Program Overview

English Program Overview

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) offers a comprehensive English program that fosters critical thinking, cultural awareness, and effective communication skills. The program is designed to provide students with a rich understanding of English literature, from Chaucer to contemporary fiction.

Program Options

UFV offers four English major options within its Bachelor of Arts program:

• English Literature
• English with a concentration in Creative Writing
• English with a concentration in Drama
• English with a concentration in Writing and Rhetoric

Additionally, UFV offers honours programs in both English and Creative Writing, as well as minor and extended minor options in English and Creative Writing.

Course Offerings

The English program at UFV features a wide range of courses in English, Canadian, American, and world literature. Students can also take advanced courses in:

• Cultural studies
• Genre theory
• Composition
• Rhetoric
• Creative writing
• Linguistics
• Literary theory

Practical Experience

To gain practical experience in writing and editing, students can join the editorial board of Louden Singletree , UFV's student-run literary and visual arts magazine. Alternatively, they can contribute to the Cascade, UFV's student newspaper, or take on roles such as peer tutor, research writer, or social media guru for the Academic Success Centre. Optional paid work placements are also available through the UFV Co-operative Education program.

Career Outlook

The English program at UFV prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities. According to Workopolis, writing and communication skills are the top two most sought-after skills in Canadian job postings. English majors are in demand in various industries, including:

• Editing
• Writing
• Public relations
• Content strategy
• Web production
• Technical writing

UFV English program graduates have gone on to successful careers in education, publishing, broadcasting, law, politics, public service, business, and the arts in Canada and abroad.