Certificate in Ethnomusicology
The Certificate in Ethnomusicology provides students with options for studying diverse forms of music or focusing in on particular cultural areas of interest to them. The certificate serves undergraduate students who want a music credential without a full major, and serves the broader public (teachers, arts administrators, cultural tourism entrepreneurs, community members) who want to develop their musical and cultural competence through university study. Through careful degree planning, the 24 credits of the certificate can form a part of BA, BACS and BBA degrees, or it can be pursued as a standalone credential.
Students wishing to earn the Certificate in Ethnomusicology must take a minimum of twenty-four (24) credits as follows:
Complete 12 Core Credits:
- MUSI 1101 Experiencing Music (3 credits)
- MUSI 2101 Music and Culture (3 credits)
- MUSI 3101 Musics of the World (3 credits)
- MUSI 3801 Directed Study in Musicology (3 credits)
MUSI 3801 requires a special arrangement between an individual student and a professor, endorsed by the Dean, to cover a topic unavailable in the regular course offerings. See department chair for details.
Complete a minimum of 12 MUSI electives from available MUSI courses.
Students taking the Certificate in Ethnomusicology should consult annually with a faculty member in the department before choosing courses for the coming year. Applied music courses (fiddle courses; ensembles) cannot exceed 33% of credits for a music credential.
Certificate in Theatre Arts
The Certificate in Theatre Arts combines the study of dramatic literature with practical theatre training. All the courses associated with the certificate are accredited and can be applied toward a Bachelor of Arts or another relevant degree at CBU. The program has been designed to serve undergraduate students at CBU, as well as members of the general public – teachers, adult educators, community theatre workers, arts administrators, cultural tourism officers – who want to develop their knowledge of theatre by studying in a university setting. Careful degree planning can support earning the Certificate through electives and core courses in most BA and some BACS programs, and the program can also be taken on its own. Students in other Schools are advised to consult with the department chair to confirm the feasibility of the Certificate within their chosen program.
Complete 6 Credits
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DRAM1101 |
Play Production (3 cr) |
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DRAM3901 |
Drama Practicum (3 cr) chosen in consultation with department chair, prior to the student’s final year in the program. |
Complete 6 Credits, Dramatic Literature (note the prerequisite; 6 credits of 1000 level English
ENGL2241 Shakespeare (3 cr)
ENGL2606 Dramatic Literature by Women I (3 cr)
ENGL2607 Dramatic Literature by Women II ( 3cr)
ENGL2642 A Survey of the Drama (6 cr)
ENGL3122 Medieval Drama (3 cr)
ENGL3241/ENGL3243 Renaissance Drama I & II ( 3 cr each)
ENGL3301 Romantic Drama (3 cr)
ENGL3303 Victorian Drama (3 cr)
ENGL3320 Restoration and Eighteenth Century Drama (6cr)
ENGL3406 Canadian Drama (3)
ENGL3407 Dramatizing Ireland: Plays from 1950 – Present (3 cr)
ENGL3441 Modern American Drama (3 cr)
ENGL4240 Studies in Shakespeare (6cr)
ENGL 4404 Indigenous Drama in Canada (3 cr)
ENGL2701/3701/4701 can be used in this category when the special topic is focused on Dramatic Literature.
Complete 12 Credits Theatrical Practice (Choose four, all courses listed below are 3 credits)
DRAM2101 An Introduction to Acting
DRAM2151 Voice Production
DRAM2201 Introduction to Theatre Directing
DRAM2203 Theatre for Children
DRAM2204 Improvisational Theatre
DRAM2205 Applied Theatre
DRAM2621 / ENGL2624 Playwriting I
DRAM2623 / ENGL2625 Playwriting II
DRAM3101 Movement for the Theatre
DRAM3103 Voice for the Theatre
DRAM3104 Stagecraft
DRAM3105 Stage Management for the Theatre
DRAM3106 Acting II
DRAM3107 Collective Creation and Devising
DRAM3108 Arts Management in the Creative Economy
DRAM4100 Advanced Topics in Applied Theatre
DRAM4101 Site Specific and Environmental Theatre
DRAM2701/3701/4701 can be used in this category when the special topic is focused on theatrical practice.
Certificate in Social Research
This program teaches research methods for studying human social behaviour, social organization and culture. Students will get training and practice in a broad range of social research skills, which are much in demand in today’s work world. Two groups will find it especially useful. First, students can earn the certificate while studying for a CBU degree. (The program fits easily into a BA, BACS or BBA program with no need to take extra courses.) Second, people already in a career can upgrade their research skills or prepare themselves for a career transition by doing this certificate as a stand-alone program. Detailed information is available from the Department of Anthropology & Sociology, through the department chair.
The certificate is composed of 30 credits:
- 6 credits – ANTH1101 or ANTH1103 or ANTH1104 and SOCO1301 Intro to Anthropology & Sociology
- 6 credits – AN/S2210 Qualitative Research
- 6 credits – AN/S2212 Quantitative Research
- 6 credits – Elective(s) in AN/S, ANTH, &/or SOCO above 1000-level
- 6 credits Research course(s) from among: Methods of Applied Social Research (AN/S3230), or Directed Study (AN/S3800, AN/S3801/AN/S3803, AN/S4811/AN/S4813, AN/S4801), or Senior Thesis in AN/S4900 or ANTH4900 or SOCO4900.
