English 48 months Undergraduate Program By York University |Top Universities
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Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

35,148 CADTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

01 Feb, 2024Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

English Language and Literature

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Forget what you’ve heard about studying English. Here, you’ll take an in-depth tour of literature ranging from the traditional (classic novels and poetry) to the popular (sci-fi and mysteries) to the innovative (graphic novels and film). Our engaging professors explore contemporary ideas and theories, even while working with historical texts. You’ll also focus on world literature, including Indigenous, African Diaspora, and Middle Eastern literature. Our graduates go on to work in diverse careers as editors, writers, public relations officers, media specialists, communications directors and more.

What you’ll learn

    • Develop the critical thinking, reading and writing skills essential for success in a wide range of careers.
    • Explore a vast range of literary works while learning leadership, persuasive writing and problem solving.
    • Tailor your upper-year studies to specific theories, literary periods, genres and individual authors to suit your interests.

    Program overview

    Main Subject

    English Language and Literature

    Degree

    BA

    Study Level

    Undergraduate

    Study Mode

    On Campus

    Forget what you’ve heard about studying English. Here, you’ll take an in-depth tour of literature ranging from the traditional (classic novels and poetry) to the popular (sci-fi and mysteries) to the innovative (graphic novels and film). Our engaging professors explore contemporary ideas and theories, even while working with historical texts. You’ll also focus on world literature, including Indigenous, African Diaspora, and Middle Eastern literature. Our graduates go on to work in diverse careers as editors, writers, public relations officers, media specialists, communications directors and more.

    What you’ll learn

      • Develop the critical thinking, reading and writing skills essential for success in a wide range of careers.
      • Explore a vast range of literary works while learning leadership, persuasive writing and problem solving.
      • Tailor your upper-year studies to specific theories, literary periods, genres and individual authors to suit your interests.

      Admission requirements

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      01 Feb 2024
      4 Years
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      May

      Tuition fee and scholarships

      Domestic Students

      7,199 CAD
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      International Students

      35,148 CAD
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