecture, and the computer-assisted proof of the four-color theorem. The discipline and creativity required by the study of mathematics can be a formidable preparation for later life. Past students of mathematics have had successful careers in almost every sphere, including all the professions. The scope of mathematics courses offered at the University of Virginia allows majors to tailor their own programs. Students electing to major in mathematics should consult carefully with a faculty advisor to ensure the selection of a program of courses that provides a solid grounding in the fundamentals of higher mathematics and is appropriate to future goals. Faculty
The faculty of the Department of
Mathematics is committed to excellence in teaching and research. Its
members carry out high-level research on diverse problems in algebra,
analysis, topology, probability, and statistics, mathematical physics,
and the history of the discipline. Their research has been widely published
in prestigious research journals and is recognized internationally.
Members of the department have won Sloan fellowships, Humboldt fellowships,
and other scholarly honors, as well as numerous research grants. Many
are currently supported by grants from the National Science Foundation
and other federal agencies. Most have held visiting professorships abroad.
In addition, the department offerings and ambiance are enhanced each
year by the presence of several internationally recognized visiting
faculty.
Students
There are currently about 75 students
majoring in mathematics. Class sizes vary from a few large introductory
classes to an average class size of twenty students for upper-level
courses. This small class size affords students the opportunity to get
individual attention.
Students who graduate with degrees in mathematics successfully pursue a variety of different careers. Many go directly into jobs in industry, insurance (as actuaries), government, finance, and other fields. Employers in the past have included Morgan Stanley, General Motors, MITRE Corp., the Census Bureau, the National Security Agency, and various consulting firms. Many find themselves well-equipped to go on to professional schools in law, medicine, and business. Some go directly into teaching. Others have gone on to graduate programs in mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, engineering, systems engineering, economics, and computer science. Students who have combined the mathematics major with courses in computer programming, economics, and business have done exceptionally well in the job market. Requirements
for Major Normally, the calculus sequence MATH 131, 132, and 231 or its equivalent
must be completed before a student can declare a major in mathematics.
At least a 2.2 average in the calculus sequence and a minimum grade
of C in MATH 231 or its equivalent are required. However, the department
may grant special permission to declare a major to a student who has
only completed MATH 131 and 132, and at least one mathematics course
(other than MATH 231 or its equivalent) which could be counted toward
the major in mathematics, provided the student completes MATH 231 or
its equivalent in the semester following the declaration of a mathematics
major.
To graduate with a major in mathematics the student must show computer proficiency by completing CS 101 or 120, or an approved equivalent course. This should be done as early as possible. To help guide the student through the major, the mathematics department offers six concentrations. Completion of one of these concentrations is required. Each concentration contains a set of nine or ten required courses (approximately 28 credit hours). To graduate, a student must obtain minimum grades of C in seven of these courses and C- in the other two. Certain substitutions are allowed in all options, for example, MATH 531 for MATH 331 and MATH 551 for MATH 354. A.
The Basic Concentration
This
traditional program for the mathematics major provides an overview of
key areas:
Students
fulfilling the requirements for this option have a wide range of career
opportunities, from law to business to any field that requires deductive,
logical reasoning skills.
B.
The Graduate Preparatory Concentration
This
concentration is for the student who plans to attend graduate school
in mathematics or an allied field. The program emphasizes the fundamental
ideas of mathematics with substantial work in proving and understanding
the basic theorems. It consists of:
Three
electives at the 300 level or higher.(You may wish to take MATH 354
in preparation for MATH 551 and MATH 331 in preparation for
MATH 531.)
This
constitutes the minimum expected of an incoming graduate student in
most programs nationwide. The department strongly recommends MATH 532
(Real Analysis in Several Variables), as well as courses in differential
geometry and topology (MATH 572 and 577). Many of our graduate school
bound students take additional courses, including 700-level graduate
courses.
C. The Probability and Statistics Concentration This
concentration is designed to give the student a good theoretical underpinning
in probability and statistics, as well as the opportunity to go deeper
in these fields. The program can lead to a Master of Science in Statistics
with one additional year of course work, if additional courses in statistics
are taken in the fourth year. (Those interested in the M.S. in Statistics
should contact the graduate advisor in the Department of Statistics
prior to the beginning of their fourth year.) The requirements for the
concentration are the following:
D.
The Financial Mathematics Concentration
This
program provides the student with a broad background of basic mathematics
which is essential for an understanding of the mathematical models used
in the financial markets. The mathematics of modern finance includes,
but is not limited to, probability, statistics, regression, time series,
partial differential equations, stochastic processes, stochastic calculus,
numerical methods, and analysis. Probability and statistics and some
acquaintance with numerical methods are essential as is some knowledge
of economics/accounting and some computing experience. Additional background
in statistics, optimization, and stochastic processes is also desirable.
The program consists of:
E.
Actuarial Concentration
This
concentration offers some of the basic mathematics and statistics necessary
for a successful career in actuarial science, and it provides some of
the academic background needed to pass the first few actuarial exams.
Actuaries use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to analyze future events, especially those related to insurance and pension programs. They may work for insurance companies, consulting firms, government, employee benefits departments of large organizations, banks, investment firms, or more generally, businesses that need to assess the financial consequences of risk. To become an actuary, the student must pass a series of examinations administered by the professional actuarial societies: the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS). The first few exams are jointly administered. Exams which correspond to various courses are indicated below. The
program consists of nine courses as follows:
It
is highly advantageous for students interested in this concentration
to take both MATH 310 and 312 in their second year. Actuarial Mathematics
(MATH 517/STAT 540) and Actuarial Risk Theory (STAT 541) form the core
of the actuarial program. Both of these courses are offered every year
if there is sufficient student interest, and otherwise in alternate
years. With sufficient early course preparation, a summer internship
after the third year has been an integral part of the program for those
students who wished to intern.
Other courses which are recommended but not required include:
F.
Five-year Teacher Education Program
This
option leads to both Bachelor of Arts and Master of Teaching degrees
after five years. The program is for both elementary and secondary teachers
and is administered by the Curry School of Education. Required courses
include:
The
Curry School has additional requirements for this program.
Distinguished
Majors Program in Mathematics The department offers a Distinguished Majors Program
(DMP) to qualified majors in mathematics. Admission to the program is
granted by the departmental committee for the DMP, usually at the end
of the student's fourth semester. Criteria for acceptance into the program
are based on the GPA in mathematics, letters of recommendation from
mathematics instructors, and the cumulative GPA in the College (which
should be near 3.4 or higher).
The DMP is the same as the graduate school preparatory concentration, except that in the fourth year the students also take the seminar course MATH 583 in which they give an hour lecture and prepare a written exposition of their work in the seminar under faculty guidance. Note that MATH 531 and 551 are prerequisites for the seminar. As with the concentrations, the DMP must consist of at least nine courses. Three levels of distinction are possible: distinction, high distinction, or highest distinction. The departmental recommendation for the level of distinction to be awarded is based on the quality of the student's seminar presentations, the overall work in the DMP, and the entire major program, as well as the student's College GPA. Requirements
for Minor in Mathematics Students who wish to declare a minor in mathematics
must complete the calculus sequence through MATH 231 or its equivalent
with at least a 2.0 average.
To graduate with a minor in mathematics a student must complete five courses approved by the department of mathematics with minimum grades of C in three of the courses and minimum grades of C- in the other two. An approved course must carry at least three credits. Currently, the approved courses are those from the College department of mathematics with the MATH mnemonic numbered 300 or higher. Courses with the STAT mnemonic or from other departments or institutions can be taken if approved by the undergraduate committee. Courses that are being counted for a major or another minor cannot also be counted for the minor in mathematics. Echols
Mathematics Club is an undergraduate club
for mathematics students that sponsors lectures, mathematics films,
problem solving sessions for the Putnam Mathematical Competition and
other similar activities.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact Charles Dunkl, Lower Division Advisor, Room 223, 924-4939, or
Thomas Kriete, Upper Division Advisor, Room 205, 924-4932, Kerchof Hall,
Charlottesville, VA 22904-4137; www.math.virginia.edu.
Course Descriptions Mathematics The entering College student has a variety of courses in mathematics from which to choose. Among those that may be counted toward the College area requirement in natural science and mathematics, are several options in calculus, elementary (non-calculus based) courses in probability and in statistics, and courses dealing with computer techniques in mathematics. MATH 103 (precalculus) is available for students who need to improve basic skills that are required in other courses such as calculus, chemistry, psychology, economics, and statistics. However, it may not be counted toward the area requirement in natural science and mathematics. Students planning to major in the social sciences, arts, or humanities who wish to take a mathematics course but omit the study of calculus may choose from MATH 108 (Modes of Mathematical Thinking) or MATH 111 (Elementary Probability Theory). Even though it is not a prerequisite for STAT 112, MATH 111 is frequently taken prior to STAT 112. MATH 115 and 116 are introductory courses that investigate familiar areas of elementary mathematics at a profound level and are intended for first- and second-year non-majors, especially those preparing to teach in elementary and middle schools. In MATH 114, the students study the mathematics needed to understand and answer a variety of questions that arise in everyday financial dealings. The emphasis in this course will be on applications, including simple and compound interest, valuation of bonds, rates of return on investments, and more. Although the topics in this course are drawn primarily from business and economics, students of all majors are welcome and should find the applications interesting and relevant. The study of calculus is the foundation of college mathematics for students planning to major in mathematics or the physical sciences or anticipating a career or graduate study in any of the natural sciences, engineering, or applied social sciences (such as economics). There are essentially two programs of study available in calculus:
The
MATH 121, 122 sequence is unacceptable as a prerequisite for mathematics
courses numbered 231 and above. Students anticipating the need for higher
mathematics courses such as MATH 325 (Differential Equations) or MATH
310, 312 (Probability and Statistics) should instead elect the MATH
131, 132, 231 sequence. Credit is not allowed for both MATH 121 and
131 (or its equivalent).
Students who have previously passed a calculus course in high school may elect MATH 122, 131, 132, or 231 as their first course, depending on placement, preparation, and interest. A strong high school calculus course is generally adequate preparation for MATH 132 as a first calculus course, even if advanced placement credit has not been awarded for MATH 131. Students planning to take any advanced course in mathematics should not take MATH 122, because credit for that course must be forfeited if the student takes MATH 132 (or its equivalent). MATH 133 and 134 is a two semester calculus workshop sequence taken in conjunction with specific sections of MATH 131 and 132. Participants in the calculus workshop meet for six hours per week to work in small groups on challenging problem sets related to material covered in MATH 131 and 132. They typically enjoy getting to work closely with fellow calculus students, and find that their performance in MATH 131 and 132 is significantly improved. Permission is required to sign up for the calculus workshop. For more information, contact Professor Jeffrey Holt, Calculus Workshop Coordinator; 924-4927; jjh2b@virginia.edu. Exceptionally well prepared students (who place out of both MATH 131 and 132) may choose either MATH 231 or 325 (Differential Equations) as their first course. Advanced placement credit in the calculus sequence is granted on the basis of the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Test (either AB or BC). A score of 4 or 5 on the AB test or on the AB subscore of the BC test gives the student credit for MATH 131. A score of 4 or 5 on the BC test gives the student credit for both MATH 131 and 132. Students who wish to enter the calculus sequence but who have not received advanced placement credit should consult the Student Handbook for placement guidelines based on grades and achievement test scores. The Department of Mathematics offers short advisory placement tests during fall orientation. Pre-commerce students are required to take a statistics course, usually STAT 112, and one other mathematics course, usually MATH 111, 121, 122, or MATH 131. Warning There are numerous instances of equivalent courses offered by the Department of Mathematics as well as by the Department of Applied Mathematics in the School of Engineering and Applied Science. A student may not offer for degree credit two equivalent courses (e.g., MATH 131 and APMA 101, or MATH 131 and MATH 121). Precalculus
Prerequisite:
High school algebra II and geometry.
Studies
computational skills, patterns of quantitative problem solving, and
mathematical thought. Includes linear and quadratic equations, polynomials,
inverse functions, logarithms, arithmetic and geometric sequences, trigonometric
functions, and linear systems. (Does not satisfy the College natural
science and mathematics requirement.)
Modes
of Mathematical Thinking
Studies
logic, number systems, functions, analytic geometry, equations, matrices,
enumeration, computer algebra systems. Intended for liberal arts students
and emphasizes the connection between analytic-algebraic and geometric
reasoning in the understanding of mathematics. Facilitated by the use
of a modern computer algebra system, such as Maple.
Probability/Finite
Mathematics
Studies
finite probability theory including combinatorics, equiprobable models,
conditional probability and Bayes' theorem, expectation and variance,
and Markov chains.
Financial
Mathematics
The
study of the mathematics needed to understand and answer a variety of
questions that arise in everyday financial dealings. The emphasis is
on applications, including simple and compound interest, valuation of
bonds, amortization, sinking funds, and rates of return on investments.
A solid understanding of algebra is assumed.
The
Shape of Space
Provides
an activity and project-based exploration of informal geometry in two
and three dimensions. Emphasizes visualization skill, fundamental geometric
concepts, and the analysis of shapes and patterns. Topics include concepts
of measurement, geometric analysis, transformations, similarity, tessellations,
flat and curved spaces, and topology.
Algebra,
Number Systems, and Number Theory
Studies
basic concepts, operations, and structures occurring in number systems,
number theory, and algebra. Inquiry-based student investigations explore
historical developments and conceptual transitions in the development
of number and algebraic systems.
Applied
Calculus I
Topics
include limits and continuity; differentiation and integration of algebraic
and elementary transcendental functions; and applications to maximum-minimum
problems, curve sketching and exponential growth. Credit is not given
for both MATH 121 and 131.
Introduction
to Calculus
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Includes
limits and continuity; differentiation and integration of algebraic
and elementary transcendental functions; and applications to maximum-minimum
problems, curve sketching and exponential growth.
Applied
Calculus II
Prerequisite: MATH
121 or equivalent.
A
second calculus course for business, biology, and social science students.
Analyzes functions of several variables, their graphs, partial derivatives
and optimization; multiple integrals. Reviews basic single variable
calculus and introduces differential equations and infinite series.
Credit is not given for both MATH 122 and 132.
Calculus
I
Prerequisite:
Background in algebra, trigonometry, exponentials, logarithms, and analytic
geometry.
Introduces
calculus with emphasis on techniques and applications. Recommended for
natural science majors and students planning additional work in mathematics.
The differential and integral calculus for functions of a single variable
is developed through the fundamental theorem of calculus. Credit is
not given for both MATH 121 and 131.
Calculus
II
Prerequisite: MATH
131 or equivalent, or instructor permission.
Continuation
of 131. Applications of the integral, techniques of integration, infinite
series, vectors. Credit is not given for both MATH 122 and 132.
Calculus
Workshop I
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission; corequisite: MATH 131.
Intensive
calculus problem-solving workshop with topics drawn from MATH 131.
Calculus
Workshop II
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission; corequisite: MATH 132.
Intensive
calculus problem-solving workshop with topics drawn from MATH 132.
Calculus
III
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or its equivalent.
Studies
functions of several variables including lines and planes in space,
differentiation of functions of several variables, maxima and minima,
multiple integration, line integrals, and volume.
Foundations
of Analysis
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or equivalent.
Topics
from logic and the construction of mathematical proofs, basic set theory,
number systems, continuity of functions, and foundations of analysis.
Intermediate introduction of the standards of mathematical rigor and
abstraction that are encountered in advanced mathematics, based on the
material of the calculus and other basic mathematics.
Introduction
to Mathematical Probability
Prerequisite: MATH
132. A knowledge of double integrals is recommended.
Includes
sample spaces, combinatorial analysis, discrete and continuous random
variables, classical distributions, expectation, Chebyshev theorem,
independence, central limit theorem, conditional probability, and generating
functions.
Introduction
to Mathematical Statistics
Prerequisite: MATH
310.
Includes
sampling theory, point estimation, interval estimation, testing hypotheses
(including the Neyman-Pearson lemma and likelihood ratio tests), and
regression and correlation.
Ordinary
Differential Equations
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or its equivalent.
Introduces
the methods, theory, and applications of differential equations. Includes
first-order, second and higher-order linear equations, series solutions,
linear systems of first-order differential equations, and the associated
matrix theory. May include numerical methods, non-linear systems, boundary
value problems, and additional applications.
Ordinary
Differential Equations
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or its equivalent.
Usually
offered in the spring, this course covers the same material as MATH
325 with some additional topics, including an introduction to Sturm-Liouville
theory, Fourier series and boundary value problems, and their connection
with partial differential equations. Physics majors should enroll in
MATH 325P, although no knowledge of physics is assumed.
Basic
Real Analysis
Prerequisite: MATH
132.
Concentrates
on proving the basic theorems of calculus, with due attention to the
beginner with little or no experience in the techniques of proof. Includes
limits, continuity, differentiability, the Bolzano-Weierstrass theorem,
Taylor's theorem, integrability of continuous functions, and uniform
convergence.
Complex
Variables With Applications
Prerequisite: MATH
231 and graduate standing for MATH 534.
Topics
include analytic functions, Cauchy formulas, power series, residue theorem,
conformal mapping, and Laplace transforms.
Elementary
Linear Algebra
Prerequisite: MATH
132.
Includes
matrices, elementary row operations, inverses, vector spaces and bases,
inner products and Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization, orthogonal matrices,
linear transformations and change of basis, eigenvalues, eigenvectors,
and symmetric matrices.
Survey
of Algebra
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or equivalent.
Surveys
major topics of modern algebra: groups, rings, and fields. Presents
applications to areas such as geometry and number theory; explores rational,
real, and complex number systems, and the algebra of polynomials.
Discrete
Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATH
354 or instructor permission, and graduate standing for MATH 504.
Includes
combinatorial principles, the binomial and multinomial theorems, partitions,
discrete probability, algebraic structures, trees, graphs, symmetry
groups, Polya's enumeration formula, linear recursions, and generating
functions.
Operations
Research
Prerequisite: MATH
132 and 351.
Development
of mathematical models and their solutions, including linear programming,
the simplex algorithm, dual programming, parametric programming, integer
programming, transportation models, assignment models, and network analysis.
Elementary
Numerical Analysis
Prerequisite: MATH
325 and computer proficiency.
Includes
Taylor's theorem, solution of nonlinear equations, interpolation and
approximation by polynomials, numerical quadrature. May also cover numerical
solutions of ordinary differential equations, Fourier series, or least-square
approximation.
Algebraic
Coding Theory
Prerequisite: MATH
351 and 354, or instructor permission.
Introduces
algebraic techniques for communicating information in the presence of
noise. Includes linear codes, bounds for codes, BCH codes and their
decoding algorithms. May also include quadratic residue codes, Reed-Muller
codes, algebraic geometry codes, and connections with groups, designs,
and lattices.
Number
Theory
Prerequisite: MATH
354 or instructor permission.
Includes
congruences, quadratic reciprocity, Diophantine equations, and number-theoretic
functions, among others.
Introduction
to Knot Theory
Prerequisite: MATH
331, 354, or instructor permission.
Examines
the knotting and linking of curves in space. Studies equivalence of
knots via knot diagrams and Reidemeister moves in order to define certain
invariants for distinguishing among knots. Also considers knots as boundaries
of surfaces and via algebraic structures arising from knots.
Independent
Study
Reading
and study programs in areas of interest to individual students. For
third- and fourth- years interested in topics not covered in regular
courses. Students must obtain a faculty advisor to approve and direct
the program.
Undergraduate
Research Seminar
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Emphasizes
direct contact with advanced mathematical ideas, communication of these
ideas, the discovery of new results and connections among them, and
the experience of mathematics as a collaborative venture among researchers
at all levels. Students work collaboratively and individually on research
projects, and present their results to the class.
The
History of the Calculus
Prerequisite: MATH
231 and 351 or instructor permission.