Note: For this certificate, the Directed Study or Thesis must centre on original empirical research conducted by the student.
This certificate signals a recipient’s special competence in social-science research. Thus, the following special grade standards will apply:
Average grade of 65% or more across the whole set of 30 credits that the student offers in fulfilment of the certification requirements
A minimum grade of 65% in each of AN/S2210, AN/S2212 and the advanced research-oriented course(s) listed in item five, above
A minimum grade of 70% in at least one of the two core methods courses (AN/S2210 or AN/S2212), or in the advanced research-oriented course(s) (item five, above).
Certificate in Quantitative and Qualitative Psychology Research Methods
This certificate program provides a comprehensive opportunity to document learning about quantitative and qualitative research methods in psychology. These research methods can be applied in various fields such as business, nursing, education, and other disciplines. This certificate is only open to students currently in a degree program, and is awarded only in conjunction with a degree. Detailed information is available from the Department of Psychology, through the department chair.
Criteria to earn the certificate:
1. Not a standalone certificate – may only be earned as part of a 120 credit Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies (BACS) Psychology.
2. Included in the degree program would be 18-credits core to the certificate:
- PSYC-1101 Introduction to Psychology as a Natural Science
- PSYC-1103 Introduction to Psychology as a Social Science
- PSYC-2101 Data Analysis
- PSYC-2111 Research Methods in Psychology
- PSYC-3101 Research Practicum in Psychology
- PSYC-3103 Qualitative Methods in Psychology
- Average grade of 75% or higher across PSYC-2101, PSYC-2111, PSYC-3101 and PSYC-3103.
3. Original Research Requirement:
a. Option 1 PSYC-4900 Honours Seminar and Thesis (6cr) OR
b. Option 2 (with prior approval from the Psychology Department), PSYC-4800 or PSYC-4801, Directed Study, 3 or 6 credits.
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c. 120 hours minimum paid or volunteer research assistant in original research (must have prior approval of Psychology Department).
Certificate in Bioethics and Health
The Certificate in Bioethics and Health at CBU appears on your transcript as a formal recognition of your education and training in critical thinking and moral reasoning skills. Learn from qualified experts in the fields of philosophy, sport and activity leadership, anthropology/sociology, psychology, communications and more, to become a well-rounded student ready to engage in analysis and critique of health practices. By examining connections between health and spirituality, Indigenous health and community-based healing practices, our students will broaden their horizons, preparing you for a future in social work, journalism, healthcare administration and management, law and more.
This certificate is only open to students currently in a degree program and is awarded only in conjunction with a degree. All CBU degree’s are eligible for this option.
No separate application form is necessary; students can take eligible courses for the certificate anytime throughout their studies. Upon applying to gradate, students should indicate on their application that they intend to graduate with the Bioethics and Health Certificate in addition to their regular degree program and have completed at least 18 credits as defined below:
Please contact the Dean of your program or your Academic Advisor if you have any questions.
| PHIL-2111 Biomedical Ethics |
| PHIL-2125 Death and Dying: Dying and Values |
| PHIL-2127 Death and Dying: Death, Healing and Ageing |
| ENGL-1109 Reading and Writing about Science |
| SPAL-3107 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries |
| PHIL-2129 Spirituality and Health |
| PHIL-2131 Religion and Health |
| NUTR-1101 Community Nutrition |
| SPAL-2107 Sport Nutrition |
| COMM-3139 Issues in Health Communication |
| AN/S-2207 Thinking about Health and Illness |
| AN/S-2208 Practicing Well-being and Healing |
| PSYC-2504 Aboriginal Psychology: Indigenous Mental Health and Healing |
| SPAL-3108 Community Health and Physical Activity |
Certificate in Mental Health Promotion and Protection
This certificate is awarded in conjunction with an existing degree at Cape Breton University.
It is designed to increase awareness of common mental health issues, develop knowledge and skills to promote and protect mental wellness, increase confidence in talking about mental health, and help create a community of caring, all while earning your degree.
This certificate is aimed at developing mental health advocates, and as such is focused on promoting and protecting mental wellness across the life span. The graduate will gain knowledge and practical skills to enhance individuals’ ability to work through adversity and challenges, and to manage stress in ways that promote and protect good mental health. The graduate will increase their knowledge and awareness of common mental health problems and of mental health support services in their community. In addition, the graduate will gain confidence in having conversations about mental health, and learn helpful strategies to encourage individuals to seek mental health support when appropriate.
