By studying English, you will explore the richness of literature and language to help understand, interpret, and appreciate what novels, songs, poems, memoirs, images, films, and new media tell us about our contemporary culture and the social and creative worlds of our past. You will learn from award winning and internationally renowned professors and researchers who will help you discover, think, and see in new ways. You will have access to courses spanning Renaissance, Victorian, Canadian, and Indigenous literature, as well as creative writing, film studies, and new media. Through the Arts Work Experience (AWE), you may be matched with and employer for hands-on, career-building partnerships.

English major provides you with an overview of canonical and alternative literature and critical writing that is at once broad and deep. Their smaller class sizes ensure lively and engaging discussion in the classroom, ready access to professors, and plenty of room to explore and grow. You ll emerge with an appreciation of literature, stronger writing and communications skills, and critical-thinking abilities that will serve you in all aspects of life.