Studies
the evolution of the various mathematical ideas leading up to the development
of calculus in the 17th century, and how those ideas were perfected
and extended by succeeding generations of mathematicians. Emphasizes
primary source materials when possible.
The
History of Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATH
231 and 351 or instructor permission.
Studies
the development of mathematics from classical antiquity to the end of
the 19th century, focusing on critical periods in the evolution of geometry,
number theory, algebra, probability, and set theory. Emphasizes primary
source materials when possible.
Algorithms
Prerequisite: MATH
132 and computer proficiency.
Studies
abstract algorithms to solve mathematical problems and their implementation
in a high-level language. Includes sorting problems, recursive algorithms,
and dynamic data structures.
Mathematical
Probability
Prerequisite:
Graduate standing and MATH 132, or equivalent. Those who have received
credit for MATH 310 may not take 510 for credit.
Studies
the development and analysis of probability models through the basic
concepts of sample spaces, random variables, probability distributions,
expectations, and conditional probability. Also includes distributions
of transformed variables, moment generating functions, and the central
limit theorem.
Stochastic
Processes
Prerequisite: MATH
310 or instructor permission.
Topics
in probability theory selected from Random walks, Markov processes,
Brownian motion, Poisson processes, branching processes, stationary
time series, linear filtering and prediction, queuing process, and renewal
theory.
Mathematical
Statistics
Prerequisite: MATH
510 and graduate standing.
Topics
include methods of estimation, general concepts of hypothesis testing,
linear models and estimation by least squares, categorical data, and
nonparametric statistics. Those who have received credit for MATH 312
may not take 512 for credit.
Mathematics
of Derivative Securities
Prerequisite: MATH
231 or 122 and a knowledge of probability and statistics. MATH 310 or
its equivalent is recommended.
Topics
include arbitrage arguments, valuation of futures, forwards and swaps,
hedging, option-pricing theory, and sensitivity analysis.
Actuarial
Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATH
312 or 512, instructor permission.
Covers
the main topics required by students preparing for the examinations
in actuarial statistics, set by the American Society of Actuaries. Topics
include life tables, life insurance and annuities, survival distributions,
net premiums and premium reserves, multiple life functions and decrement
models, valuation of pension plans, insurance models, benefits, and
dividends.
Advanced
Calculus with Applied Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATH
231, 325 (351 recommended).
Topics
include vector analysis, Green's, Stokes', divergence theorems, conservation
of energy, potential energy functions. Emphasis on physical interpretation.
Also includes Sturm-Liouville problems, Fourier series, special functions,
orthogonal polynomials, and Green's functions.
Partial
Differential Equations and Applied Mathematics
Prerequisite: MATH
521.
Introduces
complex variables and partial differential equations. Topics include
analytic functions, complex integration, power series, residues, conformal
mapping; separation of variables, boundary value problems, Laplace's
equation, wave equation, and heat equation.
Dynamical
Systems
Prerequisite: MATH
231, 325, 351 or instructor permission.
Studies
the qualitative geometrical theory of ordinary differential equations.
Topics include basic well-posedness (existence, uniqueness, continuation
of solutions, dependence on parameters, comparison theory); linear and
periodic systems (Floquet theory); stability theory (Lyapunov's method
and invariance theory, domain of attraction, comparison principle);
perturbation of linear systems; center manifold theorem; periodic solutions
and Poincare´-Bendixson theory; Hopf bifurcation; introduction
to chaotic dynamics; control theoretic questions; and differential-geometric
methods (Lie theory).
Introduction
to Real Analysis I, II
Prerequisite: MATH
231, 351.
Includes
the basic topology of Euclidean spaces, continuity, and differentiation
of functions on Euclidean spaces; Riemann-Stieltjes integration, convergence
of sequences and series of functions; and equicontinuous families of
functions, Weierstrass theorem, inverse function theorem and implicit
function theorem, integration of differential forms, and Stokes' Theorem.
Introduction
to Abstract Algebra I, II
Prerequisite: MATH
351 or instructor permission.
Introduces
algebraic systems: groups, rings, fields, vector spaces and their general
properties; subsystems, quotient systems, homomorphisms. Includes permutation
groups, polynomial rings, and groups and rings of matrices. Additional
topics may include applications to linear algebra and number theory.
Survey
of Algebra
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or equivalent and graduate standing.
Surveys
groups, rings, and fields, and presents applications to other areas
of mathematics, such as geometry and number theory. Explores the rational,
real, and complex number systems, and the algebra of polynomials.
Algebraic
Automata Theory
Prerequisite: MATH
351.
Introduces
the theory of sequential machines, including an introduction to the
theory of finite permutation groups and transformation semigroups. Includes
examples from biological and electronic systems as well as computer
science, the Krohn-Rhodes decomposition of a state machine, and Mealy
machines.
Introduction
to Geometry
Prerequisite: MATH
231 and 351 or instructor permission.
Topics
selected from analytic geometry, affine geometry, projective geometry,
hyperbolic and non-Euclidean geometry.
Introduction
to Differential Geometry
Prerequisite: MATH
231.
Topics
selected by the instructor from the theory of curves and surfaces in
Euclidean space and the theory of manifolds.
General
Topology
Prerequisite:
MATH 231; corequisite: MATH 551 or
equivalent.
Includes
topological spaces and continuous functions; product and quotient topologies;
compactness and connectedness; separation and metrication; and the fundamental
group and covering spaces.
Seminar
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Presentation
of selected topics in mathematics usually for DMP students.
Supervised
Study in Mathematics
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission and graduate standing.
In
exceptional circumstances, a student may undertake a rigorous program
of supervised study designed to expose the student to a particular area
of mathematics. Regular homework assignments and scheduled examinations
are required.
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Overview
Media Studies is an interdisciplinary
program focused on the forms and effects of media (radio, film, television,
photography, print, digital, and electronic media), including the study
of aesthetics and form, individual perception, and the history of media
(primarily mass-circulation prints, journals, and newspapers, recorded
media, communications and broadcast media, and electronic modes). Also
of concern is the ethics and effects of media in the arena of policy
studies, the social impact of media on public opinion, and the relations
between media and the law with regard to free speech issues, as well
as the commerce and regulation of media in the public sphere. The program
is critically engaged with creative analysis, production, and research
into traditional and emerging forms of media. It emphasizes digital
media through approaches to its history, theory, and technology, and
their impact upon contemporary life.
Media studies considers the transformation of the public sphere and individual imagination through the effects of media upon social practices. It also takes, as a prime topic, the concept of mediation, or the production of social relations, cultural values, and political forces. In doing so, the program provides intellectual tools for understanding the rhetoric and influence of media in their construction of illusion and reality. It draws on methodologies across the humanistic disciplines of sociology, history, critical theory, philosophy, art history and visual studies, the creative arts (video, photography, music, print, film, and digital media), anthropology, technology, political science, computer science, commerce, and law. Internships and courses in media production provide opportunities for first hand experience in journalism, video, digital arts, business, and other areas. Media studies is a single, synthetic major constituted by the substantive examination of media in their aesthetic, historical, and cultural dimensions. The program is not a vocational, pre-professional training course in journalism, broadcast, or communications. Rather, the major has a strong commitment to emphasizing the fundamental values and skills of critical thinking, research, writing, and intellectual inquiry essential to a liberal arts education. Faculty
There is currently one faculty member (the director) with a joint appointment
in Media Studies and English (Drucker); in addition there are numerous
faculty from other disciplines (Korte, Horne, Voris, Balogh, Freedman,
Sapir, Wicke, McGann, VanderMeulen, Belanger, Carlson, Jost, Seneviratne,
Drame, Herskowitz, Pfaffenberger, Kinney, Unsworth) whose courses are
cross-listed with media studies; these represent a range of scholarly
and teaching interests that explore the forms and effects of media from
various disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives.
Students from across the University are encouraged to explore the offerings in Media Studies as part of their undergraduate experience. Those wishing to focus on production or creative arts, law, commerce, policy, research at an advanced level, or in development and research applications of digital technology, should use media studies as the first step toward a master's or doctorate degree in their fields. Graduates can expect to find work in publishing, radio, television, digital media, and the business environments of traditional and new media. Special
Resources The University of Virginia
has a number of special resources that enrich the Media Studies Program.
The newly constructed Robertson Media Center in Clemons Library is equipped
with viewing stations, study rooms for group viewing and discussion,
and classrooms with film, video, and computer equipment. The Digital
Media lab in Clemons Library provides drop-in work stations for image
capture and editing, and video cameras are available for student use
upon certification. A widely distributed system of labs, workstations,
and digital classrooms are also available for student use. The electronic
centers of the University Library (the E-text center, Special Collections,
and the Geospatial and Statistical Data Center) offer considerable resources
in digital formats. Moreover, the University has been a leader in digital
technology and the humanities at the Institute for Advanced Technology
in the Humanities and the Virginia Center for Digital History. Both
engage students in their activities on a project by project basis. The
Bayly Museum of Art, the Virginia Foundation for Humanities, the Women's
Center, the various on-Grounds publications, and other institutions
affiliated with the University or part of the Charlottesville community
offer possibilities for internships and work experience in media production.
Requirements for the Major Prerequisites Before being accepted into the major, students must take MDST 110 and 201 (exceptions are made only at the discretion of the Media Studies director). In addition, during the first or second year of study, students should take introductory courses in the fields relevant to their broader interests in media (e.g., government, sociology, history of film, anthropology). Students are accepted into the major only upon review of their applications. This is a competitive process that takes into account the applicant's GPA and application essay, as well as other factors. Application
Information Applications should be completed in the spring semester (normally
that which coincides with the student's fourth semester). Deadlines
will be posted in the Media Studies program office and on the Website
(www.virginia.edu/mediastudies); the deadline will be on or about March 31. In exceptional cases,
students who have not taken MDST 110 and 201 may apply for the major
by petition to the program director. If admitted, they are required
to take MDST 110 and 201. With the director's approval, third-year students
who have not yet taken MDST110 and 201 may transfer into the major on
a space available basis. However, the requirements for completion of
the major may preclude this approval except in very special cases. Students
are expected to have a GPA of 3.4 at the time of application.
The application consists of a description of courses taken, with grades; a one-paragraph statement of purpose delineating career plans and goals; and a plan of study briefly describing the student's objectives for the major. This should not be a list of courses to be taken, but an outline of intellectual goals to be achieved through course work in the field of media studies. A statement such as "I like to watch films" is insufficient; however the following formulations, accompanied by a description of the means to achieve these goals, would be sufficient: "I'm interested in the evolution of the studio system," or "I want to trace the relationship between notions of intellectual property and Internet law." Requirements
include a total of 9 courses (approximately 27 credits) comprised of
three upper-level core courses (MDST 301, 350, and 401). In addition,
five courses must be taken to fulfill breadth requirements. Of these
five, at least three must be from the group of primary electives and
at least three taken at the 300 level or above (exceptions may be made
with the advisor's approval). The balance of courses may be fulfilled
with either primary or adjunct electives. A list of these electives
(which change each semester) is available through the Media Studies
Program office and is meant as a guide only. Finally, students must
either take one course in the practice of media (from offerings suggested
below) or a 3-credit internship, which may be completed in the summer
by arrangement with the program director. Only in rare instances, and
at the discretion of the Director of Media Studies, will more than one
course in the practice of media count toward the major.
Core courses include MDST110 (Information Technology and Digital Media); MDST 201 (Introduction to Media Studies); MDST 301 (Theory and Criticism of Media); MDST 350 (History of Media); and MDST 401 (Fourth-Year Seminar). Media Studies students are strongly urged to choose electives according to an individual plan of study. Students should consider the broad range of topics relevant to a full understanding of media studies: media aesthetics (rhetoric and the shape of argument in media, formal analysis, media criticism, and theory of a specific medium); the history of media (film, photography, television, digital and print media); the individual experience of media (psychology and sociology); the social experience and effects of media (political science and government, law, or public policy, anthropology, and sociology); and the economics and business of media. Students may also choose to create a more specialized focus (e.g., the history and theory of film, the study of media as a force in public opinion and policy, or any other focused topic). Specific courses cross-listed with media studies may not always be available on a regular basis. The plan of study should be founded on intellectual goals and be flexible with respect to fulfilling them through course requirements. In all cases, students must develop their program of study in consultation with a faculty advisor. Media Studies' majors should not plan to be absent for study abroad unless such study is relevant to the major and has been approved in advance by an advisor. There is no minor in Media Studies. Course Descriptions Information
Technology and Digital Media
The
history, theory, practice, and understanding of digital media. Provides
a foundation for interrogating the relation of digital media to contemporary
culture and understanding the function, design, and use of computers.
Introduces students to the fundamentals of quantitative analysis and
qualitative use of computing in the humanities, information search,
retrieval, and design.
Introduction
to Media Studies
Introduces
students to the topics, themes, and areas of study that are central
to an understanding of media in contemporary society. Focuses on the
forms, institutions, functions, and impact of media on local, national,
and global communities.
Theory
and Criticism of Media
Prerequisite: MDST
201 and MDST 110.
This
course introduces students at the beginning of the major to theoretical
and critical literature in the field. Topics range from the psychological
and sociological experience of media, interpretation and analysis of
media forms and aesthetics, theories of audience and reception, anthropological
approaches to media as a cultural force, and contemporary theories of
media from humanities and social sciences perspectives. The goal of
the course is to provide a foundation for thinking critically about
media and to give them a sense of media studies as a critical and theoretical
field.
History
of Media
Prerequisite: MDST
201 and MDST 110 or permission of instructor.
This
is a survey, lecture-format, course on the history of media forms, institutions,
and technology from the origins of writing, invention of print technology,
through the development of digital media. Attention to the specific
characteristics of individual media, the changing role of media as a
force in culture, and the continually transforming institutions and
business of media will all be touched on. The role of media forms in
the creation of pubic discourse and the social controls on media through
censorship, legal constraints, and economic policies will also be examined,
largely from within the context of the United States. Students will
create a case study of a media work or artifact from a historical perspective.
Fourth-year
seminar in Media Studies
Prerequisite: MDST
301, MDST 201 and MDST 110.
This
course serves as a capstone experience for students in the fourth year,
final semester, of the major. The course requires synthetic, collaborative
work and will draw on the students' acquired experience in the electives
and core courses they have completed for the major. Students will read
some classic works in media theory and history as well as recent publications
in the field of media studies from a variety of perspectives (academic
and scholarly press, popular work, and mainstream journalism among others).
They will be involved in covering an ongoing event and looking critically
at its coverage in the media during the semester of the class. Assignments
will have a production component and each student will play a crucial
role in the creation of team-based work as well as completing individual
assignments in writing and editing some form of media.
Film
and Television in the 1960s
Prerequisite: MDST
201 or permission of instructor.
This
is a course on film and television in the United States in the 1960s
meant to introduce students to the specific problems attached to understanding
media as force for social change within a particular decade of American
life. The course has a strong emphasis on cultural history and theory
as well as on the close reading of media artifacts in film and television
from the 1960s. The course requires considerable commitment to viewing
time as well as readings, writing, and research.
Guided
Independent Study in Media Studies
This
course is designed to allow students to pursue guided independent study
of a topic that is not contained within the course offerings of Media
Studies. Students wishing to pursue a guided study must prepare a syllabus
and reading list in consultation with a faculty member or the Director
of the program. They should be very explicit about the milestones for
assessment during the semester's work. The reading list and assignments
should be comparable to those in any other 300-level course for Media
Studies and terms for midterm and final grade evaluation on the basis
of papers and final projects should be formalized at the time the student
begins the course. Intermediate and advanced students have found this
a particularly useful way to study an area in depth that cannot be accommodated
in the course offerings of the program. In general, the more focused
the proposal, the greater the likelihood of approval. Students may not
use this course to substitute for core courses in the major, though
in some cases this may count as a primary elective for credit towards
the major requirements, on approval of the Director of the program.
Advanced
Independent Projects in Media Studies
This
rubric is intended to provide an opportunity for students to get credit
for advanced, independent projects and field work, including extra-mural
sponsored projects and internships, in the area of media studies. Students
must put a proposal together for the project with a faculty sponsor
(or the Director of Media Studies) and the project must be approved
before the end of the add/drop period for the semester in which the
credit is taken. Application forms and guidelines for MDST 496 may be
obtained in the Media Studies office.
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Overview
Every period in history is better illuminated and understood by using
evidence from research in different fields rather than studying it solely
from the point of view of a single discipline. People of the past, after
all, did not live their lives according to the departmental divisions
of a modern university. Medieval studies, particularly in the last half
century, have benefited enormously from this interdisciplinary approach.
Work, for example, in family history, genealogy, gender studies, folklore,
anthropology, archaeology, religious and intellectual history, textual
criticism, iconography, linguistic analysis, and statistical research
has advanced and deepened our knowledge of the highways and byways of
the period.
Faculty
At the University of Virginia, a strong program in teaching and research
is supported by more than thirty-five faculty members who offer upwards
of eighty courses on medieval topics in the departments of history,
classics, religious studies, philosophy, English, German, French, Spanish,
Italian, art history, music, and government. The University libraries
have significant holdings of printed works in the primary and secondary
sources; and the Medieval Circle at the University, founded in 1968
as a forum for the discussion of current topics and research in progress,
is flourishing in its thirtieth year.
Students
For the able and interested student, the major provides a way of pursuing
medieval studies free of existing departmental requirements, a program
of language study within the field, a sound training for graduate work,
and a chance to share knowledge and opinions with other scholars on
the incunabulum period of Western civilization. Moreover, by its comprehensive
structure, it promotes cordiality, collegiality, and an exchange of
views across departmental lines.
The major in medieval studies, because it helps to develop and refine powers of criticism and imagination, and because it encourages, through practice, the ability to think and write with clarity and precision, furnishes the skills necessary to succeed in a wide variety of vocational fields. The administrative responsibility of the major rests with an interdepartmental committee appointed by the dean of the College and chaired by Professor Everett U. Crosby in the Department of History. Requirements for Major The major is open to all qualified students in the College. Students should be competent in a modern foreign language at the second-year course level or better, and they must complete:
The
problems inherent in an interdisciplinary major—sources and methods
in different fields and developing a program of study from a vast array
of courses—can be dealt with to a large extent by fitting the program
to each student's abilities and needs through individual consultation,
seminar work, and careful supervision of the senior essay, which is
designed to furnish a measure of coherence in the student's view of
the period.
The major may be combined with another departmental program as a double major, or it may be taken as a minor subject provided at least 18 credits are in medieval courses approved by the student's advisor. Additional
Information For more information,
contact Everett Crosby, Program Chair, Department of History, 220 Randall
Hall, Charlottesville, VA 22903; (434) 924-6407.
Courses Approved for Major Colloquium
in Medieval Studies
Discussion
and criticism of selected works of and on the period. Taught by different
members of the medieval faculty.
Seminar
in Medieval Studies
For
advanced students dealing with methods of research in the field. Taught
by different members of the medieval faculty.
