The Associate of Arts Degree in English at Douglas College is designed for students seeking to cultivate advanced reading, writing, and critical thinking skills essential for academic and professional success. You will explore a diverse range of literary styles and genres, including fiction, poetry, drama, and academic discourse, while developing your own voice through creative writing. This program provides a robust foundation in literary analysis and effective communication, preparing you for further university studies or careers that demand strong interpretive and expressive abilities.
You will study this undergraduate Associate Degree full-time on campus over two years, completing 60 credits. The curriculum emphasizes a broad exposure to Arts and Sciences, with a significant portion dedicated to English coursework, including first and second-year university-level studies. You can tailor your learning by focusing on specific areas within English, and may be eligible for the Co-operative Education option, which integrates paid work terms with academic study. Graduates will be well-prepared to transfer their 60 credits to a four-year bachelor's degree program at a research university.