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THESIS (CW5095)

This course marks the culmination of a student's graduate studies in creative writing. Offered in the last semester of the final year of their studies, this course will guide students as they put together their book-length MFA thesis under the supervision of their mentor. The course will conclude with a final presentation that is open to the public.

TOPICS IN THEATRE (DR1910)

Topics vary by semester

THEATER ARTS (DR2000)

Offers a practical workshop in the art of acting and dramatic expression. Students learn to bring texts to life on stage through a variety of approaches to performance. This course develops valuable analytical skills through play analysis, as well as building confidence in presentation and group communications skills through acting techniques and the rehearsal and performance of play scenes. May be taken twice for credit.

ACTING IN FRENCH (DR2077)

For non-francophones. Aims at improving oral skills, expression, spontaneous production of French using drama and situations closer to reality than usual classroom settings. Thanks to acting techniques, students will learn to use their relationships with the world and others to stimulate their imagination and their own creativity.

TOPICS IN THEATER (DR2091)

Topics vary by semester

SHAKESPEARE IN CONTEXT (DR3038)

Considers a selection of Shakespeare's plays in the context of the dramatist's explorations of the possibilities of theatricality. Examines how theater is represented in his work and how his work lends itself to production in theater and film today. Students view video versions, visit Paris theaters, and travel to London and Stratford-on-Avon to see the Royal Shakespeare Company in performance.

APPLIED STATISTICS I (DS1020)

Introduces the tools of statistical analysis. Combines theory with extensive data collection and computer-assisted laboratory work. Develops an attitude of mind accepting uncertainty and variability as part of problem analysis and decision-making. Topics include: exploratory data analysis and data transformation, hypothesis-testing and the analysis of variance, simple and multiple regression with residual and influence analyses.

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DATA SCIENCE I: METHODS AND CONTEXT (DS1060)

This project-based course introduces data science by looking at the whole cycle of activities involved in data science projects. Students will learn how to think about problems with rigor and creativity, ethically applying data science skills to address those problems. The course project will address the theoretical, mathematical and computational challenges involved in data science.

TOPICS: IN DATA SCIENCE (DS1091)

Topics vary by semester