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2025-2026 EDUC 697

Major Project

The major project is a synthesis of research, theory, and practice. Students work under the supervision of an approved supervisor to design, implement and evaluate a project related to their professional field of interest. Such projects may involve an analysis of current educational policy, development of a curriculum product, or an in- depth analysis of extant literature on a particular topic related to the course of study. The main focus of the project is the integration of research and theoretical and practice perspectives to a particular practice, focus or problem.

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 EDUC 698

Thesis I

Students are required to complete a thesis (6 sem. hrs.) that passes an examiner external to the University with expertise in the particular area of the thesis. The thesis must be defended orally before an examination committee. Students may choose their area of research with help from the program director and other faculty. This may occur at any time after their first semester in the program.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 601, (602), and permission
2025-2026 EDUC 698

Thesis I

Students are required to complete a thesis (6 sem. hrs.) that passes an examiner external to the University with expertise in the particular area of the thesis. The thesis must be defended orally before an examination committee. Students may choose their area of research with help from the program director and other faculty. This may occur at any time after their first semester in the program.

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 EDUC 699

Thesis II

Students are required to complete a thesis (6 sem. hrs.) that passes an examiner external to the University with expertise in the particular area of the thesis. The thesis must be defended orally before an examination committee. This is the second phase of the thesis project. Students may choose their area of research with help from the program director and other faculty. This choice may occur at any time after their first semester in the program.

Course Credits: 3
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 601, 602, 698, and permission.
2025-2026 EDUC 699

Thesis II

Students are required to complete a thesis (6 sem. hrs.) that passes an examiner external to the University with expertise in the particular area of the thesis. The thesis must be defended orally before an examination committee. This is the second phase of the thesis project. Students may choose their area of research with help from the program director and other faculty. This choice may occur at any time after their first semester in the program.

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 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. (3- 0; 3-0)
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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. (3- 0 or 3-0)
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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. (3- 0; 3-0)
2025-2026 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
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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. (3-0)
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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. (3-0)
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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. (3-0)
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 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
NB: Strongly recommended for students intending to major in English.
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 ENGL 214

Introduction to English Literature II

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

Course Credits: 3
NB: Strongly recommended for students intending to major in English.
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 ENGL 217

Introduction to Canadian Literature

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

Course Credits: 3
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 317 is taken for credit.
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 ENGL 223

Introduction to American Literature

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

Course Credits: 3
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 323 is taken for credit.
2024-2025 ENGL 231

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): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104.
NB: Either ENGL 231 or 232 is strongly recommended for English majors.
2025-2026 ENGL 231

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
NB: Either ENGL 231 or 232 is strongly recommended for English majors.
2024-2025 ENGL 232

Biblical Backgrounds of English 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): ENGL 103, 104. (3-0; 9-0)
NB: Either ENGL 231 or 232 is strongly recommended for English majors.
2025-2026 ENGL 232

Biblical Backgrounds of English 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
NB: Either ENGL 231 or 232 is strongly recommended for English majors.
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 ENGL 290

Special Topics and 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.
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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
2025-2026 ENGL 308

Writing Poetry

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

Course Credits: 3
2024-2025 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
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 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
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 216 is taken for credit.
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 ENGL 318

Modern Canadian Literature

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

Course Credits: 3
NB: This course may not be taken for credit if ENGL 218 is taken for credit.
2024-2025 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.
2025-2026 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
2024-2025 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.