English

The prerequisite for upper level courses in English is 3 term-courses of English at the lower level, unless special permission is obtained from the instructor.

NOTE: See the beginning of Section F for abbreviations, course numbers and coding.

ENGL1001Introduction to the Study of Literature3 ch (3C) [W]

An introduction to the principles of literary analysis. 

ENGL2001Introduction to Poetry3 ch (3C) [W]

An introduction to poetic forms, language and theme within a historical context. Students will be encouraged to participate in the critical analysis of the poems in the course. There will be a special emphasis on written assignments.

ENGL2002Introduction to Drama3 ch (3C) [W]

Introduces dramatic genres, language, theoretical approaches and staging within a historical context. Note: this is a course in reading drama and not in acting. There will be a special emphasis on written assignments.

ENGL2003Introduction to Prose3 ch (3C) [W]

An introduction to the critical analysis of prose - short stories, novellas, novels – within a historical context. There will be a special emphasis on written assignments. 

ENGL2004Special Topics in English Literature3 ch [W]
This course focuses on specialized areas of interest in or specific authors of English.
ENGL2101Literature in English I3 ch (3C) [W]

A survey of literature in English to the end of the 18th century.

ENGL2102Literature in English II3 ch (3C) [W]

A survey of literature in English from 1800 to the present.

ENGL3009Studies in Medieval Literature3 ch (3C)[W]
A study of selected texts from the 5th to the 15th centuries CE in Britain.
ENGL3104Shakespeare and Pedagogy3 ch (3C) [W]
This course will study various pedagological approaches for up to three Shakespeare plays frequently taught at the high school level. NOTE: The prerequisite for upper level courses in English is 3 term-courses of English at the lower level, or unless special permission is obtained from the instructor.
ENGL3105Shakespeare's Earlier Plays3 ch (3C) [W]

This course is a study of a selection of Shakespeare's earlier plays (pre-1600) in context. This course will also examine early theatres, genre, and possible dramatizations.

ENGL3106Shakespeare's Later Plays3 ch (3C) [W]

This course is a study of a selection of Shakespeare's later plays (post-1600) in context. This course will also examine early theatres, genre, and possible dramatizations. 

ENGL3107Renaissance Drama (Non-Shakesperaian)3 ch (3C) [W]

This course is an introduction of Elizabethan and Jacobean plays in context. This course will also examine early theatres, genre, and possible dramatizations.

ENGL3108Studies in Early Renaissance Literature3 ch (3C) [W]

This course is an introduction to prose and poetry of the early Renaissance (1510-1640), studied in the context of the period’s wide-ranging literary, political, religious and social changes.

ENGL3109Studies in Later Renaissance Literature3 ch (3C) [W]

This course is an introduction to prose and poetry of the later Renaissance (1590-1670), studied in the context of the period’s wide-ranging literary, political, religious and social changes.

ENGL320418th Century Prose and Poetry3 ch (3C) [W]

Examines the literature of the 18th century, excluding the drama.

ENGL3303Romantic and Victoria Drama3 ch (3C) [W]

Explores both the literary and theatrical dimensions of the nineteenth century. Studies closet drama, melodrama, comedy, farce, pantomime, burlesque, extravaganza, and spectacular entertainment.

ENGL3312Victorian Novel3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of a selection of Victorian novels from the period 1832 to the end of the nineteenth century.

ENGL3315Neo-Victorian Narratives3 ch (3C) [W]
This course will consider a variety of narratives to investigate how and why the "Neo-Victorian" attempts to revision and/or recreate the atmosphere, issues and characterization of the Victorian Age.
ENGL3402Modern British Novel3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of selected novels. 

ENGL3404Irish Literature3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of the literature of Ireland.

ENGL3405Studies in Modern British Literature3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of selected British short fiction, poetry, essays, and novels of the 20th century.

ENGL3502Canadian Novel3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of selected novels. 

ENGL3504Canadian Short Fiction3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of selected short fiction.

ENGL3505Maritime Poetry3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of Maritime poetry from its beginnings, with an emphasis on 20th century developments.

ENGL3507Studies in Maritime Literature3 ch (3C)[W]
A study of selected Maritime short fiction, poetry, essays, and novels of the 19th and 20th century.
ENGL3508Canadian Literature WWII3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of Canadian poetry, short fiction, criticism, and novels written before the Second World War.

ENGL3509Canadian Literature after WWII3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of Canadian short fiction, poetry, novels, and criticism written after World War II.

ENGL3611Book Production (A)3 ch (3C/WS) [W]
This class combines a senior seminar on the history of the book with a hands-on workshop on selected elements of book production.

Prerequisite: 9 ch of lower-level English or permission of the instructor.
ENGL3631Studies in Gender and Genre3 ch (3C) [W]

Examines the development of masculinities and/or femininities in the context of a particular or several literary genre(s).

ENGL3713Special Topics I3 ch (3C) [W]

This course focuses on specialized areas of interest.

Prerequisites: Three term-courses of lower level English.

ENGL3714Special Topics II3 ch (3C) [W]
This course focuses on specialized areas of interest.
ENGL3718Studies in Young Adult Literature3 ch (3C) [W]
This course will trace the development of Young Adult literature in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Authors may include N. Gaiman, S.E. Hinton, L. Lowry, P. Ness and others.
ENGL3719Studies in Indigenous Literature3 ch (3C) [W]
A study of selected texts by Indigenous authors in the land that is now Canada.
ENGL3725The Gothic Imagination3 ch (3C) [W]
This course will trace the development of the Gothic imagination to focus on the roots of these traditions and examine some common elements of the literary and/or adapted Gothic.
ENGL3802Reading Film3 ch (3C) [W]

This course will explore various ways of analyzing a variety of films.

ENGL3803American Film3 ch (3C) [W]

A study of major trends in American film.

ENGL3902Drama Production3 ch (3C) [W]

This course runs in cooperation with a local professional theatre company. It will offer students practical experience in a number of “backstage” elements of theatre production, such as set design and construction, costumes, publicity and program design. Enrollment is limited. 

Prerequisites: Three lower level term-courses in English and permission of the instructor.

ENGL3903The Development of Western Drama3 ch (3C) [W]

Studies a range of plays to illustrate the development of the dramatic tradition in the western world.

ENGL3922Special Topics in Creative Writing3 ch (3C) [W]

A workshop seminar in which a variety of genres, styles, and forms are studied and practiced through weekly assignments. Students who have completed ENGL 3913 – Writing Poetry I or ENGL 3914 – Writing Poetry II are eligible to register for this course.

ENGL4000Joint Honours Thesis6 ch (6C) [W]

Honours thesis for Joint Honours Program in English and History.

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Joint Honours Program in English and History.

ENGL4801Honours Essay: Reading and Research3 ch (3C) [W]

This course is devoted to the research portion of the honours project.

ENGL4802Honours Essay3 ch (3C) [W]

An honours essay to be attempted upon completion of ENGL 4801.

Prerequisite: ENGL 4801.