BA English Concentration
Regulations effective September 1, 2013.
As a student in Athabasca University’s English program, you will read a wide range of works from diverse genres, countries, and historical periods, analyze forms, styles, and ideas in terms of a variety of literary theories, from feminist to postcolonial. You will exercise and develop skills in critical thinking, interpretation, and writing.
To achieve a balanced concentration in English, students should select courses to cover British, Canadian, and American literature, and the major literary genres and historical periods, as well as a theory course.
Athabasca University has developed program learning outcomes that describe the career options that may be available to you upon graduating.
Did you know? Athabasca University also offers:
- four-year BA English Major
- Minor in English (optional)
For specific degree requirements view each program page.
Requirements in addition to the general program requirements for the 3-year BA with Concentration:
- A minimum of 36 credits in English courses including a minimum of 24 senior (300 or 400) level credits.
- 6 junior (200) level English credits.
Electives
Select all courses labelled ENGL, except all 100-level English courses. These courses will not count towards the concentration in English.
To select a balanced concentration in English, students should select courses to cover British, Canadian, and American literature; the major literary genres, historical periods, and theory.
Information effective Sept. 1, 2013 to Dec. 31, 2013.
Updated January 03, 2014
Related Links
- General Regulations
- University Certificate in English Language Studies
- Program website
- Transfer Credit Services
- Archived Program Regulations