Basic Courses AR H 101 - (3) (Y) Ancient
and Medieval Architecture
ARTH 221 - (3) (Y) Early
Christian and Byzantine Art
ARTH 222 - (3) (Y) Medieval
Art in Western Europe
ARTH 231 - (3) (Y) Italian
Renaissance Art
CLAS 202 - (3) (Y) Roman
Civilization
HIEU 206 - (3) (Y) The
Birth of Europe
HIEU 211 - (3) (Y) England
to 1688
HIME 201 - (3) (Y) History
of the Islamic Middle East, 570-1300
HISA 202 - (3) (IR) History
and Civilization of Medieval India
ITTR 226 - (3) (S) Dante
in Translation
ITTR 227 - (3) (IR) Petrarch
in Translation
ITTR 228 - (3) (E) Boccaccio
in Translation
PHIL 111 - (3) (Y) Ancient
and Medieval Philosophy
RELC 205, 206 - (3) (Y) History
of Christianity
RELC 233 - (3) (E) Christian
Social and Political Thought I
RELC 246 - (3) (Y) Aspects
of Catholic Tradition
RELI 207 - (3) (Y) Classical
Islam
Advanced Courses ARTH 316 - (3) (IR) Roman
Architecture
ARTH 333 - (3) (IR) Renaissance
Art and Literature
ARTH 516 - (3) (IR) Roman
Architecture
ARTH 518 - (3) (IR) Roman
Imperial Art and Architecture I
ARTH 519 - (3) (IR) Roman
Imperial Art and Architecture II
ARTH 522 - (3) (IR) Byzantine
Art
ARTH 533 - (3) (IR) Italian
Fifteenth Century Painting I
ARTH 537 - (3) (IR) Italian
Renaissance Sculpture I
ARTH 541 - (3) (IR) Northern
Art of the Fifteenth Century
CLAS 314 - (3) (E) Age
of Augustine
ENMD 311, 312 - (3) (Y) Medieval
European Literature in Translation
ENMD 325, 326 - (3) (Y) Chaucer
I, II
ENMD 481, 482 - (3) (Y) Advanced
Studies in Medieval Literature I, II
ENMD 501 - (3) (Y) Introduction
to Old English
ENMD 505, 506 - (3) (IR) Old
Icelandic
ENMD 520 - (3) (Y) Beowulf
FREN 341 - (3) (Y) Literature
of the Middle Ages and 16th Century
FREN 401 - (3) (Y) Literature
of the Middle Ages
FREN 402 - (3) (IR) Renaissance
Literature
FREN 508 - (3) (SI) Introduction
to Reading Old French
FREN 509 - (3) (SI) Introduction
to Old Provencal Language and Literature
FREN 510 - (3) (Y) Medieval
Literature in Modern French
FREN 520, 521 - (3) (Y) Literature
of the 16th Century
GERM 510 - (3) (IR) Middle
High German
GERM 512 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Lyric Poetry
GERM 514 - (3) (IR) Arthurian
Romance
PLPT 301 - (3) (Y) Ancient
and Medieval Political Thought
HIEU 311 - (3) (IR) Early
Medieval Civilization
HIEU 312 - (3) (IR) Later
Medieval Civilization
HIEU 313 - (3) (E) The
World of Charlemagne
HIEU 314 - (3) (IR) Anglo-Saxon
England
HIEU 315 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Iberia
HIEU 316 - (3) (IR) Byzantine
Civilization
HIEU 317 - (3) (IR) Eastern
Christianity
HIEU 318 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Christianity
HIEU 321 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Italy
HIEU 322 - (3) (IR) Renaissance
Culture
HIEU 323 - (3) (IR) Age
of Reformation: 1450-1650
HIEU 324 - (3) (IR) The
Religious Reformation
HIEU 328 - (3) (IR) Tudor
England
HIEU 332 - (3) (IR) Scientific
Revolution
HIEU 379 - (3) (IR) History
of Russia to 1700
HIEU 505 - (3) (IR) History
of the Roman Empire
HIEU 506 - (3) (IR) Roman
Imperialism
HIEU 510 - (3) (IR) Early
Christian Thought
HIEU 511 - (3) (O) Medieval
England: 1042-1216
HIEU 512 - (3) (O) Medieval
England: 1216-1399
HIEU 513 - (3) (IR) Medieval
France
HIEU 516 - (3) (E) The
Medieval Church
HIEU 517 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Society
HIEU 518 - (3) (IR) Historians
in the Middle Ages
HIEU 519 - (3) (IR) War
and Society in the Middle Ages
HIEU 521 - (3) (IR) Early
Modern Germany
HIEU 526 - (3) (IR) Russian
History to 1700
HIEU 527 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Society
HIEU 551 - (3) (IR) Seminar
on Early Christian Thought
ITAL 311 - (3) (S) Renaissance
Literature
ITAL 410 - (3) (E) Medioevo
(Italian Culture and Literature in the Middle Ages)
ITAL 420 - (3) (SI) Umanesimo
(Italian Culture and Literature in the Humanistic Period)
LATI 309 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Latin
LATI 310 - (3) (IR) Vergil
LATI 311 - (3) (IR) Ovid
LATI 502 - (3) (SI) Latin
Writings of the Roman Empire
LATI 503 - (6) (SI) History
of Medieval Latin Literature
LATI 505 - (6) (SI) Latin
Paleography
LATI 509 - (3) (SI) Roman
Literary Criticism
LATI 516 - (3) (SI) Vergil's
Aeneid
LATI 520 - (3) (SI) Ovid's
Metamorphoses
LATI 522 - (3) (SI) Tacitus
LATI 528 - (3) (SI) Christian
Latin Writings of the Empire
MUSI 101 - (3) (Y) History
of Music I, 1100-1750
MUSI 400 - (3) (E) European
Music to 1500
MUSI 500 - (3) (E) Music
History to 1500
PHIL 311 - (3) (E) Plato
PHIL 312 - (3) (O) Aristotle
PHIL 314 - (3) (IR) Medieval
Philosophy
PHIL 513 - (3) (O) Topics
in Medieval Philosophy
RELC 323 - (3) (IR) Images
of Christianity
RELC 324 - (3) (O) Medieval
Mysticism
RELC 325 - (3) (E) Medieval
Christianity
RELC 326 - (3) (Y) The
Reformation
RELC 538 - (3) (SI) Counter
Reformation and the Council of Trent
RELC 551 - (3) (E) Seminar
in Early Christian Thought
RELG 305 - (3) (E) Religions
of Western Antiquity
RELI 311 - (3) (E) Muhammad
and the Qur an
RELI 312 - (3) (O) Sufism
SPAN 340 - (3) (Y) Spanish
Literature to 1700
SPAN 450 - (3) (E-O) Spanish
Literature From Middle Ages to Renaissance
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Overview
Due to the rise in commercial and cultural interaction with Middle Eastern
countries, interest in the Middle East its languages, literature, culture,
religions, histories, and peoples is ever increasing. In order to meet
these growing needs, the Program in Middle East Studies, with its interdisciplinary
approach, provides a unique opportunity to learn about the languages,
peoples, literatures, cultures, religions, and histories of the region
from the Maghrib in the west to Iran in the east. The program encompasses
the study of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic civilizations from antiquity
to the modern era as they seek to maintain their traditional strengths
while coping with regional conflicts and the challenges of modernity.
Middle East studies courses are offered in the departments of anthropology, art, Asian and Middle Eastern languages and cultures, French, history, politics, and religious studies. Moreover, Middle East studies are of growing interest to students in the School of Law, the McIntire School of Commerce, the Darden Graduate School of Business Administration, the School of Medicine, and the School of Nursing. There are four core fields of study in the Middle East studies program: language(s) and literature(s); history; politics; and religious studies. Language courses are available in Arabic, Biblical and Modern Hebrew, Persian, and occasionally Turkish. Non-language courses cover the history, literatures, religions, and civilizations of the area extending from Morocco to Iran; the politics of the region; the history of Islam; Islamic thought and culture; Middle Eastern literatures in translation; women's studies; mysticism; Judaism; and relations between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Faculty
The faculty of the Program in Middle East Studies are recognized scholars,
researchers, and teachers with national and international reputations
in their respective fields. Many hold positions in regional and national
organizations in Middle East studies. The faculty members are dedicated
to their fields and to their students, making themselves easily accessible
for consultation outside of the classroom.
Students
Students have the choice of majoring in Middle East studies, minoring
in it, or including it as a dual major. The major is directed at preparing
students for graduate study or professional fields involving Middle
Eastern relations. Our undergraduates go on to graduate or professional
schools or work in governmental, federal, and congressional agencies.
Some have joined the Peace Corps in Middle Eastern and North African
countries and are now serving as rural community development specialists,
teachers in schools for the blind, and teachers of English as a Second
Language.
Special
Resources
Media
Center/Language Laboratory The language laboratory is used extensively to help students
practice and reinforce their speaking and listening skills. The language
laboratory is also available for student use outside of class time.
Study
Abroad Students of Arabic may choose
to apply for admission to the University of Virginia-Yarmouk University
Summer Arabic Program in Irbid, Jordan. The program provides an opportunity
to intensively study Arabic at the intermediate and advanced levels,
and to partake of a unique cultural experience. The program periodically
receives grants from which it can offer fellowships to participants.
Requirements
for Major The major is open to all
qualified students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Admission to the program
is determined by the chair and coordinator of the major on the basis
of an interview and after review of the applicant's undergraduate record.
One year of language instruction in any of the Middle Eastern languages
(Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, or Turkish) is a corequisite for the major.
Language courses completed beyond the first-year requirement may be
counted toward the major.
A total of 36 credits is required distributed in the following manner:
Students
in the major are expected to maintain a GPA of at least 2.5. Up to 12
credits toward the major are accepted as transfer credit from other
accredited institutions. Each individual case is examined and approved
by the director of the program in consultation with other faculty members
in Middle East studies.
Distinguished
Majors Program The Middle East studies program offers a DMP for qualified
majors with the opportunity to pursue in-depth analyzes of issues and
topics related to the major. Students seeking admission to the DMP should
have major and University GPA of 3.4 or above. Applicants make their
application to the DMP in the second semester of the second year, at
the same time they are declaring their majors. Notification of acceptance
is made in the fall of their third year. Students in the DMP are required
to satisfy the general major distribution rules for Middle East studies;
take at least 12 credits at the 400- and 500-levels; and write a thesis
during the fourth year while enrolled in MEST 498 and 499 (6 credits).
Students who successfully complete the requirements of the DMP are given an evaluation of distinction, high distinction, or highest distinction. Evaluations are based upon quality of the thesis, overall work in major field of study, and overall College record. Requirements
for Minor The requirements consist
of 20 credits pertaining to the Middle East. The courses may include:
(1) no more than nine credits pertaining to the Middle East in one discipline;
(2) two semesters of Middle Eastern language not exceeding eight credits;
and (3) at least three credits in a course at the 300-level or above.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact William B. Quandt, Director of the Middle East Studies Program,
223 Minor Hall, Charlottesville, VA 22903; (434) 924-3033; Fax: (434)
924-7867; wbq8f@Virginia.edu.
Courses Approved for Major Note The following list includes courses which have content in Middle East Studies. Other courses may be substituted with the permission of the program director. Middle East Studies Majors
Seminar
Intended
for majors in their final year. Introduces the study of Middle East
as an interdisciplinary subject, utilizing methods in history and political
science, anthropology and sociology, religion, and literature.
Independent
Research
Languages AMEL 493, 494 - (1-3) (SI) Independent
Study in Asian and Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures
AMTR 301 - (3) (IR) Men
and Women of Asia and the Middle East
AMTR 311/511 - (3) (IR) Women
and Middle Eastern Literatures
ARAB 101, 102 - (4) (Y) Elementary
Arabic
ARAB 201, 202 - (4) (Y) Intermediate
Arabic
ARAB 225, 226 - (3) (IR) Conversational
Arabic
ARAB 227 - (3) (Y) Culture
and Society of the Contemporary Arab Middle East
ARAB 301/501, 302/502 - (3) (Y) Readings
in Literary Arabic
ARAB 323/523 - (3) (Y) Arabic
Conversation and Composition (in Arabic)
ARAB 324/524 - (3) (Y) Advanced
Arabic Conversation and Composition (in Arabic)
ARAB 493, 494 - (1-3) (Y) Independent
Study in Arabic
ARAB 528 - (3) (SI) The
History of the Arabic Language
ARAB 583, 584 - (3) (Y) Topics
in Arabic Prose
ARAB 585 - (3) (Y) Media
Arabic (in Arabic)
ARAB 586 - (3) (Y) Nineteenth
Century Arabic Prose
ARAB 701 - (3) (Y) Modern
Arabic Fiction (in Arabic)
ARAB 702 - (3) (Y) Modern
Arabic Drama (in Arabic)
ARAB 703 - (3) (Y) Modern
Arabic Poetry (in Arabic)
ARAB 783 - (3) (Y) Readings
in Arabic/Islamic Texts (in Arabic)
ARAB 801, 802 - (1-3) (IR) Independent
Study in Arabic
ARTR 329/529 - (3) (Y) Modern
Arabic Literature in Translation
ARTR 339 - (3) (Y) Love,
Alienation and Politics in the Contemporary Arabic Novel
HEBR 101, 102 - (4) (Y) Introduction
to Modern Hebrew
HEBR 201, 202 - (4) (Y) Intermediate
Modern Hebrew
PERS 101, 102 - (4) (E) Introductory
Persian
PERS 201, 202 - (4) (E) Intermediate
Persian
PERS 301/501, 302/502 - (3) (IR) Readings
in Modern Persian Poetry- Prose/Fiction
PERS 323 - (3) (IR) Introduction
to Classical Persian Literature
PERS 324 - (3) (IR) Introduction
to Modern Persian Literature
PERS 493, 494 - (1-3) (Y) Independent
Study in Persian
PERS 801, 802 - (1-3) (Y) Independent
Study in Persian
PETR 321, 521 - (3) (IR) Classical
Persian Literature in Translation
PETR 322, 522 - (3) (IR) 20th
Century Persian Literature in Translation
RELJ 111, 112 - (4) (O) Introduction
to Biblical Hebrew
TURK 521, 522 - (3) (IR) Introduction
to Turkish
History HIEU 317 - (3) (IR) Eastern
Christianity
HIME 100 - (3) (IR) Introductory
Seminar in Middle East History
HIME 201 - (4) (Y) History
of the Middle East and North Africa, ca. 570-ca. 1500
HIME 202 - (4) (Y) History
of the Middle East and North Africa, ca. 1550-Present
HIME 401 - (4) (Y) Seminar
in Middle East and North Africa History
HIME 402 - (4) (Y) Colloquium
in Middle East History
HIME 403 - (4) (Y) Topics
in Middle Eastern History
Religious Studies RELC 328 - (3) (Y) Eastern
Christianity
RELI 207 - (3) (Y) Classical
Islam
RELI 208 - (3) (Y) Islam
in the Modern World
RELI 311 - (3) (E) Muhammad
and the Qur'an
RELI 312 - (3) (O) Sufism
RELI 367 - (3) (E) Religion
and Politics in Islam
RELI 540 - (3) (Y) Seminar
in Islamic Theology
RELI 540C - (3) (IR) War
and Peace in Islamic Tradition: A Comparative Ethics Approach
RELI 540D - (3) (IR) Islamic
Fundamentalism
RELJ 111, 112 - (4) (O) Introduction
to Biblical Hebrew
RELJ 121 - (3) (Y) Hebrew
Scriptures
RELJ 201, 202 - (3) (Y) Advanced
Readings in Biblical Hebrew
RELJ 203 - (3) (Y) The
Judaic Tradition
RELJ 301 - (3) (SI) Modern
Jewish Thought
RELJ 307 - (3) (E) Modern
Jewish Thought
RELJ 309 - (3) (E) Israelite
Prophecy
RELJ 322 - (3) (Y) Judaism
and Zionism
RELJ 330 - (3) (Y) The
Jewish Mystical Tradition
RELJ 331 - (3) (Y) Jewish
Law
RELJ 335 - (3) (Y) Jewish
Social Ethics
RELJ 336 - (3) (Y) Judaism
and Christianity
RELJ 337 - (3) (Y) Modern
Movements in Judaism
RELJ 505 - (3) (SI) Judaism
in Antiquity
RELJ 529 - (3) (SI) Seminar
in Old Testament Studies
Women's Studies SWAG 405/705 - (3) (IR) Gendered
Body Cross Culturally
SWAG 312 - (3) (Y) Women
and Islam
Politics PLCP 341 - (3) (Y) Comparative
Politics in the Middle East and North Africa
PLCP 541 - (3) (Y) Islam
and Democracy in the Middle East
PLCP 741 - (3) (O) Readings
in Middle East Politics
PLIR 365 - (3) (Y) International
Relations in the Middle East
PLIR 765 - (3) (Y) Middle
East in World Affairs
Anthropology ANTH 282 - (3) (Y) Rise
of Civilizations
ANTH 384 - (3) (Y) Near
Eastern Archaeology
ANTH 583 - (3) (Y) Archaeology
of the Ancient Near East
History of Art ARTH 221 - (3) (Y) Early
Christian and Byzantine Art
ARTH 263 - (3) (IR) Art
of the Islamic World
ARTH 491 - (3) (IR) Antioch
and the Roman East
ARTH 522 - (3) (IR) Byzantine
Art
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P.O.
Box 400176
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4176
Phone:
(434) 924-3052
Fax:
(434) 924-6033
Overview
The Department of Music serves students
who are interested in many kinds of music. Academic courses and performance
instruction are available, from introductory courses, requiring no previous
musical study, to advanced work for ambitious majors.
The academic faculty includes historians, ethnomusicologists, theorists, and composers. Academic courses address the historical development of music, relations between music and cultural contexts, and the concepts and materials of music. The department offers opportunities for study in Western European art music, acoustic composition, computer music, jazz, popular music, African music, and other traditions of world music. The performance faculty includes an orchestral conductor, a choral conductor, the director of the African Drum and Dance Ensemble, and several jazz musicians, along with instructors for strings, brass, winds, percussion, piano, harp, guitar and voice. In addition to private lessons, we offer some small ensembles and often have specialized courses such as jazz improvisation. The department offers courses for non-majors ranging from an introduction to music, basic music theory, and keyboard skills, to special topics such as the history of jazz, black popular performance, orchestral music, Bach, Beethoven, opera and composition. Courses for majors cover a wide range of topics in ethnomusicology, music history, theory, and composition, including the use of new technologies. We also offer courses in special topics such as performance practice, music of the black Atlantic, women and music, the ethnography of performance, musical aesthetics and multimedia composition. Many courses have no prerequisites; courses at the 300 level and above require knowledge of music notation or have other prerequisites. Individual performance instruction for credit is available for many instruments and voice. Students receive academic credit for participation in faculty-directed ensembles, which include the Symphony orchestra, University Singers, African Drum and Dance Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Early Music Ensemble, New Music Ensemble, and various other ensembles. In addition there are numerous student-directed and community performance groups, including singing groups such as the Glee Club, Women's Chorus, and Black Voices. Faculty
The department has outstanding faculty in music composition, receiving
numerous commissions and awards, including those from the National Endowment
for the Arts. The department has an exceptionally strong faculty of
innovative scholars. Members of the history, ethnomusicology, and theory
faculty have published influential articles in anthologies and in prominent
journals such as the Journal of the American
Musicological Society, Ethnomusicology, Music Theory Spectrum, and Cambridge Opera Journal.
The department's scholars cover a broad range of approaches, including Renaissance and baroque music, Italian opera, jazz, African music and ethnomusicology, recent American music, aesthetics, performance theory, feminist criticism, and gender studies. Composers offer courses in music composition, theory, new technologies, and analysis, while full-time conductors offer conducting as well as other courses. The department also has over thirty experienced performance instructors. They have made commercial recordings and offer an exciting series of both traditional and new works on the annual McIntire Chamber Series. They also contribute to the vitality of the musical life both at UVA and in the larger community. Students
There are about seventy-five music majors. Some continue professionally
in music, though many have careers in other areas such as law or medicine.
Many students combine a major in music with a major or minor in another
department.
Music majors have extensive contact with faculty. Classes for the major are small, ranging from five to thirty-five students, and all are taught by faculty members. Consultation with department faculty is readily available to students. Although the department has no formal performance requirement for majors, almost all music majors choose to supplement their academic studies with musical performance in ensembles and/or individual instruction, for which some scholarship assistance is available through audition. Special
Resources
The
Music Library The largest in the
commonwealth, the Music Library contains over 50,000 books and scores
and 32,000 sound recordings. The collection has traditionally focused
on classical music, jazz, and folk music; recently it added an excellent
collection of opera videos, and has begun to build up its popular music
collection. Students may borrow recordings and videos as well as books
and scores.