Program Requirements: 18 credits
Required: 12 credits
3 credits – PSYC-2503: Foundations in Abnormal Psychology
3 credits – PSYC-3303: Positive Psychology
3 credits – PSYC-3304: Community Psychology
3 credits – PSYC-3504: Applied Mental Health Support
Electives: Choose 6 credits from the following:
3 credits – AN/S-2206: Everyday Encounters and Emergent Realities
3 credits – AN/S-2207: Thinking about Health & Illness
3 credits – PSYC-2251: Drugs and Behaviour
3 credits – PSYC-2253: Health Psychology
3 credits – PSYC-2504: Indigenous People’s Psychology
3 credits – PSYC-2601: Child Development
3 credits – PSYC-2603: Adolescent and Adult Development
3 credits – PSYC-2605: Gerontology
3 credits – AN/S-3215: Negotiating Selves and Social Identities
3 credits – AN/S-3216/POLS-3216: Bldg. Resilient Communities
3 credits – PSYC-3501: Abnormal Psychology
3 credits – PSYC-3651: Human Sexuality
3 credits – PSYC-4504: Topics in Mental Health
Additional Requirements
Mental Health Promotion
Students must have experience with presenting on mental wellness issues in a public forum at least three (3) times. This provision will be interpreted in light of the opportunities available to present on mental wellness issues. For an oral or poster presentation to satisfy this requirement, the student must be the actual presenter or co-presenter.
Examples of qualifying presentations include:
- In community presentation (open meeting, CBC…)
- Informative display (video, infographic …)
- Academic presentations (conference poster or oral presentation…)
Presenting as part of a course will not satisfy this requirement, unless that presentation was open to the public (not just to members of the class).
Engagement
20 hours combined from the following:
- Appropriate work or volunteer on campus (e.g. Peer Supporter, Women’s Centre, Pride and Allies Centre)
- Appropriate work or volunteer in community (e.g. YMCA, Glace Bay Town House, Whitney Pier Youth Club).
The Career Services unit will be instrumental in helping a student find the required opportunities and document the experience (see appendix).
Students are assigned to a faculty member who follows the students and meets on a regular basis for a debrief and to reinforce the learning goals of the placement. Students are encouraged to write appropriate learning goals at the beginning of the placement to ensure the focus of their time relates to some aspect of the certificate. A faculty member could follow a group of students and meet with them as a group – this way the students share and learn from each other’s experience.
Notes:
The certificate will be adjudicated by the four-member Mental Health Supporter Committee (MHSC). The MHSC will be established annually by the Dept. of Psychology. The committee will consist of two faculty members of the Department, and one from either the departments of L’nu, Political and Social Studies, Nursing or Psychology. The fourth member will come from the community and must have mental health counselling experience (e.g., MSW, Masters in Clinical Psychology, or MA/MEd in Counselling with a Nova Scotia registered counselling therapist designation, minimum).
Appendix:
Career Services can be of assistance in helping students to secure a 20-hour volunteer placement via the following:
- Work together with faculty to provide students with a placement which will allow the student to supplement their learning with hands-on community-based experience.
- Workshops providing information in the areas of professional development, job search and resume preparation, all geared towards how to approach potential organizations and succeed during placement, if required.
- Meet with students one-on-one to discuss volunteer-related goals and expected outcomes and to review required process and related documentation. It is important to note that as with all Work Integrated Learning programs, staff will provide necessary tools to students so that they can secure their placement. Once equipped with tools, the student is responsible for securing the placement. Career Services staff and faculty can intervene, if necessary.
- Perform site visits mid-way through the placement.
- Work with the organization to complete final evaluation.
- Provide documents such as Learning Contracts, Site Visit forms, Evaluations, Risk Assessment documents and any other relevant materials.
Certificate of Proficiency in French Language
Regulations
Beginners level – A2
The French Certificate – Beginners A2 level consists of 12 credits. Students must complete:
- FRNC-1100 – Introductory French I (6 credits) or FRNC-1100A-1 (3 credits) + FRNC-1100B-1 (3 credits) or FRNC-1100A-2 (3 credits) + FRNC-1100B-2 (3 credits)
- FRNC-1102 – Introductory French II (6 credits) or FRNC-1102A (3 credits) + FRNC-1102B (3 credits)
Intermediate level – B2
The French Certificate – Intermediate B2 level consists of 18 credits in language acquisition courses at the 2000 level. Students should choose from
- FRNC-2101 – Communication orale et écrite I (3 credits)
- FRNC-2103 – Communication orale et écrite II (3 credits)
- FRNC-2108 – Français intermédiaire I (3 credits)
- FRNC-2109 – Français intermédiaire II (3 credits)
- FRNC-2200 – Le Français parlé au bureau (6 credits)
- FRNC-2204 – Conversation (3 credits)
- FRNC-2205 – Rédaction (3 credits)
- FRNC-2206 – Grammaire intensive et communicative (3 credits)
- FRNC-2207- Phonétique pratique et théorique (3 credits)
Advanced level – C1
The French Certificate – Advanced level – C1 consists of 18 credits in language acquisition courses at the 3000 level. Students must complete
- FRNC 3103 Stylistique comparée et traduction (3 credits)
- FRNC 3104 Français des affaires (3 credits)
- FRNC 3108 Conversation avancée (3 credits)
- FRNC 3109 Réaction, Vocabulaire et Style (3 credits)
- FRNC 3301 Pragmatique et communication interculturelle (3 credits)
- FRNC 3324 Cinéma français et francophone (3 credits)