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Year Course ID Course
2026-2027 EMS 911

Leadership & Organizations

Surveys and analyzes contemporary issues in developing and leading healthy organizations. Participants will engage in theological reflection regarding potential contributions from the field of organizational development in leadership of organizations. Topics include organizational design; innovation; diagnosing and facilitating healthy organizational change; team building; collaborative leadership; leadership development and succession strategies; and the development of vision, mission and values using large group intervention strategies.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 912

Adult Learning Foundations

Critically examines selected adult education theories and perspectives in light of the teaching of Scripture and consider their application to the Christian adult educator's philosophy of educational ministry and practice. Topics include adult development, experiential education, critical educational theory, global models of adult learning, and transformational learning.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 913

Foundations: Social Sciences

Through critical reflection based on sound biblical interpretation, investigates the psychological and sociological underpinnings of educational theory and practice. Topics include major psychological and sociological theories; primary issues of educational psychology and sociology; and implications for contextualized teaching, learning, and educational practice.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 914

Christian Formation of the Educator

Integrates God's sovereignty and redemptive work within educational ministry. Participants will address the implications of this revealed truth for life and educational ministry by examining Biblical, theological, historical, and contemporary resources. Topics include image-bearing agency, vocational stewardship, worldview formation, and theologically shaped education.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 915

Foundations: History & Philosophy

Through critical reflection based on sound biblical interpretation, investigates the historical and philosophical underpinnings of educational theory and practice. Participants will explore historic and contemporary philosophical streams from major western and non-western resources. Topics include key philosophers and educational theorists; primary issues of educational philosophy; and implications for contextualized teaching, learning, and educational practice.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 916

Higher Education Administration

Examines the basic elements of academic administration: faculty resources, student affairs, finance and budget, board and presidential roles, library services, development and public relations. Particular application is made to Christian higher education institutions and to administrative relationships with parent organizations.

Course Credits: 2
2026-2027 EMS 917

Teaching in Higher Education

Through critical reflection based on sound biblical interpretation, examines the core elements of transformative learning theory and practice. Topics include critical reflection and the mind of Christ; personal and social change dynamics; whole person domain teaching and learning; and cultivating gospel healthy learning climates.

Course Credits: 2
2026-2027 EMS 925

Professional Development Practicum

Provides doctoral students with the opportunity to design, conduct, and evaluate a supervised professional development activity that integrates academic expertise, vocational calling, and ministry practice. Activities may include teaching, consulting, curriculum development, coaching, pastoral ministry, grant writing, or other approved engagements. Students may propose Trinity-related or external opportunities, and must initiate planning conversations with their program director prior to the practicum semester. Each unit represents approximately 35–40 hours of invested work and may be repeated for credit up to a total of 2 units. Credit/No Credit.

Course Credits: 0
2026-2027 EMS 941

Research 1: Literature & Design

Explores how to conduct systematic literature reviews of the social science research literature that serve as a theoretical framework for research design. Linkages will be made primarily from sociology, anthropology, psychology, business management, and education to the participants' present research interests.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 942

Research 2: Qualitative Research

Prepares participants to design and conduct fieldwork research in both Christian education and mission communities. Observation techniques and in-depth interviewing are the primary inquiry skills learned in order to discover the individual's perspective. Particular attention is given to the processes of gathering, recording, coding, and analyzing data in order to report rich descriptive findings and conclusions supported by the data. How qualitative research methodology is used to generate "grounded theory" is also examined.

Course Credits: 3
2026-2027 EMS 975

Comprehensive Exam Prep

Facilitates student preparation for the comprehensive examination in their discipline. Students review and synthesize core disciplinary literature, theories and methods, while preparing to demonstrate their readiness for dissertation research.

Course Credits: 0
2026-2027 EMS 990

Dissertation Proposal Prep

An independent study for students to research a topic of study and prepare a proposal for their dissertation project. PhD/EMS students may repeat this course twice for 3 sem. hrs. total.

Course Credits: 0
2026-2027 EMS 991

Dissertation Research

Students write a dissertation which embodies the results of their original research and makes a genuine contribution to knowledge in the field of concentration.

Course Credits: 0
2026-2027 EMS 992

Dissertation Extension

Permits students who have completed all required dissertation credits to work toward the completion of their dissertation.