The
Virginia Center for Computer Music Founded in 1988, the center serves undergraduates, graduates,
and faculty, and offers an exceptionally wide range of musical possibilities.
The facilities provide a wide assortment of music software and a rich
development environment. It is also one of very few music centers
where software developed in-house is used for compositional work.
A CD of works produced at the center by faculty and graduate students
was released in 1999 on the Centaur CDCM series.
The VCCM offers multiple workstations for music composition and research application. Macintosh computers are used for both digital audio and MIDI-based work. Linux-based workstations support advanced audio processing and direct digital synthesis. Different types of MIDI controllers (e.g., guitar and percussion controllers, and a Disklavier grand piano) are available. A variety of program environments are available. Students interested in combining sound and video may work with video images in the VCCM and at the University's New Media Center. Requirements
for Major This program presents the
study of music as one of the liberal arts. Students develop their understanding
of music through critical and comparative studies; theory and analysis;
composition; and development of skills in musicianship and performance.
In order to fulfill the requirements for a major in music, a student must complete at least 29 credits of academic course work, including the following:
Although
the major can be completed in two years, students are strongly encouraged
to complete MUSI 305, MUSI 311, and at least one course in critical
and comparative studies by the end of their second year. Student planning
to take MUSI 332 and 431 should normally begin their study of theory
in the first or second year.
Students planning careers in music should complete at least 12 hours of advanced departmental course work beyond the minimum major requirements, choosing these courses in careful consultation with the faculty advisor, In addition, advanced performing students should perform a full recital in their fourth year. Students who major in music and who have had instrumental or vocal training are encouraged to continue their performance studies and, as appropriate, to register for MUSI 351 through MUSI 358 (Performance). Majors are also encouraged to participate in a curricular performing group, MUSI 360 through MUSI 369. However, performance courses do not count toward the 29 credits required for the major, and no more than eight hours of performance may be counted toward the 120 credits required for graduation from the College. Distinguished
Majors Program in Music Superior students with a GPA of at least 3.4 who seek
independent study culminating in a thesis, a composition, or the performance
of a full recital should apply for admission to the program no later
than April 1 of the sixth semester. At that time the student should
be nearing completion of requirements for the major. After a preliminary
discussion with the undergraduate advisor, the student must submit a
formal proposal to the departmental chair, to the advisor, and to the
faculty member who has agreed to supervise the project. The Distinguished
Majors Committee will inform the applicant of the decision by April
15. To complete the program, the student must complete all 29 credits
required for the music major plus six additional credits of independent
study, MUSI 493-494, resulting in an extended essay on some historical
or theoretical topic, in a substantial musical composition, or in a
recital performance. Three weeks prior to the last day of classes in
the semester, the student submits the project for examination. After
the committee has evaluated the quality of the project, the student's
work in the program, in the major courses, and his or her overall scholastic
accomplishment, it recommends the degree with either no distinction,
distinction, high distinction, or highest distinction. Recommendations
for all forms of distinction are then passed on to the Committee on
Special Programs.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact Laura Butterbaugh, McIntire Department of Music, 112 Old Cabell
Hall, P.O. Box 400176, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4176; (434) 924-3052;
www.virginia.edu/~music.
Course Descriptions Introduction
to Musical Literature
Surveys
the musical literatures that make up the common listening experience
of contemporary Americans, emphasizing such “"classical"
repertories as symphony, opera, "early music," "new music,"
blues, and jazz. Teaches effective ways of listening to and thinking
critically about each repertoire. Considers how musical choices reflect
or create cultural identities, including attitudes toward gender, ethnicity,
social relationships, and ideas of the sacred.
Basic
Musical Skills
No
previous knowledge of music is required. Not open to students already
qualified to elect MUSI 231 or 331. Study of the rudiments of music
and training in the ability to read music.
Performance
Independent
Study
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Opera
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Study
of musical, literary, and dramatic aspects of representative
operatic works.
Poetry
and Song
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Formal
and expressive correlation of text and music in selected vocal works.
Symphonic
Masterworks
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Study
of symphonic music, including the concerto, from 1700 to the present.
Keyboard
Music
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Study
of harpsichord, organ, and piano music after 1600.
Musical
Criticism
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
An
inquiry into meaning in music.
Black
Popular Performance
Explores
the polyphonic relationships and meanings of hip-hop through the culturally
relative musical ideals found in everyday and ritualistic performance
and the study of cultural history in the twentieth century. Critical
thinking is developed through musical participation, reading, listening,
and discussion.
History
of Slavic Music I
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Study
of the history of music in Russia, its stylistic orientation, and its
relation to Western European musical culture.
History
of Slavic Music II
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Study
of the history of music in Poland, Czechoslovakia, Bulgaria, and Yugoslavia,
and its relation to Western European musical culture.
History
of Jazz Music
No
previous knowledge of music required.
Survey
of jazz music from before 1900 through the stylistic changes and trends
of the twentieth century; important instrumental performers, composers,
arrangers, and vocalists.
Composers
Study
of the lives and works of individuals (e.g., Bach, Beethoven, Cage,
Ellington, Smyth) whose participation in musical culture has led them
to focus on the creation of musical “"works." Topics
announced in advance.
Keyboard
Skills (Beginning)
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Introductory
keyboard skills; includes sight-reading, improvisation, and accompaniment
at the keyboard in a variety of styles. No previous knowledge of music
required.
Keyboard
Skills (Intermediate)
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Intermediate
keyboard skills for students with some previous musical experience.
Includes sight-reading, improvisation, and accompaniment at the keyboard
in a variety of styles. Prepares music majors for their keyboard proficiency
requirement.
Introduction
to Musical Theory
Prerequisite:
Ability to read music and instructor permission.
Not
open to students already qualified to elect MUSI 331. Topics include
the material of music: rhythm, melody, timbre, and harmony; the elements
of musical composition.
Music
Seminar
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Readings,
discussion and individual projects in the literature and theory of music.
Independent
Study
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Studies
in Pre-Modern Music (to 1500)
Prerequisite:
Ability to read music. MUSI 331 highly recommended.
Introduction
to the variety of repertories and music cultures known to have thrived
in pre-modern Europe, and the ways such music has been assimilated into
20th-century American ideas about “"music history."
Specific topics announced in advance, such as: the music of 12th-century
France; music in monastic life, 800 to 1500; music and mystical vision,
the cosmology of Hildegard von Bingen; music, cultural exchange, and
power, Burgundy and Italy in the 15th century.
Studies
in Early Modern Music (1500-1700)
Prerequisite:
The ability to read music. MUSI 331 highly recommended.
Introduction
to crucial shifts in musical culture that signaled the emergence of
a self-consciously “"modern," self-consciously "European"
musicality over the period 1500-1700; and to the ways such early modern
genres as the polyphonic Mass, the madrigal, opera, oratorio, cantata,
sonata, suite, and congregational hymnody have been assimilated into
20th-century American ideas about "musicality." Specific topics
announced in advance.
Studies
in Seventeenth- and Eighteenth-Century Music
Prerequisite: MUSI
331 and 305; or instructor permission.
Encompasses
the music of the high Baroque from its roots in the 17th century through
Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi; classical music from the Gallant through
Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven; and the rise of Romanticism. Music is
considered from both a historical and a theoretical point of view, and
within the context of 18th-century social, cultural, political, and
philosophical life and thought.
Studies
in Nineteenth-Century Music
Prerequisite: MUSI
331; or instructor permission.
Music
in the Twentieth Century
Prerequisite:
The ability to read music, or any three-credit course in music, or instructor
permission.
Studies
the range of music that has flourished in the twentieth century, including
modernist and post-modern art music, popular music, and world music,
through historical, critical, and ethnographic approaches.
Worlds
of Music
Exploration
of world musical cultures through music-making, movement, listening,
and case studies. Issues include how musical and social aesthetics are
intertwined, the connections between style, community, and identity,
and the concept of colonialism as it forms the relatively new category
“"world music."
American
Music
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Historical
and/or ethnomusicological perspectives on folk, popular, and “"art"
music in the Americas, with a particular emphasis on 19th-and 20th-century
African-American traditions including spirituals, work songs, minstrelsy,
blues, R&B, soul, and hip-hop.
Performance
in Africa
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Explores
music/dance performance in Africa through reading, hands-on workshops,
discussion, and audio and video examples. The course covers both "traditional"
and "popular" styles, leading us to question those categories.
Class meetings focus not only on musical repertoire, sociomusical circumstances,
and processes, but also on the problems and politics of translating
performance practice from one cultural context to another.
Introduction
to Music Research
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Studies
the print and electronic resources available for the study of music
and the principles for evaluating music research materials.
Jazz
Studies
Prerequisite: MUSI
331 or comparable fluency in music notation, and instructor permission.
Introduction
to jazz as an advanced field of study, with equal attention given to
historical and theoretical approaches.
Theory
I
Prerequisite:
Ability to read music, and familiarity with basic concepts of pitch
intervals and scales; corequisite: MUSI 333, 334, or 335, except for students who have already
passed the exit test for MUSI 335.
Studies
the pitch and rhythmic aspects of several musical styles, including
European art music, blues, African drumming, and popular music. Focuses
on concepts and notation related to scales and modes, harmony, meter,
form, counterpoint, and style.
Theory
II
Prerequisite:
MUSI 331 or instructor permission; corequisite: MUSI 333, 334, or 335, except for students who have
already passed the exit test for MUSI 335.
Studies
pitch and formal organization in European concert music of the 18th
and 19th centuries. Includes four-part vocal writing, 18th-century style
keyboard accompaniment, key relations, and form. Students compose numerous
short passages of music and study significant compositions by period
composers.
Musicianship
I, II, III
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Lab
course providing practical experience with many aspects of musical perception
and performance, such as accurate vocal production of pitch, musical
memory, identification of intervals and rhythmic patterns, and uses
of notation in dictation and sight-singing. Students entering this sequence
take a test to determine the appropriate level of their first course.
At the end of each course in the sequence, students take a test to determine
whether they may enter a higher-level course: enrollment in MUSI 334
requires a passing score on the exit test for 333; enrollment in MUSI
335 requires a passing score on the exit test for 334. Courses may be
repeated for credit, but each course may be counted toward the major
only once. Students enrolled in MUSI 331, 332, or 431, have priority;
course open to other students as space permits.
Tonal
Composition
Develops
the craft of musical composition through polyphonic writing, canon and
imitative counterpoint, and homophonic writing, emphasizing phrase structure
and small forms. Compositions are performed and criticized in class,
with the aim of making manifest and adding to ideas covered in MUSI
331 (Theory I) through actual writing. This course is essential for
those who will pursue creative writing in music.
Introduction
to Music and Computers
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Students
gain hands-on experience with synthesizers, music notation software,
and the control of MIDI instruments via computer.
Advanced
Performance
Prerequisite:
Music majors with permission of department chair by auditions; all other
students must register for applied music through the music department
office.
MUSI
351: Voice
MUSI
352: Piano
MUSI
353: Organ, Harpsichord
MUSI
354: Strings
MUSI
355: Woodwinds
MUSI
356: Brass
MUSI
357: Percussion
MUSI
358: Harp, Guitar
Because
the subject matter changes each semester, courses numbered MUSI 351-358
may be repeated as often as desired, but no more than eight performance
credits may be applied toward the baccalaureate degree in the College.
These courses may not be applied toward the major.
Jazz
Ensemble
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Orchestra
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Wind
Ensemble
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Chamber
Ensemble
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Coro
Virginia
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
University
Singers
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Opera
Workshop
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Students
prepare scenes from operas for modest stage presentation. Roles are
assigned according to vocal skills and maturity. Scenes may include
solo, ensemble, and chorus singing. Students receive coaching in interpretation
and stage actions. Scenes are selected from three centuries of opera
repertory and sung in German, Italian, French, and English.
Early
Music Ensemble
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Performance
of music written before 1750 on instruments appropriate to the period.
New
Music Ensemble
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Performance
of vocal and instrumental music of the twentieth century.
African
Drumming and Dance Ensemble
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission by audition.
Practical,
hands-on course focusing on several music/dance forms from West Africa
(Ghana, Togo) and Central Africa (BaAka pygmies). No previous experience
with music or dance is necessary. Special attention is given to developing
tight ensemble dynamics, aural musicianship, and a polymetric sensibility.
Note
Because the subject matter changes
each semester, courses numbered 360-369 may be repeated as often as
desired, but no more than eight performance credits may be applied toward
the baccalaureate degree in the College. These courses may not be applied
toward the major.
Independent
Study
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Vocal
Music
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or the equivalent and instructor permission.
Topics,
announced in advance, selected from opera, oratorio, choral music, or
song.
Instrumental
Music
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or the equivalent and instructor permission.
Topics,
announced in advance, are selected from the orchestral, chamber music
or solo repertories.
Composers
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or the equivalent and instructor permission.
Study
of the life and works of a composer (or school of composers); topic
announced in advance.
Topics
in American Music
Prerequisite: MUSI
308 or instructor permission.
Topics,
announced in advance, about folk, popular, jazz or art music traditions
in American culture.
Cultural
and Historical Studies of Music
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Selected
topics, announced in advance, exploring the study of music within cultural
and historical frameworks.
Studies
in Jazz Literature
Prerequisite: MUSI
312 or instructor permission.
Topics,
announced in advance, exploring the world of jazz music.
Critical
Studies of Music
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Selected
topics, announced in advance, exploring the study of music within critical
frameworks.
Music
and Sound in Film
Prerequisite:
Some music background, such as prior music study or MUSI 101. Open only
to undergraduates; not open to anyone who has taken MUSI 521.
Considers
the contributions sound and music make to the film experience. Individual
film analysis, readings from theoretical and critical writings on sound,
film, and film sound.
Music
and the Black Atlantic
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission; informal or formal musical experience preferred.
Investigates
black and African ways of performing music and related traditions in
the African diaspora during the post-colonial era in the US, Caribbean,
Brazil, and Britain.
Issues
in Ethnomusicology
Prerequisite: MUSI
307 or instructor permission.
An
intensive experience with ethnomusicology and performance studies, this
seminar explores musical ethnography (descriptive writing), experiential
research, sociomusical processes, and other interdisciplinary approaches
to musical performance. Addresses issues involving race, class, gender,
and identity politics in light of particular topics and areas studies.
Field
Research and Ethnography of Performance
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Addresses
ideas about ethnography and performance. Students explore epistemological,
ethical, and aesthetic issues as they relate to field research and push
the envelope of "creative non-fiction" in the ethnographic
realm of their writing.
Topics
in Ethnomusicology
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Addresses
specific issues and cultural areas according to the interests of the
students and instructor.
Theory
III
Prerequisite:
MUSI 332 or instructor permission; corequisite: MUSI 333, 334, or 335, except for students who have
already passed the exit test for MUSI 335.
Studies
in 18th-, 19th-, and 20th-century techniques and styles through analysis
and composition.
Musical
Analysis
Prerequisite: MUSI
431 or instructor permission.
Various
approaches to musical analysis; readings from theoretical literature;
and practical exercises in analysis of music from all periods.
Advanced
Musicianship
Prerequisite:
Passing score on the exit test for MUSI 335.
Includes
advanced ear-training, sight-singing and keyboard harmony.
Tonal
Counterpoint
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or the equivalent.
Written
and aural exercises based on analysis of the contrapuntal style of J.S.
Bach and his successors.
Computer
Sound Generation and Spatial Processing
Prerequisite:
MUSI 339 or instructor permission.
Studies
in sound processing, digital synthesis and multichannel audio using
RTCmix running under Linux. Students learn techniques of computer music
through composition, analysis of representative works, and programming.
Sound
Studio
Prerequisite: MUSI
339 or instructor permission.
Studies
in computer music studio techniques, sound synthesis using a variety
of software packages based on the Macintosh platform, and the creation
of original music using new technologies.
Computer
Applications in Music
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission or MUSI 339.
Topics
involving the composition, performance, and programming of interactive
computer music systems.
Materials
of Contemporary Music
Prerequisite: MUSI332
or instructor permission.
Topics
in contemporary music that will focus on different areas in rotation.
Each will involve focused readings, analysis of selected works, and
the creation of original compositions that reflect the issues under
discussion.
Solo
and Ensemble Repertory
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Analyzes
selected scores for instrumental and vocal solo and ensemble; and the
practical and aesthetic demands of the performance style of the period.
Class demonstrations.
Instrumental
Conducting I, II
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 and instructor permission.
Studies
the theory and practice of conducting, score analysis, and rehearsal
technique.
Music
in Performance
Prerequisite:
Previous musical experience, broadly defined.
Studies
how musical performances implicitly or explicitly enact and (re)negotiate
their historical, cultural, and ideological circumstances through activities
that focus on a range of musical cultures.
Choral
Conducting I, II
Prerequisite
for 475: basic ear training, sight-reading. Previous experience in a
choral or instrumental ensemble is preferred. Interested students should
consult with the instructor before registering. Instructor permission
is required.
Studies
in the basic technique and art of conducting, with weekly experience
conducting repertoire with a small choral ensemble.
Composition
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Music
Seminar
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Readings,
discussions, and individual projects in the literature and theory of
music.
Independent
Study
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
American
Music
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or equivalent and instructor permission.
Topics
are announced in advance and include popular, jazz, or art music.
Theory
Review
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Studies
in tonal and twentieth-century practices.
Modal
Counterpoint
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Written
and aural exercises based on analysis of the contrapuntal style of Palestrina
and his contemporaries.
Tonal
Counterpoint
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or the equivalent.
Written
and aural exercises based on analysis of the contrapuntal style of J.S.
Bach and his successors.
Instrumentation
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Study
of the characteristics of orchestral instruments.
Orchestration
Prerequisite: MUSI
535.
Composing
and arranging music for orchestral instruments in various combinations.
Canon
and Fugue
Prerequisite: MUSI
431 and instructor permission.
Studies
the composition and analysis of canons and fugues focusing on works
of J.S. Bach.
Conducting
I, II
Prerequisite: MUSI
332 or equivalent and instructor permission.
Studies
the theory and practice of conducting rehearsal technique.
Graduate
Performance
Prerequisite:
Graduate students in music with permission of department chair by audition.
Performing
Ensembles
Prerequisite:
Graduate student in music with instructor permission by audition.
Composition
Prerequisite: MUSI
431 and instructor permission.
Independent
Study
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Independent
study dealing with a specific topic. Primary emphasis is not on research.
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P.O.
Box 400780
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4780
Phone:
(434) 924-7701
Fax:
(434) 924-6927
Overview
The main areas of study in philosophy are metaphysics, epistemology,
ethics, logic, and the history of philosophy. In addition to these areas
of study, the department also offers courses in aesthetics, philosophy
of science, philosophy of religion, political philosophy, philosophy
of mathematics, philosophy of language, biomedical ethics, and philosophy
of law.
Some courses in these areas aim to acquaint the students with the most important intellectual traditions of our civilization, while others emphasize the characteristically philosophical activity of exposing and analyzing the arguments for and against the positions under discussion. Quite often, these two approaches are combined in the presentation of the material. Students of philosophy should have the desire to investigate some of the most fundamental and perplexing problems in the history of thought. The abilities and skills inculcated by the philosophical training are of lasting intellectual and personal value, for the ability to form one's own views in a reasoned and rigorous manner forms the foundation of our democratic society, and the critical and analytical skills fostered by philosophy are valuable across a wide variety of other subjects. As part of a complete education, every student should take at least one philosophy course. Faculty
The interests of the faculty members cover all the principal areas of
philosophy noted above. The department has a long tradition of commitment
to undergraduate teaching, and a number of the faculty have achieved
national and international prominence in their fields. All faculty in
the department, including its most senior members, regularly teach undergraduate
courses and seminars, including the large introductory lecture courses.
