Bachelor of Arts in English - Literature (General)

Literature entertains, enlightens, and transforms us. It show us everything language is capable of, and the study of literature imparts a knowledge of language and culture that will serve you well whether youre planning to be a PR professional, lawyer, CEO, technical communicator, or creative writer. Your literature degree will introduce you to the full spectrum of literature in English. As the U.S. poet Ezra Pound wrote, Literature is news that STAYS news, so whether youre studying Chaucer, Mary Shelley, or Tolkien, everything you read will spark new insights about you and your world. Your literature degree will give you a comprehensive foundation in English literature while allowing you to pursue your literary interests and passions. Literature is one of three majors we offer.You will have the opportunity to explore literatures from all over the world--British, postcolonial, Canadian, and American. You'll study a broad variety of texts, from Renaissance drama to fantasy and science fiction, from poetry to graphic narratives.When you graduate you'll be prepared for further study in fields like law or education, for graduate study, or for a variety of careers in areas such as government, business, industry, or artany career, in other words, that values excellent communication and analytical skills.

If a student's average does not meet the requirements for an honours degree, the student can still continue in his or her program by pursuing a four-year general degree in literature. Students in the four-year general degree have access to all the same courses as honours students, but do not participate in co-op or graduate with a specialization.

Official/Unofficial High School Transcripts Required.
Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - 90 Overall (25 writing, 25 speaking)
IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall (6.5 writing, 6.5 speaking, 6.0 reading, 6.0 listening)

Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including

Any Grade 12 U English (minimum final grade of at least 70%)
Admission average: Low 80s (co-op and regular)