COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts sample course schedule at Cape Breton University offers students a well-rounded foundation in arts, humanities, and social sciences through two diverse semesters. In the first semester, students typically take ENGL-1109: Reading and Writing About Science, which focuses on analytical and writing skills through the lens of scientific topics, and HIST-1101: Ascent of Humankind I, a historical survey tracing the evolution of human societies and civilizations. POLS-1101: Politics, Law and Social Justice: Canadian Perspectives introduces students to Canada's political systems and social justice issues. COMM-1103: Introduction to Interpersonal Communication develops communication strategies in personal and professional contexts, while PSYC-1101: Psychology as a Natural Science provides an introduction to psychological principles with an emphasis on biological and cognitive processes. In the second semester, students continue broadening their perspectives with ENGL-1107: Reading and Writing About Media and Culture, a course centered on media literacy and cultural analysis through writing. PHIL-1103: Critical Thinking strengthens students’ reasoning and argumentation abilities, essential for all academic disciplines. SOCO-1301: Introduction to Sociology explores fundamental sociological concepts and the structure of society. DRAM-1101: Play Production offers practical experience in theatrical performance and production, fostering creativity and teamwork. PSYC-1103: Psychology as a Human Science complements the first semester psychology course by emphasizing humanistic and social approaches to psychological theory and research. This curriculum is designed to build a diverse and adaptable academic foundation, encouraging students to think critically, communicate effectively, and appreciate a wide range of intellectual traditions. It also prepares them for more focused study in their chosen major or specialization in subsequent years of the BA program, while allowing them to explore different disciplines that contribute to personal and academic growth.