Students
More than one hundred students are currently pursuing a major in are
usually designed as broad surveys of intellectual thought; these survey
courses usually have enrollments of between fifty and two hundred students.
Introductory seminar courses, on the other hand, are limited to between
fifteen to twenty students and focus on much more specific topics. Upper-level
courses typically enroll thirty to forty students. Majors seminars and
honors seminars are also offered; enrollment in these courses is limited
to twenty. Some advanced students may prefer to pursue philosophy. Students
can choose from many courses. Introductory lecture courses independent
study with a faculty member. Because philosophy is not usually taught
in high schools, students would do well to begin with a 100-level or
200-level course before trying a 300-level or higher course.
Students who graduate with a philosophy major do so with the knowledge that they are well prepared for graduate work (more than 50 percent go on to graduate work) or the job market. Many attend law school. According to a recent study by the University's Office of Career Planning and Placement, the average LSAT score for a philosophy major was nearly fifteen points higher than the average score for any other major. It is also worth noting that, according to a study recently completed by the American Medical Association, philosophy majors have the third highest acceptance rate into American medical schools. Those who do not attend graduate school often go into corporate work, with investment banking being the most popular career choice. Students who have studied philosophy are characterized by an independence and rigor of thought which serves them well in a wide variety of careers. Requirements
for Major The major in philosophy
is designed to sharpen the student's analytical and creative skills,
and to enhance clarity of exposition. It also acquaints the student
with some of the most important themes in the history of Western thought.
In order to fulfill the requirements for a major in philosophy, a student
must complete at least three credits of course work in each of the three
areas of metaphysics and epistemology, logic, ethics, and at least six
credits of course work in the history of philosophy, with the courses
to be selected from among those listed below.
A
philosophy major requires a total of 30 credits of courses number 200
or higher. Students who double-major may, in consultation with their
major advisor or the director of undergraduate studies, count up to
six credits from their second major towards their philosophy major.
If a student elects to satisfy the logic requirement by taking PHIL
141 or 142, those credits do not count towards the 30 credit requirement.
Distinguished
Majors Program in Philosophy The Distinguished Majors Program (DMP) is designed for students
who wish to pursue their studies in philosophy beyond the requirements
of the regular major. It requires both the study of a broad range of
philosophical areas and a more concentrated examination of a single
topic in the form of a senior thesis.
Students may apply to the DMP as early as the fifth semester before graduation and as late as the third semester before graduation. They must have completed at least two philosophy courses, and they must have and maintain a GPA of at least 3.4 in all philosophy courses taken. (In addition, they should have an overall GPA close enough to 3.4 to make it likely that they will be able to satisfy the College requirement of a final cumulative GPA of 3.4 for graduation with distinction.) DMP students must complete 36 credits of course work in philosophy, no more than 15 of which are at the 200-level. 100-level courses cannot be counted towards DMP requirements. The 36 credits must include at least 3 credits each of:
DMP
students must also take six courses in the history of philosophy, in
accordance with the requirements laid out above for ordinary majors.
In addition, six of the required 36 credits must be used for the thesis
and allocated as follows: PHIL 493 (Directed Readings) to be used as
a pre-thesis research course (the student must submit a thesis proposal
to the undergraduate committee upon completion of this course); and
PHIL 498 (Senior Thesis). The seminar for majors and PHIL 493 will satisfy
the general DMP requirement for 6 credits of advanced course work.
Academic
Standards Majors must maintain an
average GPA of at least 2.0 in all their philosophy courses. Failure
to do so will result in the students being placed on probation for the
following semester. At the end of a probationary semester, if the students'
average is still below 2.0, the student may be asked to declare a different
major. Majors are expected to obtain grades of C- or better on all their
philosophy courses. If majors receive a grade of C- in two philosophy
courses they are place on probation. If students receive a grade under
C- in a third course they may be asked to declare a different major.
The
Philosophy Honors Program In addition to the major programs listed above, the department
offers a program of two years of tutorial study leading to the B.A.
degree with honors in philosophy. Candidates are required to pass an
examination in logic by the end of their first year in the program.
At the end of their final year candidates are required to take written
examinations in epistemology, metaphysics and the philosophy of mind,
and ethics. In addition, a candidate must either submit a thesis upon
a topic of his or her choice, or take a written examination in one of
the following: political philosophy, formal logic, philosophy of science,
aesthetics, the writings of a major philosopher. An oral examination
is held following the written examinations. Students should register
for PHIL 490: Honors (15).
Requirements
for Minor The minor in philosophy
consists of 15 credits of which no more than three credits may be below
the 200 level. The program of study should be developed in consultation
with a departmental advisor.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact Talbot Brewer, Undergraduate Advisor, 508 Cabell Hall, Charlottesville,
VA 22903; (434) 924-7701; www.virginia.edu/~philos.
Requirements
for a Minor in Bioethics 21 credits including one course at the introductory
level either RELG 265 (Theology, Ethics, Medicine) or PHIL 252 (Bioethics:
A Philosophical Perspective); BIOL 121 (Human Biology) or BIOL 201-202;
6 credits at the 300-level or higher in ethical and/or political theory,
3 credits of which must be in ethics; and 9 credits at the 300-level
or higher in bioethics electives or closely related courses, 6 of which
must be in regular bioethics courses.
In order to fulfill the bioethics electives requirement of 9 credits, students may opt to take one course that, while not specifically focused on bioethics, still relates in a substantial way to the issues or methods of bioethics—e.g., BIOL 425 (Human Genetics), PLAP 471 (Values, Resources, and Public Policy), ANTH 329 (Marriage, Mortality, and Fertility), SOC 426 (Health Care Systems). Students may not take all the electives from the same department. A list of electives is maintained by Professor John Arras, the program director. While most such electives should be at the 300-level or higher, some exceptions are approved (e.g., ANTH 234, Race, Gender, and Medical Science) at the discretion of the program director. Students may take up to 3 credits for an appropriately structured internship in partial fulfillment of the bioethics electives requirement. No more than 12 credits may be counted toward both the student's major and this minor. The type and number of courses that are eligible for double counting is handled on an individual basis by the program director in collaboration with the student and her or his academic advisor. The director of the bioethics minor works with closely related departments (e.g., philosophy and religious studies) to ensure that appropriate limits are set on the number of bioethics electives that may count toward the respective majors. Additional
Information For more information
contact John Arras, Program Director, 524 Cabell Hall, Charlottesville,
VA 22903; (434) 924-7868.
Course Descriptions Introduction
to Philosophy
Introduces
a broad spectrum of philosophical problems and approaches. Topics include
basic questions concerning morality, skepticism and the foundations
of knowledge, the mind and its relation to the body, and the existence
of God. Readings are drawn from classics in the history of philosophy
and/or contemporary sources.
Minds
and Bodies
Do
we really know what we think we know about our world and the other people
in it? Discounting familiar sources of error, which we can obviate,
the epistemological skeptic argues that there are other sources of error
that may well infect our beliefs however careful we may be. Can he be
answered? This aside, if we know anything at all, we would seem to know
ourselves; are we essentially physical, or could we exist independently
of physical bodies? Through reflecting on these and related questions,
the course constitutes an introduction to basic problems in the theory
of knowledge and in metaphysics.
Forms
of Reasoning
Analyzes
the structure of informal arguments and fallacies that are commonly
committed in everyday reasoning. The course will not cover symbolic
logic in any detail.
Basic
Logic
Introduces
topics in traditional and symbolic logic, including the syllogism, Venn
diagrams, paradoxes, and propositional logic.
Human
Nature
Examines
the major theories of human nature and the relation between human beings
and the natural world. Includes the views of Plato, the Christian view,
existentialism and Marxism, and. Recent psychological theories like
Freud's and Skinner's, as well as theories drawing from contemporary
biology. Examines the question of nature versus nurture in determining
human conduct.
Introduction
to Moral and Political Philosophy
Examines
some of the central problems of moral philosophy and their sources in
human life and thought.
Issues
of Life and Death
Studies
the fundamental principles underlying contemporary and historical discussions
of such issues as abortion, euthanasia, suicide, pacifism, and political
terror. Examines Utilitarian and anti-Utilitarian modes of thought about
human life and the significance of death.
Introductory
Philosophy Seminars
Discussion
groups devoted to some philosophical writing or topic. Information on
the specific topic can be obtained from the philosophy department at
course enrollment time.
Seminar
in Philosophy
Seminars
aimed at showing how philosophical problems arise in connection with
subjects of general interest.
Philosophical
Problems in Law
Examines
and evaluates some basic practices and principles of Anglo-American
law. Discusses the justification of punishment, the death penalty, legal
responsibility, strict liability, "Good Samaritan laws," reverse
discrimination, and plea bargaining.
History
of Philosophy: Ancient and Medieval
Survey
of the history of philosophy from the Pre-Socratic period through the
Middle Ages.
History
of Philosophy: Modern
Surveys
the history of modern philosophy, beginning with Descartes and extending
up to the nineteenth century.
Computers,
Minds and Brains
Do
computers think? Can a persuasive case be made for the claim that the
human mind is essentially a sophisticated computing device? These and
related questions will be examined through readings in computer science,
the philosophy of mind, logic, and linguistics.
Introduction
to Symbolic Logic
Introduces
the concepts and techniques of modern formal logic, including both sentential
and quantifier logic, as well as proof, interpretation, translation,
and validity.
Scientific
Methods
Introduces
the philosophy of science. Topics include experiment, casual inference,
models, scientific explanation, theory structure, hypothesis testing,
realism and anti-realism, the relations between science and technology,
science versus non-science, and the philosophical assumptions of various
sciences. Illustrations are drawn from the natural, biological, and
social sciences, but no background in any particular science is presupposed.
Bioethics:
A Philosophical Perspective
Surveys
biomedical ethics, emphasizing philosophical issues and methods. Includes
moral foundations of the physician/patient relation, defining death,
forgoing life-sustaining treatments, euthanasia, abortion, prenatal
diagnosis, new reproductive technologies, human genetics, human experimentation,
and the allocation and rationing of health care resources. Reflects
on the various ethical theories and methods of reasoning that might
be brought to bear on practical moral problems. Not open to those who
have taken RELG 265.
Political
Philosophy
Studies
problems involved in understanding the relation between public power
and private right.
Free
Will and Responsibility
Examines
whether our actions and choices are free and whether or to what extent
we can be held responsible for them. Includes the threat to freedom
posed by the possibility of scientific explanations of our behavior
and by psychoanalysis, the concept of compulsion, moral and legal responsibility,
and the nature of human action.
Philosophy
of Religion
Considers
the problems raised by arguments for and against the existence of God;
discussion of such related topics as evil, evidence for miracles, and
the relation between philosophy and theology.
Plato
Introduces
the philosophy of Plato, beginning with several pre-Socratic philosophers.
Focuses on carefully examining selected Platonic dialogues.
Aristotle
and Hellenistic Philosophy
Introduces
the philosophy of Aristotle and the major Hellenistic schools (the Stoics,
Epicureans and Skeptics). Emphasizes philosophy rather than history,
with readings mainly in the fields of metaphysics, philosophy of nature,
philosophy of knowledge, and ethics.
History
of Medieval Philosophy
Examines
the continued development of philosophy from after Aristotle to the
end of the Middle Ages.
Descartes,
Spinoza and Leibniz
Studies
the central philosophers in the rationalist tradition.
Locke,
Berkeley and Hume
Studies
the central philosophers in the empiricist tradition.
Kant
and Nineteenth-Century German Philosophy
Primarily
a study of Kant's metaphysics and epistemology, followed by a brief
look at the views of some of Idealist successors.
Contemporary
Philosophy
Studies
some recent contemporary philosophical movement, writing, or topic.
Metaphysics
Examines
central metaphysical issues such as time, the existence of God, causality
and determinism, universals, possibility and necessity, identity, and
the nature of metaphysics.
Epistemology
Studies
problems concerned with the foundations of knowledge, perception, and
rational belief.
Philosophy
of Mind
Recommended
preparation: PHIL 132.
Studies
some basic problems of philosophical psychology.
Philosophy
of Language
Prerequisite:
At least on course in philosophy at the 100 level or above, or instructor
permission.
Examines
central conceptual problems raised by linguistic activity. Among topics
considered are the relation between thought and language; the possibility
of an essentially private discursive realm; the view that one's linguistic
framework somehow "structures" reality; and the method of
solving or dissolving philosophical problems by scrutiny of the language
in which they are couched.
Ethics
History
of modern ethical theory (Hobbes to Mill) with especial emphasis on
the texts of Hume, Treatise, Book III, and of Kant, Grundlegung, which will be studied carefully and critically. Among
the topics to be considered: Is morality based on reason? Is it necessarily
irrational not to act morally? Are moral standards objective? Are
they conventional? Is it a matter of luck whether we are morally virtuous?
Is the morally responsible will a free will? Are all reasons for acting
dependent on desires?
Contemporary
Ethics
Studies
Anglo-American ethics since 1900. While there are selected readings
from G.E. Moore, W.D. Ross, A.J. Ayer, C.L. Stevenson and R.M. Hare,
emphasis is on more recent work. Among the topics to be considered:
Are there moral facts? Are moral values relative? Are moral judgements
universalizable? Are they prescriptive? Are they cognitive? What is
to be said for utilitarianism as a moral theory? What against it? And
what are the alternatives?
Classical
Political Philosophy
Considers
some of the perennial questions in political philosophy through an examination
of classical works in the field, including some or all of the following:
Aristotle's Politics, Hobbes's Leviathan, Locke's Second Treatise of Government, and Rousseau's Social
Contract.
Research
Ethics
Prerequisite:
One course in ethics or bioethics, or instructor permission.
Canvasses
the history of research scandals (e.g., Nuremberg, Tuskegee) resulting
in federal regulation of human subjects research. Critically assesses
the randomized clinical trial (including informed consent, risk/benefit
ratio, randomization, placebos). Examines the ethics of research with
special populations, such as the cognitively impaired, prisoners, children,
embryos and fetuses, and animals.
Aesthetics
Critically
investigates central philosophical issues raised by artistic activity:
To count as an artwork must a thing have a modicum of aesthetic value,
or is it enough that it be deemed art by the community? Is aesthetic
value entirely in the eye of the beholder or is there such a thing as
being wrong in one's judgment concerning an artwork?
Freud
and Philosophy
Philosophical
questions arising from Freud's work. First studies Freud's more general
writings and examines some case histories; then critically reviews writings
about Freud by philosophers, including Wittgenstein, Sartre, and Pears.
Justice
and Health Care
Prerequisite: PHIL
252 or RELG 265.
Philosophical
account of health care practices and institutions viewed against the
backdrop of leading theories of justice (e.g., utilitarianism, Rawlsian
contractarianism, communitarianism, libertarianism). Topics include
the nature, justifications, and limits of a right to health care; the
value conflicts posed by cost containment, implicit and explicit rationing,
and reform of the health care system; the physician-patient relationship
in an era of managed care; and the procurement and allocation of scarce
life-saving resources, such as expensive drugs and transplantable organs.
Law
and Society
Examines
competing theories of law; the role of law in society; the legitimacy
of restrictions on individual liberties; legal rights and conflicts
of rights; and the relationships between law and such social values
as freedom, equality, and justice.
Crime
and Punishment
Critically
examines the social force of legally proscribing certain conduct, and
of convicting and punishing those who engage in it; the accepted notions
of actus reus and mens rea, of action, intention, fault and responsibility;
the nature and scope of excusing conditions, such as ignorance
and mental incapacity; and theories of the nature and justification
of criminal punishment.
Justice,
Law, and Morality
Prerequisite:
One PHIL course or instructor permission.
Examines
contemporary liberal theories of justice and of communitarian, Marxist,
libertarian, utilitarian, and feminist criticisms of these theories.
Uses landmark Supreme Court decisions to illuminate central theoretical
disputes.
Seminar
for Majors
Prerequisite:
enrollment restricted to philosophy majors.
Topic
changes from year to year.
Wittgenstein
Prerequisite:
two PHIL courses or instructor permission; PHIL 242 recommended.
Study
of Wittgenstein's major works.
Honors
Program
Prerequisite:
Enrollment in the departmental honors program.
Directed
Reading and Research
Independent
study under the direction of a faculty member.
Senior
Thesis
Bioethics
Seminar
Prerequisite:
Fourth-year bioethics minor or interdisciplinary bioethics major.
The
topic varies from year to year. Previous topics include Methods of Practical
Ethics and Reproductive Ethics.
Seminar
on a Philosophical Topic
The
Historiography of Philosophy
Examines
the issues arising from the study of the history of philosophy. Authors
include Aristotle, Hegel, Russell, Collingwood, and Rorty.
Topics
in Medieval Philosophy
Seminar
on St. Augustine, St. Bonaventure, St. Thomas Aquinas, and Duns Scotus.
Topics include the existence of God, accounts of necessity and possibility,
the justification and acquisition of concepts, and the interaction between
Platonism and Aristotelianism in Christian thought.
Symbolic
Logic
Prerequisite: PHIL
242 or equivalent.
Examines
various results in metalogic, including completeness, compactness, and
undecidability. Effective computability, theories of truth, and identity
may also be covered.
Advanced
Logic
Prerequisite: PHIL
542 or instructor permission.
Continues
the study of the metatheory of first order logic, introduced in PHIL
542. Includes the significance of the Lowenheim-Skolem theorem and of
Godel's incompleteness theorems for first order arithmetic; the limitations
of higher order logic; and topics from specialized areas in logic: set
theory, recursion theory, and model theory.
Philosophy
of Science
Logical
analysis of the structure of theories, probability, causality, and testing
of theories.
Philosophy
of Mathematics
Prerequisite:
Some familiarity with quantifier logic or instructor permission.
Comparison
of various schools in the philosophy of mathematics (including logicism,
formalism, and conceptualism) and their answers to such questions as
" Do numbers exist?" and "How is mathematical knowledge
possible?"
Philosophy
of the Social Sciences
Prerequisite:
Six credits of philosophy or instructor permission.
Problems
studied include explanation in the social sciences; the place of theory;
objectivity; the relation between social science and natural science,
philosophy, and literature.
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P.O.
Box 400714
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4714
Phone:
(434) 924-3781
Fax:
(434) 924-4576
Overview
Physics is concerned with the most basic principles that underlie all
phenomena in the universe. Physicists search for the most elementary
particles, seek understanding of the behavior of collections of particles
ranging from quarks in nuclei and electrons in atoms to stars in galaxies,
and strive for insights into the nature of space and time. On a more
human scale, physicists explore the behavior of matter and energy including
all the devices of modern electronics, complex biological molecules,
the atmosphere, and all forms of energy and its uses. The principles
of physics are the basis for much of engineering and technology. Studying
physics can prepare students to push back the boundaries of knowledge
in this most fundamental of the natural sciences; it can provide invaluable
training in the concepts and methods of science for application in many
professional areas; it can develop one's capacity for clear analytical
thought that is crucial in many fields, or it can simply increase one's
knowledge and appreciation of the wonders of the world around us.
The department has research programs in high energy and nuclear physics, atomic and laser physics, condensed matter physics, biophysics, and gravitational physics. It currently receives approximately $5 million each year in research grants. The state-funded Institute for Nuclear and Particle Physics includes a number of faculty members with research related to the electron accelerator at the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility in Newport News, Virginia. This accelerator was originally conceived and successfully proposed by physics department faculty members who are now affiliated with this institute. Faculty
The faculty seeks to offer an outstanding undergraduate program, with
opportunities for both majors and non-majors, in the context of a vigorous
research department. Students have the opportunity to take a wide variety
of courses with many different professors.
