Program Overview
The English program at the University of Lethbridge explores the multifaceted nature of literature, examining its historical, cultural, and psychological contexts. It emphasizes the significance of language in communication and critical inquiry, providing a strong foundation for careers in various fields, including business, journalism, and education.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The English program at the University of Lethbridge goes beyond the rhetorical and creative aspects of literature. It delves into history, culture, psychology, sociology, philosophy, and the human condition to determine what a text means in the context of when and where it was written, and how it relates to us today.
Objectives:
- Examine how language is used in the world at large, and consider the functions, structures, and significance of literature over time.
- Develop an excellent foundation for a career in virtually any professional capacity due to the cross-disciplinary nature of this program.
Program Description:
English is not just about the rhetorical and creative aspects of literature. It’s about examining history, culture, psychology, sociology, philosophy, and the human condition to determine what a text means in the context of when and where it was written, and how it relates to us today. Language is the primary means by which we communicate our values, our ideals and our vision. The study of English asks fundamental questions about literature and how we, as humans, express ourselves and interact with others. It is the science of communication and critical inquiry. Learn how we use language in the world at large, and consider the functions, structures and significance of literature over time. Develop an excellent foundation for a career in virtually any professional capacity due to the cross-disciplinary nature of this program.
Outline:
Course Schedule:
Course selections for the program will vary, but may include:
- Introduction to Language and Literature
- Survey of Children’s Literature
- Poetry
- Literary Theory
- Medieval Literature
- Romanticism
- Contemporary Drama
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Business Administration
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Communications
- Broadcast Journalism
- Editing
- Library Science
- Performing Arts
- Public Relations
- Research
- Publishing
- Technical Writing
- Travel Writing
- Proposal Writing
- Speech Writing
- Public Office
- Freelance Writing
- Writing for web
- Civil Service
