Honours Bachelor of Arts - English and Philosophy

Contrary to popular belief, the study of English is not simply about books. English is a wide-ranging field of study that uses textual analysis to dig deeper into people's society and the world around them.

At Lakehead University, the flexibility of the English program encourages students to follow their own interests within the discipline. They will learn about the historical development of English language literature - from the Medieval to the contemporary period - as well as different theoretical approaches to the study of literary and cultural texts.

While the pursuit of knowledge has evolved into specialized disciplines, philosophy continues to address the larger, fundamental questions. Students will learn about the intellectual foundations of society, but they will also develop critical thinking and problem solving skills that will enable them to re-examine society with an inquisitive mind and a discerning lens.

Students will explore fundamental philosophical concepts, from Ancient Greek to the modern era, in order to understand contemporary thinking about ethics and justice in context. Lakehead University’s programs emphasize reasoning skills, oral debate, and writing proficiency with the balance of coursework dedicated to philosophical topics such as: • Gender • Popular Culture • Paranormal • Love • Biomedical Ethics • Existentialism • Environmental

Students will graduate from the program with the ability to: • Analyze and interpret arguments • Justify beliefs with reference to standards of proof • Describe major philosophical trends • Apply a historical understanding to key philosophical questions • Identify theoretical assumptions • Plan and conduct research that is accurate, thorough, and broadly based

Due to the multidisciplinary relevance of the field, students may combine their studies with disciplines such as English, History, French, Indigenous Learning, Psychology, or Political Science. Lakehead University is also one of the few universities in Canada to offer a minor in Professional Ethics. This is a great option for those who are interested in examining ethical issues in business, biomedical science, the environment, or digital technology.