Among the many awards and honors the faculty has received in recent years are four Outstanding Scientist in Virginia awards, an Outstanding Faculty Award—the state's highest honor for teaching faculty, the Davisson-Germer Prize of the American Physical Society for research in atomic physics, a Packard Foundation fellowship, six Sloan fellowships and six Young Investigator Awards (four from the National Science Foundation, two from the Office of Naval Research). The faculty has also been recognized for its teaching. One professor has received an award for innovations in continuing education, four are authors of major textbooks in physics, three have earned University Outstanding Teacher awards, and two have received the Pegram Award of the Southeastern Section of the American Physical Society for excellence in teaching Students
Physics majors make up a small but outstanding, enthusiastic, and diverse
group. Approximately thirty students graduate each year with bachelor's
degrees in physics. Beginning in the first year, there are special courses
for physics majors. All of the courses are taught by faculty members.
The third and fourth-year classes are small, and students have much
interaction with the faculty. Physics majors participate in independent
study projects, working on a tutorial basis with faculty members and
often working with a research group. Since the department has extensive
research activities, there are many opportunities for undergraduates
to participate in research on the frontiers of physics.
The department has programs designed to serve students with a wide variety of objectives. More than half of those graduating with bachelor's degrees in physics go on to graduate or professional school at top-ranked universities. Many graduates have taken positions in industry or government immediately after graduating with a bachelor's degree. In addition to those who go to graduate school in physics and physics-related fields, each year several go to professional schools in medicine, education, business, or law. Others graduate with physics as a concentration in a broad liberal arts program without a specific scientific career objective. Special
Resources Creating new knowledge is a primary
role of a university. This process involves undergraduates, graduate
students, and faculty working together at a research frontier and it
can provide some of the most stimulating and rewarding educational experiences.
The extensive research laboratories and computer facilities in the physics
department provide opportunities for students to participate in research
in nuclear and particle physics, atomic and laser physics, and condensed
matter physics. In addition to the facilities in the Jesse Beams Laboratory
of Physics and the High Energy Physics Building on the University Grounds,
research groups from the department have active programs at various
particle accelerator facilities, including the Thomas Jefferson National
Accelerator Facility in Newport News, Virginia; the Stanford Linear
Accelerator Center in California; the Fermi Laboratory in Batavia, Illinois;
and several accelerators in Europe. Undergraduates are involved with
research groups through independent study projects, informal affiliations,
and working as research assistants during the academic year and in the
summer.
One valued privilege for physics majors is having keys that give them access at any time day or night to the departmental library and the departmental computer laboratory as well as conference rooms in which they can meet to work together. Requirements
for Major The Department of Physics
offers both Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degrees.
In addition, there is a joint astronomy/physics B.A. The basic B.A.
is designed for students interested in physics and planning to enter
other fields including medicine, education, business, and law, and for
liberal arts students seeking a strong background in physics. Students
planning graduate study in physics or physics-related areas should elect
the B.S., the B.A. with a Distinguished Major course sequence, or the
astronomy/physics B.A. Two special concentrations can be pursued by
students in either the B.A. or the B.S. progams: A Computational Physics
Concentration (PHYS 553 & 554 Computational Physics I & II);
An Optics Concentration (PHYS 531-533 Optics & Optics Laboratory
and PHYS 532-534 Fundamentals of Photonics & Photonics Laboratory).
Students are urged to contact a physics undergraduate advisor as early
as possible to design a program to fit their specific needs.
There are several course sequences leading to the physics major. For all of them it is highly desirable to complete MATH 131, 132 or equivalent courses in calculus by the end of the first year. However, it is possible to begin calculus in the second year and complete the requirements for the B.A. Requirements
for the B.A. in Physics There are two options leading to the B.A. in physics, each
having three components:
Option I
Option II
For
either of the options, a year of chemistry may be substituted for one
of the 300-level physics courses in component (3). MATH 325 is not required
for the B.A. degree, however, it is a prerequisite for many of the courses
at 300 level and above. Students choosing Option II who want more extensive
preparation in basic physics and those planning to take physics courses
numbered 315 and higher should replace PHYS 201L, 202L in component
(2) with the higher level laboratory sequence, PHYS 221, 222, to be
taken after completing PHYS 231, 232. It is also possible to enter the
physics sequence through PHYS 142E. Students wishing to use this route
should consult one of the physics undergraduate advisors.
Bachelor
of Arts with Distinguished Major Course Sequence
This sequence may be entered using components (1) and (2) of either
option I or II above. Component (3) is replaced by the following requirements:
MATH 325, PHYS 254, 317, 321, 331, 342, 355, 356, 393 and one 300-500-level
physics elective.
Requirements
for the B.S. in Physics The requirements for the B.S. in Physics are the completion
of the Distinguished Major course sequence plus Math 521, 522 (or equivalent
APMA courses) and PHYS 343. Except for Echols scholars, the requirements
for the B.S. in Physics include completion of the standard College of
Arts and Sciences competency and area requirements.
A minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA in all required courses must be achieved for graduation as a physics major. Distinguished
Major Program The Distinguished Major Program provides recognition of outstanding
academic performance in a challenging sequence of physics courses including
an independent study project. Students who complete the distinguished
majors course sequence or the B.S. requirements with final grade point
averages exceeding 3.4, 3.6, or 3.8, are given departmental recommendation
to receive their degrees (B.A. or B.S.) with distinction, high distinction,
or highest distinction, respectively.
Requirements
for the Bachelor of Arts in Astronomy-Physics
This program is offered jointly by the Astronomy and Physics departments
and prepares students for graduate study in astronomy, physics, computer
science, and related fields. The students take MATH 131, 132, 231, 325,521,522;
CS 182 or 101; PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252, 221, 222, 321, 331, 342, 343,
355; and ASTR 211, 212, 313, 395, 498 (Senior Thesis), and six additional
credits of 300-500 level astronomy courses. Prospective astronomy-physics
major are strongly urged to consult with a physics undergraduate advisor
during registration week of their first semester. Students in this program
have advisors in both departments.
Requirements
for Minor A minor in physics can
be earned through one of the following course sequences: (1) PHYS 151,
152, 251, 252 and either 221 or any 300-level physics course; (2) PHYS
231, 232, 201L, 202L, 252 and any 300-level physics course; (3) PHYS
142E, 241E, 241L, 252 and any 300-level physics course.
Additional
Information For more information,
contact Bascom Deaver, Chair of the Undergraduate Program Committee,
Physics Department Office, Jesse W. Beams Laboratory of Physics, 382
McCormick Rd., P.O. Box 400714, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4714, (434)
924-3781; Fax: (434) 924-4576; bsd@virginia.edu;
www.phys.virginia.edu. A detailed departmental brochure is available.
Course Descriptions Note There are several introductory course sequences that cover essentially the same topics but in two, three, or four semesters, fulfilling different student needs. Students may offer for degree credit only one of PHYS 142E, 151, and 231; only one of PHYS 232, 241E, and 251. Concepts
of Physics
For
non-science majors. Topics vary from year to year. 101 covers classical
physics, such as Newton's laws, science fiction, weight room physics,
and weather. 102 covers modern physics, such as relativity, atomic structure,
quantum physics, and the atomic and hydrogen bombs. Premedical and predental
students should take PHYS 201, 202 rather than 101, 102. They may be
taken in either order.
How
Things Work
For
non-science majors. Introduces physics and science in everyday life,
considering objects from our daily environment and focusing on their
principles of operation, histories, and relationships to one another.
105 is concerned primarily with mechanical and thermal objects, while
106 emphasizes objects involving electromagnetism, light, special materials,
and nuclear energy. They may be taken in either order.
Galileo
and Einstein
For
non-science majors. Examines how new understandings of the natural world
develop, taking two famous scientists as case studies. Galileo was the
first to appreciate the importance of experiment, while Einstein was
the first to realize time is not absolute and that mass can be converted
to energy.
Energy
on this World and Elsewhere
Prerequisite: Physics
and math at high school level.
The
subject of energy will be considered from the perspective of a physicist.
Students will learn to use quantitative reasoning and the recognition
of simple physics restraints to examine issues related to energy that
are of relevance to society and the future evolution of our civilization.
Powerful
Ideas in Physical Science
Covers
several main ideas in physical science including matter, sound, heat
and energy, force and motion, electricity and magnetism, and light and
optics, using a hands-on conceptual learning approach. Students work
in cooperative learning groups during both the lab and lecture components.
Suitable for preservice education students and other nonscience majors.
The
Science of Sound and Music
Studies
the basic physical concepts needed to understand sound. Aspects of perception,
the human voice, the measurement of sound, and the acoustics of musical
instruments are developed and illustrated.
Introductory
Physics I, II, III, IV
Corequisite: MATH
131, 132, or 231, 325, respectively, or equivalent. The courses should
be taken in sequence.
This
series of courses, intended for prospective physics majors and other
science majors who wish to begin the study of physics in their first
semester, prepares students for the physics courses numbered 300 and
above. Three lecture hours, one problem hour.
Science
and Technology Issues
Introduces
the scientific basis and prospects of modern technologies at a level
suitable for motivated non-science majors. Discusses the use of lasers,
microwaves, and superconductors in health care and communications. Environmental
and strategic defense problems are debated via case studies by student
teams. A high school math background should suffice.
Principles
of Physics I, II
A
terminal course covering the principles of mechanics, heat, electricity
and magnetism, optics, atomic, solid state, nuclear, and particle physics.
A working knowledge of arithmetic, elementary algebra, and trigonometry
is essential. PHYS 201, 202 does not normally serve as prerequisite
for the courses numbered 315 and above. Students who plan to take more
physics should elect PHYS 151, 152, 251, 252, 221, 222 instead. PHYS
201, 202, in conjunction with the laboratory, PHYS 201L, 202L, satisfies
the physics requirement of medical and dental schools. PHYS 201 is prerequisite
for 202. Three lecture hours; two hours of recitation and problem work.
Basic
Physics Laboratory I, II
Corequisite: PHYS
201, 202, or 231, 232. Premedical and predental students should elect
this course along with PHYS 201, 202; it is an option for others. PHYS
201L is prerequisite for 202L.
Selected
experiments in the different branches of physics are carried out and
written up by the student. One three-hour exercise per week.
Elementary
Laboratory I, II
Prerequisite:
PHYS151, 152; corequisite:
PHYS 251 and PHYS 252, respectively or prerequisite:
PHYS 231, 232; corequisite:
PHYS 252 for PHYS 222.
Selected
experiments in mechanics, heat, electricity and magnetism, optics, and
modern physics. One lecture hour and four laboratory hours per week.
Classical
and Modern Physics I, II
Prerequisite: MATH
132 or instructor permission.
A
two-semester introduction to classical and modern physics for science
majors. A calculus-based treatment of the principles of mechanics, electricity
and magnetism, physical optics, elementary quantum theory, and atomic
and nuclear physics. This sequence can be used by prospective physics
majors and by other students planning to take physics courses numbered
300 and higher; however, the four-semester sequence PHYS 151, 152, 251,
252 is recommended. PHYS 231, 232 in conjunction with the laboratory,
PHYS 201L, 202L satisfies the requirements for the B.S. in Chemistry,
and can be used in place of PHYS 201, 202, 201L, 202L to satisfy the
requirements of medical and dental schools. PHYS 231 is prerequisite
for 232. Three lecture hours and one problem session per week.
Fundamentals
of Scientific Computing
Prerequisite:
One semester of calculus and one semester of introductory physics (PHYS
151, 231, 142E or 201) or permission of instructor.
Applications
of computers to solving basic problems in physical science. Introduction
to programming, use of external libraries, and implementation of basic
algorithms with focus on numerical methods, error analysis and data
fitting. No previous computer experience is required. One lecture and
2 two-hour lab sessions each week.
Physics
of the Human Body
Prerequisite:
PHYS 201, MATH 122; corequisite: PHYS 202 or instructor permission.
Application
of basic physical principles to functions of the human body; studies
selected aspects of hearing, vision, cardiovascular system, biomechanics,
urinary system, and information handling.
Widely
Applied Physics I, II
Prerequisite: PHYS
151, 152, 251, 252 or PHYS 231, 232, and MATH 131, 132, 231.
Applications
of physical principles to a diverse set of phenomena. Topics include
materials science and engineering, computers and electronics, nuclear
physics and energy, astrophysics, aeronautics and space flight, communications
technology, meteorology, and medical physics and imaging. Emphasis on
conceptual issues, order of magnitude estimates, and dimensional analysis.
PHYS311 is a prerequisite for PHYS312. Three lecture hours and a discussion
session each week.
Electronics
Laboratory
Prerequisite: PHYS
222 or 201L.
Analogue
and digital electronics for scientific applications, including the use
of transistors, FET's, operational amplifiers, TTL, and CMOS integrated
circuits. Six laboratory hours.
Intermediate
Laboratory I
Prerequisite: PHYS
222 or instructor permission.
Approximately
five experiments drawn from the major fields of physics. Introduces
precision apparatus, experimental techniques, and methods of evaluating
experimental results. Outside report preparation is required. Six laboratory
hours.
Intermediate
Laboratory II
Prerequisite: PHYS
222 or instructor permission.
Approximately
three to five experiments, selected in consultation with the instructor,
emphasizing modern aspects. Outside library research and report preparation
are required. Six laboratory hours.
Advanced
Laboratory
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Normally
a single, semester-long experiment chosen in consultation with the instructor.
Classical
Mechanics
Prerequisite: MATH
325 and PHYS 152 or 231 or instructor permission.
Statics
and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies treated with extensive use
of vector calculus; includes the Lagrangian formulation of mechanics.
Statistical
Physics
Prerequisite: PHYS
252 and MATH 325, or instructor permission.
Includes
temperature and the laws of thermodynamics; introductory treatments
of kinetic theory and statistical mechanics; and applications of Boltzmann,
Bose-Einstein, and Fermi-Dirac distributions.
Electricity
and Magnetism I
Prerequisite: MATH
325 and PHYS 251 or 232 or instructor permission.
Systematic
treatment of electromagnetic phenomena with extensive use of vector
calculus, including Maxwell's equations.
Electricity
and Magnetism II
Prerequisite: PHYS
342.
Includes
Maxwell's equations; electromagnetic waves and their interaction with
matter; interference, diffraction, polarization; waveguides; and antennas.
Quantum
Physics I
Prerequisite:
MATH 325; corequisite: PHYS 321 or
instructor permission.
Includes
quantum phenomena and an introduction to wave mechanics; the hydrogen
atom and atomic spectra.
Quantum
Physics II
Prerequisite: PHYS
355.
Continuation
of PHYS 355. Intermediate quantum mechanics including perturbation theory;
application to systems of current interest.
Topics
in Physics-Related Research Areas
PHYS
381 is not prerequisite to PHYS 382.
Applies
the principles and techniques of physics to related areas of physical
or life sciences or technology with an emphasis on current research
problems.
Independent
Study
Prerequisite: PHYS342
and 355, or instructor permission.
For
physics majors in their final year of candidacy. A program of independent
study carried out under the supervision of a faculty member and culminating
in a written report or essay. May be taken more than once.
Electronics
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Practical
electronics for scientists, from resistors to microprocessors.
Theoretical
Mechanics
Studies
the statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. Discusses the
methods of generalized coordinates, the Langrangian, Hamilton-Jacobi
equations, action-angle variables, and the relation to quantum theory.
Introduction
to the Theory of General Relativity
Prerequisite:
Advanced calculus through partial differentiation and multiple integration;
vector analysis in three dimensions.
Reviews
special relativity and coordinate transformations. Includes the principle
of equivalence; effects of gravitation on other systems and fields;
general tensor analysis in curved spaces and gravitational field equations;
Mach's principle; tests of gravitational theories; Perihelion precession,
red shift, bending of light, gyroscopic precession, radar echo delay;
gravitational radiation; relativistic stellar structure and cosmography;
and a short survey of cosmological models.
Optics
Prerequisite:
Knowledge of vector calculus and previous exposure to Maxwell's equations.
Includes
reflection and refraction at interfaces, geometrical optics, interference
phenomena, diffraction, Gaussian optics, and polarization.
Fundamentals
of Photonics
Prerequisite: PHYS
531 or permission of instructor.
This
course is designed to provide an understanding of the physics that underlies
technologies such as lasers, optical time/frequency standards, laser
gyros, and optical telecommunication. Covers the basic physics of lasers
and laser beams, nonlinear optics, optical fibers, modulators and optical
signal processing, detectors and measurements systems, and optical networks.
Optics
Laboratory
Corequisite: PHYS
531 or permission of instructor.
Experiments
include ray optics, aberrations, Hanbury Brown Twiss experiment, diffraction
gratings and atomic spectroscopy. Michelson interferometer and coherence,
diffraction, polarization and interference. One four-hour lab per week.
Photonics
Laboratory
Corequisite: PHYS
532 or permission of instructor.
Experimental
topics include lasers, laser beams, diode lasers, frequency modulation,
acousto-optic modulation, electrooptic modulation, and second harmonic
generation. One our-hour lab per week.
Introduction
to Molecular Biophysics
Prerequisite: PHYS
331 or CHEM 361, PHYS 355 or CHEM 362, MATH 521, or instructor permission.
Quantitative
introduction to the physics of molecular structures and processes in
living systems. Includes molecular structure analysis by X-ray (and
neutron) diffraction; electronic configuration of atoms, groups, and
small molecules of critical importance in biology; physical methods
of macromolecular structure determination in solution and in the solid
state; thermodynamic and electronic factors underlying group interactions,
proton dissociation, and charge distribution in macromolecules; solvent-macromolecule
interactions; action spectroscopy; and rate processes in series and
parallel.
Special
Topics in Classical and Modern Physics
Prerequisite: PHYS
342, or instructor permission.
Lectures
on topics of current interest in physics research and pedagogy. May
be taken more than once.
Computational
Physics I
Prerequisite:
PHYS 254. Pre- or Co-requisite: PHYS 321
and PHYS 355, or permission of instructor.
A
review of computational methods for differentiation, integration, interpolation,
finding zeroes, extrema, etc. proceeding to a concentration on numerical
solutions of differential equations, basic spectral analysis, numerical
methods for matrices and Monte Carlo simulation applied to problems
in classical and modern physics.
Computational
Physics II
Prerequisite: PHYS
553, or permission of instructor.
Advanced
topics in computational physics including numerical methods for partial
differential equations, Monte Carlo modeling, advanced methods for linear
systems, and special topics in computational physics.
Introduction
to Solid State Physics
Studies
crystal structures, lattice vibrations and electronic properties of
insulators, metals, and semiconductors; and superconductivity.
Introduction
to Nuclear and Particle Physics
Studies
subatomic structure; basic constituents and their mutual interactions.
Introduction
to High Energy Physics
Prerequisite: MATH
231 and PHYS 355, or instructor permission.
Studies
the experimental basis of high energy principles. Topics include the
behavior of strong, electromagnetic, and weak forces and their symmetries;
electroweak standard model; interactions of particles; and present and
planned high energy accelerators.
Independent
Study
A
program of independent study carried out under the supervision of a
faculty member, culminating in a written report, essay, or examination.
May be taken more than once.
Note
Service courses offered by the Department of Physics for the School
of Architecture (PHYS 203A) and for the School of Engineering and Applied
Science (PHYS 142E, 241E) are open to students in the College of Arts
and Sciences. These courses count against the degree credits a student
may earn for courses taken outside the College. They are described in
the course listings in chapters 7 and 10 respectively.
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The
major in Political Philosophy, Policy and Law (PPL) provides undergraduate
students with an opportunity to pursue intensive study of the connections
between political philosophy and legal theory, legal thought and historical
change, law and public policy. The major is based firmly on the view
that the study of law has a rich humanistic tradition and that its pursuit
encourages sustained reflection on fundamental values. Because the domain
of law, policy and political philosophy is huge, a principal objective
of the major is the integration of diverse disciplinary perspectives.
But interdisciplinary dialogue on political and legal ideas, processes,
doctrine, and policies can be fruitful only if the participants engage
one another from a position of disciplinary strength. The requirements
for the major in PPL are grounded on this presumption.