Course Credits: 0
2026-2027 ENGL 101

Introduction to Writing

This course guides students through the writing and research tasks of the university classroom in order to equip them with confidence and the ability to write in a variety of academic genres, including the research paper. Students expand critical thinking skills through reading and writing cognitively complex arguments while also exploring academic voice, style, and vocabulary.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRTG 100 or 101 unless exempt at point of admission to the University
2026-2027 ENGL 102

Introduction to World Literature

An introductory study of world literature in English, composed in a variety of cultures, to cultivate skills in literary interpretation, scholarly research, textual analysis, and academic writing and documentation. Students will focus on the conventions of poetry and prose in order to interpret these works critically while interacting thoughtfully with themes presented therein. Students will continue to develop their academic prose, with attention to improving foundational grammar, diction, phrasing, organization, and argument-building in the genre of the essay.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRTG 100 or 101 unless exempt at point of admission to the University
2026-2027 ENGL 103

Introduction to Fiction

An introductory study of fiction with the purpose of cultivating skills in literary interpretation, scholarly research, textual analysis, and academic writing and documentation. Students will focus on the distinctive conventions of fiction in order to interpret these works critically, while interacting thoughtfully with themes presented therein. Students will continue to develop their academic prose, with attention to improving foundational grammar, diction, phrasing, organization, and argument-building in the genre of the essay.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRTG 100 or 101 unless exempt at point of admission to the University
2026-2027 ENGL 104

Introduction to Poetry & Drama

An advanced study of poetry and drama with the purpose of cultivating skills in literary interpretation, scholarly research, textual analysis, and academic writing and documentation. Students will focus on the distinctive conventions of the genres of poetry and drama in order to interpret these works critically while interacting thoughtfully with themes presented therein. Students will continue to develop their academic prose, with attention to advanced grammar, diction, phrasing, organization, and argument-building in the genre of the essay.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 103
2026-2027 ENGL 105

Fiction in a Catholic Context

An introductory study of Catholic fiction, with the purpose of understanding Catholic literature and cultivating skills in scholarly research, textual analysis, and academic writing and documentation. Such skills are fostered by closely reading and analyzing works of short fiction and the novel by accomplished prose stylists. Students focus on the distinctive conventions of fiction in order to interpret these works critically, while interacting thoughtfully with Catholic themes presented therein; there is a particular focus on analyzing and making use of narrative strategies and rhetorical tools. Students continue to develop their academic prose, with attention to improving foundational grammar, diction, phrasing, organization, and argument-building in the thesis-driven essay.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): WRTG 100 or 101 unless exempt at point of admission to the University.
NB: ENGL 105 is the Catholic Formation Track equivalent of ENGL 103 and may not be taken for credit in addition to ENGL 103.
2026-2027 ENGL 106

Poetry & Drama in Catholic Context

An advanced study of poetry and drama with the purpose of understanding Catholic literature and cultivating skills in scholarly research, textual analysis, and academic writing and documentation. Such skills are fostered by closely reading and analyzing poems and plays by accomplished writers. Students focus on the distinctive conventions of the genres of poetry and drama in order to interpret these works critically, while interacting thoughtfully with themes presented therein; there is a particular focus on analyzing and making use of effective patterns of language, lyrical and theatrical presentation, and figures of speech. Students continue to develop their academic prose, with attention to advanced grammar, diction, phrasing, organization and argument-building in the thesis-driven essay.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 105.
NB: ENGL 106 is the Catholic Formation Track equivalent of ENGL 104 and may not be taken for credit in addition to ENGL 104.
2026-2027 ENGL 130

Becoming a Writing Tutor

Practical study and guided research in writing tutoring and English language pedagogy. Students will investigate complex academic writing techniques and learn to apply them in professional contexts.

Course Credits: 1
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
2026-2027 ENGL 207

Introduction to Creative Writing

A seminar in the techniques of imaginative writing and in the development of a critical appreciation of the art of writing in its varied forms. This course focuses on free verse poetry, flash fiction, the short story, and short dramatic works.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
2026-2027 ENGL 208

Introduction to Creative Writing

A seminar in the techniques of imaginative writing and in the development of a critical appreciation of the art of writing in its varied forms. This course focuses on formal verse poetry, the longer short story and the novel, plus full-length dramatic works.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
2026-2027 ENGL 210

Introduction to Literary Studies

An introduction to the field of literary studies in English. Students will build foundational knowledge of the history of literary studies in English; continue to implement specific skills of writing, research, and citation that are essential to literary study; and evaluate and apply a variety of critical and theoretical approaches to literary texts.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
2026-2027 ENGL 213

Introduction to English Literature I

An introductory survey of English literature from the medieval period to the early eighteenth century.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
NB: Strongly recommended for students intending to major in English.
2026-2027 ENGL 214

Introduction to English Literature II

An introductory survey of English literature from the nineteenth-century to the present.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
NB: Strongly recommended for students intending to major in English.
2026-2027 ENGL 217

Introduction to Canadian Literature

An introductory survey of Canadian literature from its origins to the present.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 317 is taken for credit.
2026-2027 ENGL 223

Introduction to American Literature

An introductory survey of American literature from its origins to the present.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 323 is taken for credit.
2026-2027 ENGL 290

Special Topics & Themes in English Literature

An intensive study of literature focusing on one particular topic or theme, allowing students to explore literary works across time periods and in different genres that address areas of interest in their liberal arts studies.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 103, 104
2026-2027 ENGL 304

