Studying English at Concordia University of Edmonton has a number of advantages:

• The BA in English integrates a comprehensive historical approach to literature with an emphasis on literary theory and recent approaches

• They offer courses in creative and technical writing

• They offer the opportunity for students to participate in individual study with a faculty member of their choice

• The graduates have gone on to successful careers in many fields

• The students have been accepted into top graduate programs

• All faculty members are active in their field of research and up to date on current perspectives and criticism

• Classes are small, so students can get to know their fellow students and their instructors

• English students find employment in many different fields. Not only are the graduates well prepared for further qualifying studies to become editors, journalists, librarians, or teachers but many also go on to become lawyers, politicians, or business people. In today’s marketplace, English is a flexible degree that is attractive to employers.