COURSE CURRICULUM

The English program at StFX offers a diverse range of courses that equip students with critical thinking, writing, and analytical skills while exploring literature across periods, genres, and mediums. Expected courses for 2025-2026 include introductory classes such as ENGL 100H Introduction to Literature and Critical Writing and ENGL 111 Literature and Academic Writing I, which focus on foundational reading and writing skills. Students can also explore specialized topics like ENGL 213 Adaptation: Canadian Myths, Film, and Popular Stories, ENGL 214 Contemporary Film, ENGL 248 Climate Fiction and Environmental Literature, ENGL 249 Detective Fiction and Film, and ENGL 259 Gender, Literature and Culture, examining literature in relation to culture, society, and media. Creative writing courses include ENGL 225 Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults, ENGL 267 Introductory Creative Writing, and ENGL 322 Intermediate Creative Writing, while literary theory and criticism are covered in ENGL 215 Principles and Practices of Literary Criticism and ENGL 314 Contemporary Literary Theory. Students may also engage in focused studies through courses like ENGL 270 The Romantic Gothic, ENGL 278 Short Turns: The Short Story in Canada, ENGL 338 Performing Canada, and ENGL 339 Cultural Theory and Popular Culture. Advanced research and independent study opportunities include ENGL 400 Honours Thesis, ENGL 497 Advanced Major Thesis, and ENGL 499 Directed Study, as well as various Selected Topics courses, allowing students to tailor their education to individual interests and career goals.