Political Philosophy, Policy and Law is a major with four components. Majors must take prerequisite courses, required courses, interdisciplinary-core courses, and related courses in a foundational discipline. There are three prerequisite courses for majors in PPL. Prospective majors must have completed, or be currently enrolled in, two of them upon applying for admission to the major program. The prerequisite courses are ECON 201 (Microeconomics), one course in the history of political thought, and one course in legal history and public policy. The latter two courses must be selected from the following menus:
Courses
taken as prerequisites cannot be counted in fulfillment of the interdisciplinary-core
requirement for the major (see II below). However, courses taken as
prerequisites may be counted in fulfillment of the requirement for related
courses in the foundational discipline (see III below).
There are two required courses for PPL majors (See I below). PPL 201 (Morality, Law and the State) must be taken by the spring semester of the third year, and PPL 401 (Research Seminar) must be taken during the fourth year. Majors in Political Philosophy, Policy and Law must complete eight courses in the interdisciplinary core. (See II below). Four courses shall be selected from a menu of courses in Political Theory and Legal Theory; four courses shall be selected from a menu of courses in Legal History and Public Policy. Majors in Political Philosophy, Policy and Law must take four related courses to establish a foundational discipline in Economics, History, Philosophy, or Politics upon declaring the major (See III below). Advanced Placement credits may not be used to fulfill this requirement. Two of the four related courses in the foundational discipline may be selected from the PPL prerequisite courses, from the PPL required courses, or from the PPL interdisciplinary-core courses; both will be counted in fulfillment of each requirement for the major. PPL majors are strongly encouraged to complete a minor in their foundational discipline but are not permitted to undertake a second major. Completion of the major, then, requires 9 credits in prerequisite courses, 30 credits in the major subject (the required and interdisciplinary core courses), and 6 additional credits in related courses. With the advice and consent of the academic advisor, majors having a foundational discipline in Politics or Philosophy will also earn a minor in the related field by completing the PPL major requirements. Majors with a foundational discipline in Economics or History may earn a minor in the related field by taking one course beyond the PPL major requirements. I.
Required Core (2 courses)
PPL
201 (Morality, Law and the State) This course examines the importance of moral philosophy
to the study of the legal and political institutions of the modern state.
In addition to exploring the nature of morality and moral reasoning,
the course deals with basic questions about the concept of law and the
justification of the state. Possible topics include inalienable rights,
distributive justice, civil disobedience, secession, and the priority
of liberty.
PPL
401 (Research Seminar) This seminar, designed to facilitate the production and collective
evaluation of 35-page research papers, is taught annually by the Director
of the PPL Program and/or by members of the Committee on Political Philosophy,
Policy, and Law. Enrollment in each section is limited to 15 fourth-year
majors.
II.
Interdisciplinary Core (8 courses)
A.
Political and Legal Theory
Select four courses. Two courses must be taken in Political Theory and two in Legal Theory. Courses taken as PPL prerequisites cannot be counted in fulfillment of this requirement.
B.
Legal History and Public Policy
Select four courses from at least three different departments. Two courses must be taken in Legal History and two in Public Policy. Courses taken as PPL prerequisites cannot be counted in fulfillment of this requirement.
III.
Related Courses in a Foundational Discipline (4 courses, 2 of
them double counted)
Majors
in PPL must establish a foundational discipline by fulfilling the designated
requirements in ONE of the following departments:
Economics (select one course from each
group)
ECON
201 will also count as a PPL prerequisite course; ECON 306 or ECON 431
will count as a PPL interdisciplinary-core course as well as a PPL related
course in the foundational discipline. PPL majors may earn a minor by
selecting two more Economics courses from the interdisciplinary-core
menu, completing an approved statistics course, and maintaining a cumulative
GPA of 2.0 in the minor coursework.
Politics (select one course from each group)
Any
two PLAP, PLIR or PLPT courses, chosen from different subfields and
selected from the interdisciplinary-core menu, will count as PPL related
courses in the foundational discipline as well as PPL interdisciplinary-core
courses in the appropriate category. PPL majors may earn a minor by
selecting two more Politics courses in the same subfield, one of them
at the 400- or 500-level, from the interdisciplinary-core menu and by
earning a grade of C or better in all minor coursework.
History (select one course from each group)
Any
HIEU course and any HIUS course selected from the interdisciplinary-core
menu will count as a PPL related course in the foundational discipline
as well as a PPL interdisciplinary-core course in the appropriate category.
PPL majors may earn a minor by selecting one more History course from
the interdisciplinary-core menu and completing a course in African,
East Asian, South Asian, Latin American, or Middle Eastern history.
Philosophy (select one course from
each group)
PPL
201 will also count as a PPL required course. PHIL 356 will count as
a PPL prerequisite course or as an interdisciplinary-core course, as
well as a related course in the foundational discipline. If PHIL 357
is selected instead, it will count as an interdisciplinary-core course
in the appropriate category, as well as a related course in the foundational
discipline. PPL majors may earn a minor by selecting two more Philosophy
courses from the interdisciplinary-core menu.
Admission
Procedures TBA. First class of 30 majors will be admitted in April 2004. Contact
James R. Sofka, Department of Politics, for questions and additional
information at (434) 982-2952.
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P.O.
Box 400786
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-0786
Phone:
(434) 982-2235
Overview
Now approaching its twenty-fifth year, this well-regarded
interdisciplinary program was launched by a small group of University
faculty from several departments committed to the idea of broad social
inquiry. It offers qualified students the opportunity to pursue the
study of society, and the study of politics—conceived both in its
broadest and narrowest senses—without being limited by the boundaries,
or the methodological preoccupations, of the relevant disciplines. With
the advice of associated faculty, independent and capable students can
fashion a program of study that reflects their intellectual interests
and goals. Some students construct a program that emphasizes thought
and significant thinkers (e.g., John Locke, Karl Marx, Max Weber, John
Dewey, Hannah Arendt) or concepts (justice, property, welfare, human
rights). Others place greater emphasis on concrete studies—in the
past (nineteenth-century Christian missionaries in Africa; labor unions
in the 1930s auto industry), or in the present (the impact of welfare
reform; the impact of South Africa's Truth and Reconciliation Commission).
Some students are more theoretically oriented, others more practically
inclined; all share a deep curiosity about the content and implications
of social and political thought. A key strength of the program is that,
within reasonable limits, it can be custom-tailored to the student's
interest. Another is its interdisciplinary character, established during
the intensive year-long core seminar offered in the third year. The
student can study politics and society wherever they are best examined
for his or her purpose.
Among the departments and programs that have played a considerable role in this program are history, politics, sociology, anthropology, studies in women and gender, religious studies, philosophy; and more recently, economics, bioethics, and English. The program is an outstanding major for a variety of future activities—in many cases better than a major in a single department. Students graduating from this program often pursue further study in graduate and professional schools, gaining admission to the nation's top programs. Members of recent classes, for example, have been accepted to law schools at Harvard, Yale, N.Y.U. and Virginia; and to Ph.D. programs at the same and similar institutions. Other students have gone on to careers in publishing, investment banking, labor organizing, and positions in NGOs and advocacy groups like Amnesty International. In short, PST majors find themselves well-prepared for careers in a wide variety of fields. Because of the intensive nature of this two-year program, study abroad during the school year cannot ordinarily be allowed. Faculty
Michael Joseph Smith, the program director, is a Thomas C. Sorenson
Professor of Political and Social Thought, and an associate professor
of politics. Other faculty associated with the program and its faculty
committee include Ellen Contini-Morava and George Mentore of anthropology;
James Childress, William Wilson, and Charles Mathewes of religious studies;
John Arras and John Simmons of philosophy; George Klosko of politics;
Erik Middlefort and Alan Megill of history; Murray Milner and Sharon
Hayes of sociology; Ann Lane of history and studies in women and gender;
and Rita Felski and Raymond Nelson of English. The program's high reputation
often attracts other faculty from throughout the University to act as
thesis advisors.
Students
The program attracts able, creative,
diverse, and independent students with strong interests, both theoretical
and practical, in politics and society. Each spring about 16-18 rising
third-year students are selected for the program from a substantial
applicant pool. Students are chosen on the basis of strong grades, a
writing sample, a faculty recommendation, and a short essay explaining
the student's interest in the field. PST majors share an intensive,
full-year core seminar in their third year in which they write short
essays virtually every week. In the fourth year, students focus on their
individual thesis projects, while sharing a weekly thesis seminar and
workshop during the fall term. In this way, they come to know each other
and their teachers.
Requirements
for Major The major has four basic components:
PST
Seminars 8 hours, open to majors
only, consisting of PST 485, 487, and 498.
Foundation
Courses Each student must complete
at least six (6) hours from the following list of courses, or equivalents
approved by the director, dealing with political and social thought
or its historical foundations:
Area
Studies Each student is required
to define three different area studies. An area is defined as a particular
intellectual theme or subfield of interest to be investigated in the
course of the student's studies. These areas can be derived from within,
between, or outside traditional disciplines. Some examples of area studies
might include ancient (or modern, or contemporary) political thought;
18th-19th century intellectual history; applied ethics; human
rights; church-state relations; feminist theory; issues in third-world
development; the modern welfare state; or African-American movements
in the post-war era.
For each area, the student must complete two relevant courses at the 300 level or above. The total of six courses necessary to fulfill the area requirements must be drawn from at least three different disciplines, programs, or departments. In brief: 3 areas; 2 courses per area; 3 disciplines. Taken together, the three areas of study should be well thought-out and intellectually coherent, and form the general basis of study for the fourth-year thesis. The three areas of study define the interdisciplinary character of the student's program and must meet a rigorous standard of coherence. In consultation with their advisors and the program director, students are expected to articulate the rationale of their choices in a brief written statement due by the end of the third year. Fourth-Year
Thesis Six hours consisting of
PST 497Y.
Admission
Interested students currently in
their fourth semester in the College of Arts and Sciences are invited
to apply for admission into this interdisciplinary program. As a distinguished
major, the program admits only eighteen new students a year. A 3.2 cumulative
GPA is generally required for admission. The program assumes the students will be in Charlottesville
their third and fourth years. It is highly
desirable (but not mandatory) that students applying for the PST program
should take at least one of the courses listed under the foundations
of political and social thought by the end of their second year.
Students interested in becoming PST majors should submit:
The
above materials should be brought to the PST office in 248-A Cabell
Hall by March 1. Candidates should hear from the committee by the end
of March.
The director of the PST program holds a meeting for the prospective majors in early February to answer any questions about admission procedures and program requirements. Students may also obtain this information from the PST website or by calling the PST office at (434) 982-2235. Additional
Information For more information
write to Michael J. Smith, Program Director, 248-A Cabell Hall, P.O.
Box 400786, Charlottesville, VA 22904-4786, (434) 982-2235; mjs9t@virginia.edu; www.virginia.edu/pst/.
Course Descriptions Note
These courses are open only to majors in Political and Social Thought.
Core
Seminar in Political and Social Thought I
Study
of great political and social thinkers and movements studied from a
variety of disciplinary and genre viewpoints. Readings include classic
texts, plays, novels, literature, current works of advocacy. Led by
the program director, with occasional guest faculty; weekly response
essays required.
Core
Seminar in Political and Social Thought II
Continuation
of PST 485, with greater emphasis on contemporary works.
Thesis
in Political and Social Thought
Prepared
with the advice of two faculty members, the fourth-year PST thesis is
a substantial, independent, year-long project built upon the student's
prior study in the program.
Workshop
in Thesis Research
Taken
in the fourth year, this workshop offers discussion with PST faculty
on their current research and continuing presentation of students' developing
projects.
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P.O.
Box 400787
University
of Virginia
Charlottesville,
VA 22904-4787
Phone:
(434) 924-3192
Fax:
(434) 924-3359
Overview
It should come as no surprise that, at the University of Virginia, politics
is one of the most popular and prestigious departments. After all, Thomas
Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence, founded this University
to educate and prepare citizens for participation in the governance
of this country.
The department studies government, public law, and politics of the national, state and local levels, and among states in international relations. Its course offerings are divided into four fields: American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. These fields permit two undergraduate majors. The government major emphasizes American politics and political theory, while the foreign affairs major emphasizes comparative politics and international relations. Both degree programs require study in all four of the department's fields; at the same time, they are designed to allow each student latitude in selecting courses that meet specific interests. The department's orientation is toward developing a critical understanding of the practical and theoretical dimensions of national and international governmental processes and institutions, as well as providing students with essential analytical and methodological skills. Rather than narrow specialization or vocational training, the department's programs are designed to prepare students for teaching and research, public service at all levels of government, and fields such as business, foreign affairs, journalism, and public affairs. Faculty
With more than thirty-five faculty members, the department offers students
access to a diverse group of internationally recognized scholars and
teachers. This group includes the immediate past president of the American
Political Science Association, a recipient of Fulbright, Rockefeller,
N.E.H. and American Council of Learned Societies fellowships, and a
Rhodes Scholar, who is a frequent political commentator on national
news broadcasts. The faculty has published numerous influential books.
Students
More than 650 students are currently seeking a degree in one of the
two majors available in the department. As a result, introductory lecture
courses are large (200-plus students) and designed to give students
an overview of a major topic (e.g., national government of the United
States). In courses with large enrollments, teaching assistants lead
discussion sections, which are limited to twenty students. Upper-level
courses and seminars focus on more specific topics, such as Virginia
government and politics, Japan in world affairs, or Marxist theories.
While upper-level courses average thirty to forty students, seminars
are limited to fifteen. The department offers approximately 100 courses
each year. Advanced students may enroll in graduate course work or pursue
independent study topics.
Most students who receive a degree in politics go immediately into the workforce. Corporations from around the country come to the University to recruit students. However, graduate work is being pursued by an increasingly large percentage of students. Law is the most popular option, at Virginia's law school or other top schools, such as Harvard and Stanford. Others choose graduate work in international relations, foreign affairs, or business. Special
Resources
Internships
Several internship programs are available to students through various
research centers located within the University, including the Center
for Governmental Studies. There also are internships available through
state agencies and in Washington, D.C. These must be approved by both
the internship coordinator at the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service
and the undergraduate advisor.
Requirements
for Major Students planning to major
must see an associate undergraduate advisor regarding admission and
assignment to a faculty advisor. Completion of at least three credits
of work in this department with no grade below C and a cumulative grade-point
average (GPA) of 2.0 are prerequisites for majors in government or foreign
affairs.
Government
The major concentration in government requires 30 credits of course
work, as specified below, including the three prerequisite hours. No
more than nine credits taken at the 100 level may be counted toward
the major. At least fifteen credits of course work in the department
must be earned at the 300 level and above. At least six of these must
be earned at the 400 and 500 levels.
The government concentration requires the following minimum distribution of courses among the four fields:
The
remaining nine credits required for the government major may come from
departmental offerings in any of the four fields, depending on student
interests and objectives.
In addition to the 30 credits required in the Department of Politics, 12 credits of courses in closely related disciplines, such as history, philosophy, the social sciences and, in appropriate cases, in other related subjects, are required. No more than six of these credits should be taken at the 100 and 200 levels. The other six credits should be in advanced courses. Students should seek to construct their related course "package" in such a way that it contributes to their major subject field in as direct a fashion as possible, and to have this list of courses approved by their major advisor. Foreign
Affairs The major concentration in
foreign affairs requires 30 credits of course work, as specified below,
including the three prerequisite credits. No more than nine credits
taken at the 100 level may be counted toward the major. At least fifteen
credits of course work in the department must be earned at the 300 level
and above. At least six of these must be earned at the 400 and 500 levels.
The foreign affairs concentration requires the following minimum distribution of courses among the four fields:
The
remaining six credits required for the foreign affairs major may come
from departmental offerings in any of the four fields, depending on
student interests and objectives.
In addition to the 30 credits required in the Department of Politics, 12 credits of courses in closely related disciplines, such as history, philosophy, the social sciences, and in appropriate cases, in other related subjects, are required. No more than six of these credits should be taken at the 100 and 200 levels. Students should seek to construct their related course "package" in such a way that it contributes to their major subject field in as direct a fashion as possible, and to have this list of courses approved by their major advisor. Both
Majors A grade of C or better is
necessary in any course counted toward the major. Students who earn
a grade of C- or lower in three courses in the department or who drop
below a 2.0 GPA in the department are not allowed to continue as majors.
The 18 credits offered to fulfill the basic field requirements of the major must be taken in this department. Ordinarily, six of the remaining nine credits required for the major may be transferred from other institutions, with the approval of the departmental undergraduate advisor. Such approval is not automatic. In order to be counted toward the major, work done elsewhere must be of a suitable nature and quality and must be offered in compliance with departmental rules available from the undergraduate advisor. Students already enrolled at the University of Virginia who wish to take courses at other institutions (including foreign ones) must obtain advance approval from the dean of the College and, for courses to be counted toward the major, from the departmental undergraduate advisor as well. Students who transfer to the University may transfer three credits for the required prerequisite and up to six of the nine credits not specified as fulfilling basic field requirements for the major after proper validation. Under no circumstance may advanced placement credit count toward fulfilling the major. Requirements
for Minor A minor program in politics
consists of at least 15 credits of course work taken at the University
in at least two of the four fields of the department, with a grade of
C or better. At least nine credits must be in one field. Of the 15 credits,
no more than six may be taken at the introductory (100) level. At least
three credits must be taken at the 400 or 500 level. No advanced placement
credit is allowed for a minor.
Students taking the minor in government or foreign affairs should fill out a minor application in the department's academic office (Cabell 240). The department's rules for satisfactory standing apply. Honors
Program The Bachelor of Arts with
honors, high honors, or highest honors may be awarded to students who
follow a special course of study during the third and fourth years.
It combines honors seminars and a thesis with independent, as well as
ungraded study, in this department and others. Written examinations
are given at the end of each year, and a general oral examination is
conducted by an independent examining committee at the end of the fourth
year. The John White Stevenson Prize may be awarded annually for the
best honors thesis.
Students of unusual academic distinction and promise may be selected for participation. They should consult with the department's Honors Program advisor at the time of declaring a major. Before admission to honors study, they should complete, with superior grades, at least three courses distributed among the fields of American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. The
Distinguished Majors Program Students of high academic achievement are eligible for the
department's Distinguished Majors Program (DMP). Students completing
the program graduate with distinction, high distinction, or highest
distinction. A prerequisite of three credits of course work in the department
and departmental and University GPA's of 3.4 or above are required for
admission. Students wishing to apply should submit an application form,
a statement of interest in the DMP, a copy of their current transcript,
and two sealed letters of recommendation from faculty members. Students
may apply in the second semester of their third year. The application
deadline is April 1.
GPA
Requirements Students in the DMP must maintain grade point averages of
3.4 or better, both cumulatively and in the department.
Requirements
of the DMP Students in the DMP
are required to take 3 hours in the Department as a prerequisite plus
30 hours in the major. These 30 hours must include: 1) At least
l5 hours at the 400 and 500 levels including six credit hours of PLAD
496. 2) Courses to satisfy general departmental distribution rules
for Government or Foreign Affairs majors.
The
DMP Seminar In the fall semester,
members of the DMP will meet regularly (but not weekly) to discuss issues
related to conceptualizing, researching, and writing social-science
theses. A small amount of readings will be assigned to inform that disussion.
In the spring semester. members of the DMP will present their preliminary
hypotheses and findings to the seminar.
The
DMP Thesis Students in the DMP
are required to write a thesis of high quality, earning six credits,
during the fourth year. The thesis course, PLAD 496, is a year long
course, carrying six credit hours, and graded at the end of the second
semester. Students are responsible for obtaining a faculty member to
serve as their thesis advisor for both semesters of the PLAD 496 course.