Literature in Performance

An interdisciplinary synthesis of studies in literature and the performing arts, with emphasis on literary texts set to music. Within the discipline of literary studies, students will employ a range of theoretical perspectives and methods to analyze texts from variety of genres and contexts based on close reading, critical writing, and discussion, in conjunction with analyzing the practical and aesthetic elements of music. Students will compare literary and musical disciplinary approaches to literary/aesthetic concepts and devices as part of evaluating the aesthetics of performing literary texts.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 306

Writing Fiction for Children

An advanced study and application of the tradition and craft of writing children's stories and fairy tales

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 207 or 208
2026-2027 ENGL 307

Writing a Literary Novel

An advanced study and application of the strategies and techniques involved in writing a literary novel.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 207 or 208
2026-2027 ENGL 308

Writing Poetry

An advanced study and application of poetic form and content, focusing on evaluating and producing literary poetry.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 207 or 208
2026-2027 ENGL 310

Writing Creative Nonfiction

An advanced study in the reading and writing of literary nonfiction, known as the “fourth genre”: topics may include biography, memoir, spiritual autobiography, and/or other personal nonfiction genres.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 207 or 208
2026-2027 ENGL 316

Poetry in the Twentieth Century

A study of poetry, its forms, conventions, and innovations in its development during the twentieth century, with particular representation from the American tradition.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 216 is taken for credit.
2026-2027 ENGL 318

Modern Canadian Literature

A study of representative works of modern Canadian poetry, fiction, and drama.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 218 is taken for credit.
2026-2027 ENGL 331

Classical Backgrounds of Literature

Readings in Greek and Roman mythology, epic poetry, and short poetry with attention to the cultural and literary context of these works of literature, including the literary construction of gender. This course includes the study of selected works of English literature that have been influenced by the Greek and Roman literary tradition.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of ENGL, or third-year standing.
Cross-listed: GNDR 331.
2026-2027 ENGL 332

Biblical Backgrounds of Literature

Readings in the various genres of Biblical literature with attention to the cultural and literary context of these works. This course includes the study of selected works of English literature that have been influenced by the Biblical literary tradition.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of ENGL, or third-year standing.
2026-2027 ENGL 334

European Literature in Translation

A survey of European literary classics in translation, examining these works in their historical and cultural contexts.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 340

Indigenous Literatures

Introduces the burgeoning field of Indigenous literary studies, with a focus on literature written by Canadian Indigenous and Métis authors, poets, and playwrights. Applying “First Peoples Principles of Learning”, students will discuss, experience, examine, and write about several genres, including oral traditions, poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction. Through literature and language, students will explore the key themes of local knowledge and place, respect, resilience, and trust.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of English, and third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 348

World Drama

This survey course of the dramatic literature of the past 2500 years begins with the Greek and Roman classic drama and principal Asian drama. It then examines the Christian drama of the Middle Ages, the Renaissance neoclassical drama of the early modern period, and the 18th century antecedents to the realistic drama of the 19th century. Students also explore the modern drama of the 20th century, and the global contemporary international drama of the 21st century. This is a reading and discussion course that requires students to read major plays and attend live performances of world dramatic masterpieces being performed at local theatres.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
Cross-listed: THTR 348
2026-2027 ENGL 351

Shakespeare I

An intensive study of selected works by William Shakespeare situated in their Elizabethan and Jacobean contexts. Works studied may include: Venus and Adonis, the history play Richard III, the comedy The Merchant of Venice, the tragedies Titus Andronicus, Hamlet, and Antony and Cleopatra, and the romances The Winter’s Tale and The Tempest.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
NB: No overlap with ENGL 352.
Cross-listed: THTR 341
2026-2027 ENGL 352

Shakespeare II

An intensive study of selected works by William Shakespeare situated in their Elizabethan and Jacobean contexts. Works studied may include selected sonnets, the comedies The Comedy of Errors, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and As You Like It, the problem play Measure for Measure, the tragedies King Lear and Macbeth, and the romance Cymbeline.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
NB: No overlap with ENGL 351.
Cross-listed: THTR 342
2026-2027 ENGL 371

The Nineteenth-Century Novel

A study of representative novels from nineteenth century Britain.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 372

Romantic Poetry & Poetics

A study of the poetry created by the authors grouped under the term “Romantic.” Students will consider both the poetry and critical theories of these influential authors.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 382

Modern British Literature

A study of representative works in British fiction and poetry that have been most influential in shaping and reflecting twentieth-century sensibilities and imaginations.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 384

Contemporary Canadian Fiction

A study of representative works of contemporary Canadian fiction and the development of the postmodern, and post-colonial, and post-national novel.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 390

Individual Authors & Literary Themes

Designed to give students the opportunity to study the works of significant writers while also providing opportunities for engagement with thematic concerns and special topics in literary studies. Note: Students may take more than one version of this course.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 391

Children's Literature

A survey of children’s literature from the sixteenth century to the present, examining representative texts and changing attitudes towards children and their books.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
2026-2027 ENGL 392

Fantasy Literature

A study of the genre of fantasy literature, including some early works (such as Beowulf and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight) that shaped the imagination of creators of modern fantasy such as C. S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkien.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing