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Course ID
Course
ENGL 208
ENGL 208
Introduction to Creative Writing
Course Credits: 3
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.
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
ENGL 210
ENGL 210
Introduction to Literary Studies
Course Credits: 3
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.
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
ENGL 213
ENGL 213
Introduction to English Literature I
Course Credits: 3
An introductory survey of English literature from the medieval period to the early eighteenth century.
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
NB: Strongly recommended for students intending to major in English.
ENGL 214
ENGL 214
Introduction to English Literature II
Course Credits: 3
An introductory survey of English literature from the nineteenth-century to the present.
Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. from ENGL 102, 103, or 104
NB: Strongly recommended for students intending to major in English.
ENGL 217
ENGL 217
Introduction to Canadian Literature
Course Credits: 3
An introductory survey of Canadian literature from its origins to the present.
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.
ENGL 223
ENGL 223
Introduction to American Literature
Course Credits: 3
An introductory survey of American literature from its origins to the present.
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.
ENGL 290
ENGL 290
Special Topics & Themes in English Literature
Course Credits: 3
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.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 103, 104
ENGL 304
ENGL 304
Literature in Performance
Course Credits: 3
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.
Prerequisite(s): 9 sem. hrs. of English or third-year standing
ENGL 306
ENGL 306
Writing Fiction for Children
Course Credits: 3
An advanced study and application of the tradition and craft of writing children's stories and fairy tales