Complete first drafts of theses must be submitted by April 1; the final
deadline for completed theses, reflecting all revisions, is the third
week of April, on a date set each year by the director.
Program
Evaluations Students who successfully
complete the requirements of the DMP will be evaluated according to
the following rankings: Distinction, High Distinction, or Highest Distinction.
Evaluations will be based on the following: (l) quality of the thesis,
(2) overall work in major field of study, (3) overall College record.
Faculty thesis readers will forward evaluations to the Department's DMP faculty director, will review the evaluations and students' records, and forward recommendations to the College Committee on Special Programs. Superior theses will be nominated by faculty advisors for the Emmerich-Wright Prize, which is given annually to the outstanding thesis, as determined by a faculty committee. The prize carries a cash award. For more information on the Department's DMP, contact David Waldner 924-6931. Conferences
and Special Activities Students and faculty of the department meet frequently in
informal and off-the-record conferences throughout the session at which
discussions are led by visiting authorities from government, business,
and educational institutions. Speakers of distinction are also brought
to the Grounds by student organizations, including those consisting
primarily of students in the department. When appropriate, field trips
are organized to study the operation of government and international
relations firsthand in nearby Richmond, Washington, and the United Nations.
The Quincy Wright Library (Cabell Hall 211) is the department's special reference collection. It is available to undergraduates as a supplement to their explorations in Alderman and Clemons Libraries. Additional Information For more information, contact Dale Copeland (434) 924-6930, Director of Undergraduate Advising, Department of Politics, 240 Cabell Hall, Charlottesville, VA 22903; (434) 924-3604; www.virginia.edu/govtfa. Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service The Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service was created in 1987 by the merger of the former Institute of Government and portions of the former Tayloe Murphy Institute. With research programs in government, public policy, business and economics, and demographics, the center brings multiple perspectives to the study of Virginia. It assists both state and local governments in the Commonwealth with research into specific issues, management expertise, planning, and social and economic data. The center also sponsors professional education programs for government managers and elected officials, through the Virginia Institute of Government, and it hosts the Virginia Institute of Political Leadership. In all its work, the center aims to apply the University's resources to improving the public life of Virginia. The center employs both work-study students, who serve as office staff, and graduate research assistants, who gain firsthand experience in research and government by participating in center projects. The center's publications program provides a wealth of data on Virginia to supplement course work in political science, economics, history, and sociology. Besides its central offices in Charlottesville, the center maintains a Southwest Virginia office in Wise County and a Richmond office. Center for Governmental Studies The Center for Governmental Studies, founded in 1998 by government professor Larry J. Sabato, maintains a close tie with the department. The center is dedicated to the non-partisan study and development of practical solutions to the problems facing our political system. The center is currently sponsoring a dozen projects and seminars, including the annual National Post Election Conference, the Youth Leadership Initiative, the Governors Project, and studies of the referendum process and non-voting. For more information, contact Larry Sabato or Alexander Theodoridis at (434) 243-8468. Course Descriptions Departmental Seminars Introductory
Seminar in Politics
Open
to first- and second-year students. Only one PLAD seminar per student.
Introduces
the discipline of political science through intensive study of the political
dimensions of a selected topic.
Thesis
for Distinguished Majors Program
Students
must be previously admitted into the department's Distinguished Majors
Program.
American Politics Introduction
to American Politics
Surveys
the fundamentals of American government and politics, systematically
covering the major institutions of our system (the presidency, the Congress,
the courts) as well as the system's essential processes.
Public
Opinion and Political Behavior
Study
of the nature of public opinion and its relationship to politics and
public policy.
Ideas,
Institutions, and Public Policy
Examines
and critically assesses the ideas, institutions, and public policies
that constitute the foundation and have influenced the development of
liberal democracy in the United States.
Mass
Media and American Politics
Examines
the role of mass media in the political process including such topics
as print and broadcast news, media and election campaigns, political
advertising, and media effects on public opinion and political participation.
Judicial
Process and Policy-Making
Prerequisite: PLAP
101 or permission of instructor.
Survey
of empirical and, to a lesser extent, normative questions concerning
actors and institutions in American judicial politics. Topics include
the selection of judges, judicial decision making, the legal profession,
the impact of court decisions, and the role of judges in a democracy.
Political
Parties and Group Politics
Introduces
the roles of parties, interest groups, public opinion, and elections
in democratic government.
President
and Congress
Studies
the political bases, structures, and functions of Congress and the institutionalized
presidency, and their interaction in political leadership and policy
making.
American
Presidency
Prerequisite:
Two courses in PLAP, or instructor permission.
Examines
the power, purposes, and problematics of the presidency as a role of
national leadership in the American and political constitutional system.
While the emphasis is on the modern presidency (1933-present), attention
is given to its historical development.
American
Congress
Prerequisite:
Two courses in PLAP, or instructor permission.
Focuses
on the contemporary organization and workings of the United States Congress.
Emphasizes elections, the committee system, political parties, staff,
and the law-making process, as well as the role of Congress in the national
policy making system.
State
and Local Politics
Prerequisite:
One course in PLAP or instructor permission.
Investigates
the political dynamics of subnational political institutions, parties,
and elections. Includes state parties and elections, intergovernmental
relations and institutional powers, representation and democracy in
federal systems, and subnational policy processes.
Urban
Politics
Prerequisite:
Any course in PLAP, PLCP, or economics.
Analyzes
the structure, politics, and problems of American cities. The meaning
and scope of “"urban crisis" receive extensive attention.
Examines the growing ties between the federal government and cities,
central city-suburban conflict, machine politics, and welfare and housing
policies.
Minority
Group Politics
Prerequisite:
Any course in PLAP or instructor permission.
Examines
the problems and politics of minority groups in the United States. Studies
both the theoretical and practical aspects of minority group politics,
including their comparative experience in the U.S.
Gender
Politics
Prerequisite:
Two social science courses or permission of the instructor.
Examines
the legal and political status of women, and the politics of changes
in that status. How are gender identities forged, and how do they affect
law, public policy, political rhetoric, and political movement? Explores,
more generally, the clash between “"difference" and
"equality" in democratic societies, using gender as a case-study.
Introduction
to Public Administration
Prerequisite: PLAP
101, PLCP 101 or instructor permission.
Studies
the role of public administration in contemporary government, emphasizing
administrative structure, control, and relations with other branches
of government.
Constitutional
Interpretation: Separation of Powers and Federalism
Prerequisite:
Two courses in PLAP or instructor permission.
Studies
the legislative, executive, and judicial branches and the functional
and territorial distribution of powers as reflected by Supreme Court
decisions. Includes the nature of the judicial process. (No CR/NC enrollees.)
Constitutional
Limitations: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights
Prerequisite:
Two courses in PLAP or instructor permission.
Studies
judicial construction and interpretation of civil rights and liberties
reflected by Supreme Court decisions. Includes line-drawing between
rights and obligations. (No CR/ NC enrollees.)
Electoral
Behavior and Political Participation
Prerequisite: PLAP
227.
Surveys
current theories and research on electoral behavior, including political
participation, partisanship, voting behavior, and the impact of electoral
institutions.
Seminar:
Special Topics in American Politics
Prerequisite:
One course in PLAP or instructor permission.
Investigates
a selected issue in American government or American political development.
Political
Analysis
Prerequisite:
One course in PLAP or instructor permission.
Seminar
examining basic issues in the design, execution, analysis, and interpretation
of political research. Familiarizes students with practical tools, such
as quantitative analysis and computing skills, which enable them to
carry out an original research project.
American
Political Leadership
Prerequisite: PLAP
101 or instructor permission.
Studies
the theory and practice of political leadership at the national level
with comparisons to state, local, and foreign government. Includes leadership
in different institutional and policy settings, techniques of leadership,
types of leaders, bargaining among leaders, experience of specific leaders,
and conditions and opportunities of leadership.
Campaigns
and Elections
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Reviews
and analyzes the techniques and technologies of modern American election
campaigns. Enrollment is limited.
The
Politics of the Policy Process
Prerequisite: PLAP
101 or instructor permission.
Analyzes
cross-institutional and inter-level (federal/state/local) public policy
processes. Emphasizes how domestic policy issues are defined and treated
by executive and legislative units, as well as interest group involvement.
Values,
Resources, and Public Policy
Prerequisite:
Any course in PLA, economics, or philosophy, or instructor permission.
Examines
the political, economic, and ethical content of enduring domestic policy
issues.
First
Amendment
Prerequisite: PLAP
382 or fourth-year undergraduate government major.
Examines
the constitutional law of the first amendment from the founding of the
United States to the present. Considers and analyzes Supreme Court decisions
and scholarly works.
Race
and Constitution
Prerequisite: PLAP
381 or 382 or instructor permission.
Examines
the constitutional law of racial discrimination in the United States
from the founding to the present. Considers Supreme Court decisions
and congressional civil rights acts. (No CR/NC enrollees.)
Senior
Thesis
Prerequisite:
Three courses in PLAP and instructor permission.
Supervised
work on a thesis in American politics for especially motivated students.
Sex
Differences: Biology, Culture, Politics and Policy
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
An
exploration of sex and gender differences—in traits such as sexuality,
cognition, nurturance, and aggression—with a consideration of their
causes, significance, and political/policy implications.
Special
Topics in Public Policy or Public Administration
Prerequisite:
Any PLA course or instructor permission.
Intensive
analysis of selected issues in public policy or public administration.
Intergovernmental
Relations
Prerequisite:
Six credits of American Government or fourth-year standing.
Analyzes
the contemporary relations of national, state, and local governments.
Examines urban and metropolitan growth problems and their implications
for public policy and administration in relation to the federal system.
Virginia
Government and Politics
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Analyzes
Virginia government at the state, county, municipal, and special district
levels. Considers legislative, executive, judicial organization, intergovernmental
relations, and structural and political arrangements in the existing
and emerging metropolitan areas. Enrollment is limited.
Organization
Theory and Administrative Behavior
Prerequisite:
Any PLA course or instructor permission.
Studies
the principles of organization from scientific management theory through
contemporary theorists. Explores the relationship of workers and management
to the organization with primary emphasis on government.
Judicial
Policymaking
Prerequisite:
Nine credits in American Government and instructor permission.
Examines
the structure and process of judicial policymaking, focusing on agenda-setting,
deciding cases and opinion writing, implementation, compliance, and
impact. Particular attention is given to the United States Supreme Court
and its relationship to lower federal and state courts and the political
environment.
Administrative
Law and Public Policy
Prerequisite:
Any PLA course or instructor permission.
Examines
the law-politics exchange in the American system of administrative law.
Selected
Problems in American Politics
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Independent
study under faculty supervision, for students who are preparing for
intensive research on a specific topic.
Comparative Politics Introduction
to Comparative Politics
Provides
a basis for understanding and explaining similarities and differences
in the character of political life as observed in different settings.
Issues include the political role of parties and interest groups, management
of political conflict, establishment of legitimate political authority,
and the consequences of federal and unitary systems of government.
The
Politics of Advanced Industrialized Countries
Surveys
politics in industrialized societies including Japan, North America,
and Western Europe. Focuses on the rise of social movements in response
to industrial and social change, the changing bases of political parties
and democratic rule, attempts to manage increasingly international economies,
and prospects for political cooperation and integration.
The
Politics of Developing Areas
Surveys
patterns of government and politics in non-Western political systems.
Topics include political elites, sources of political power, national
integration, economic development, and foreign penetration.
Politics
of Modernity
Introduces
key analytical concepts used by Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Emile Durkeim
in their analysis of how the development of modern society has shaped
the nature of modern politics.
The
Politics of Western Europe
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Europe.
Surveys
recent developments in selected political systems of Western Europe,
as well as the European Union. Emphasizes the impact of political culture
on governmental institutions and political processes.
Political
Economy of Development
Prerequisite: PLIR
205 or instructor permission.
Examines
the political prerequisites (and impediments) to economic development,
focusing on agricultural exporters in the 19th century and manufactured
goods exporters in the 20th century. Draws on empirical material from
North and South American, Europe, Asia and Africa.
Russian
Politics
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Russia.
Analyzes
the political system of the former USSR and Russia from 1917 to the
present. Focuses on evolution of the Soviet state, modernization and
social change, efforts to reform the system, the collapse of the USSR,
as well as the economic and political transformation taking place in
the newly independent states.
Politics
of the Middle East and North Africa
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of the Middle
East.
Introduces
contemporary political systems of the region stretching from Morocco
to Iran.
Chinese
Politics
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or the history of China.
General
introduction to Chinese politics in its societal context. Conveys a
concrete appreciation of China's societal reality and how it interacts
with the political system. Covers China's changing role in Asia and
the world.
Politics
in India and Pakistan
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or study of history and
society in South Asia.
Surveys
political development in India and Pakistan examining the process of
nation-building, the causes of democratization and authoritarian rule,
the development of ethnic and religious conflict, environmental politics,
the political impact of cultural globalization, and gender-related political
issues.
Theories
of Comparative Politics
Prerequisite:
One course in PLCP or instructor permission.
Critical
examination and analysis of basic approaches to the study of political
systems.
Political
Economy of Advanced Industrial Economies
Prerequisite: PLIR
205 or instructor permission.
Examines
how the U. S., Germany, and Japan politically organize their major industries,
and the economic consequences of this regulation. Compares financial
systems, unionization, and firms internal organization, looking at
relations between firms and labor, labor and the state, and firms and
the state.
Democracy
and Dictatorship
Prerequisite:
One course in PLCP or instructor permission.
Surveys
and critically evaluates theories of origins of democratic and authoritarian
governments, and the causes of subsequent transitions to, and away from,
democratic regimes.
Comparative
Public Policy
Investigates
why policies in areas like social welfare, education, and trade differ
across time and across countries in advanced industrialized nations.
Seminar:
Topics in Comparative Politics
Prerequisite:
One course in PLCP or instructor permission.
Intensive
analysis of selected issues and concepts in comparative government.
Senior
Thesis
Prerequisite:
Three courses in PLCP and instructor permission.
Supervised
work on a thesis in comparative politics for especially motivated students.
Comparative
Political Systems of Northern Europe
Prerequisite: PLCP
201, 311 or instructor permission.
Surveys
selected political systems of Northern Europe, such as the British Isles,
the Low Countries, Germany, or Scandinavia.
Comparative
Political Systems of Southern Europe
Prerequisite: PLCP
201, 311 or instructor permission.
Surveys
selected political systems in Southern Europe, such as France, Italy,
Spain, and Portugal.
Political
Development and Developmental Politics
Prerequisite:
One course in PLCP or instructor permission.
Critical
examination and analysis of the basic theories of political development.
Emphasizes development of the modern nation state in Europe and the
Developing World from 1400-2000.
Rational
Choice in Comparative Politics
Prerequisite:
Two courses in PLCP and/or economics, or instructor permission.
Introduces
rational choice theory, one of the most important recent approaches
to studying politics. Addresses the challenge of applying both classic
and newer theories to democratic transitions and constitutions, elections
and voting, coalitions, social movements, and political reform.
Government
and Politics of Western Europe
Prerequisite:
Graduate status or instructor permission.
In-depth
analysis of the institutional structures and policy processes of selected
political systems in Europe today. Focuses on legislatures, political
executives, administrative bureaucracies and their interrelationships
as they effect policymaking and policy implementation.
Comparative
Political Parties
Examines
political parties in a variety of institutional and socioeconomic settings,
focusing on parties in the democratic political systems of Europe, the
United States, and Japan.
Soviet
and Post-Soviet Politics
Prerequisite:
Graduate status or instructor permission.
Studies
the political institutions and processes in the former Soviet Union
and its successor states from 1917 to the present. Focuses on modernization,
social change, changing structures and institutions, political mobilization,
political cultures, nationality issues, and the problems of reform,
system transformation and democratization.
Politics
of Eastern Europe
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Eastern Europe.
Studies
the development of political institutions in Eastern Europe since 1989.
Comparative analysis of the differing paths of development taken by
the East Europe regimes. Includes the history of the region. Examines
the transitions, the development of political parties, economic reforms,
and institutional development, as well as security issues, including
the Yugoslav conflict and the expansion of Western security arrangements
into Eastern Europe.
Politics
of Economic Reform
Prerequisite:
Previous course in PLCP, PLIR, or economics is recommended.
A
wave of economic change has swept across countries from Argentina to
Zimbabwe over the last 15 years. The unfolding of these changes has
been structured by and, in turn, has shaped the politics of the countries
in which they have occurred. Formulates an analytical framework for
understanding the politics of economic reform. Studies cases in Latin
America, Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe.
Politics
of Latin America
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Latin America.
Studies
the constitutional, political, and administrative system of the major
countries of Latin America; the political implications of economic development
and social reform; and nationalist theories of socio-political development.
Political
Parties and Movements in Latin America
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Latin America.
Studies
the origins, activities, and contemporary position of the major political
parties and movements in Latin America and Spain, and their relationship
to economic development, social reform, and the conduct of government
in the principal Latin American states.
Role
of the Military in Latin America
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Latin America.
Studies
the impact of the military on government and society, the conditions
effecting military intervention against constitutional governments,
and the circumstances in which military intervention occurs and is likely
to occur in Latin America and Spain.
Islam
and Democracy in the Middle East
Prerequisite: PLCP
341 or equivalent.
Studies
the prospects for democratic transitions in Middle Eastern states, emphasizing
the role of Islamic political movements.
Politics
of China
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of China.
Studies
the structure and process of the Chinese political system, emphasizing
political culture, socio-economic development and political socialization.
Politics
of Japan
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Japan.
Surveys
contemporary Japanese society and political behavior including such
topics as political culture, interest groups, political parties, parliamentary
democracy, decision-making, and public policy.
Politics
of Vietnam
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Asia.
Comprehensive
introduction to Vietnamese politics, including its domestic political
development and its international relations. Focuses on contemporary
Vietnam, but also considers the historical development of Vietnamese
politics.
Comparative
Science and Technology Policy
Prerequisite:
Graduate status or instructor permission.
Examines
role played by science and technology policy in promoting economic and
social welfare. Emphasizes government efforts to enhance domestic scientific
and technological capabilities. Explores theoretical issues through
a comparison of the development of the computer industry in the United
States, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, and India.
Politics
of Sub-Saharan Africa
Prerequisite:
Some background in comparative politics and/or history of Africa; not
open to students who have taken PLCP 381.
Studies
the government and politics of sub-Saharan Africa. Includes the colonial
experience and the rise of African nationalism; the transition to independence;
the rise and fall of African one-party states; the role of the military
in African politics; the politics of ethnicity, nation- and state-building;
patromonialism and patron-client relations; development problems faced
by African regimes, including relations with external actors; and the
political future of Southern Africa.
Politics
of South Africa
Prerequisite: PLCP
212, PLCP 581 or instructor permission.
Studies
the socio-political structures of white supremacy and the political
transition to majority rule. Emphasizes the confrontation between African
and Afrikaaner nationalisms, the consequences of economic growth on
the patterns of racial stratification, and the complicated process contributing
to the creation of the multi-racial democratic society.
Selected
Problems in Comparative Politics
Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
Independent
study, under faculty supervision, for intensive research on a specific
topic.
International Relations International
Relations
Studies
the geographic, demographic, economic, and ideological factors conditioning
the policies of states, and the methods and institutions of conflict
and adjustment among states, including the functions of power, diplomacy,
international law and organization.
Evolution
of International Relations
Studies
the factors that determine continuity and change in the international
system. Emphasizes periods of conflict and change; case studies range
from the Peloponnesian War to the post-Cold War system.
Foreign
Policies of the Powers
Comparative
analysis of the content and definition of foreign policies of select
states in historical and contemporary periods.
Introduction
to Political Economy
Introduces
core concepts in political economy, including the institutional bases
for states and markets, and the way these interact through the exercise
of exit, voice, and collective action. Empirical material drawn from
the last five centuries.
International
Politics
Prerequisite:
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