Bachelor of Arts in English

English at Cape Breton University teaches students to become expert users of the English language while building critical thinking skills, with coursework spanning the history of the language, literary traditions, and the societal role of communication. It is offered within a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts Community Studies degree, and can be taken as a Concentration, Major, Major with Specialization, or Minor. The program is delivered on campus at CBU's main campus, combining classroom instruction with experiential learning opportunities, career services and recruitment connections, and academic advising and success coaching. Students develop deep critical interpretation skills, advanced writing ability, in-depth knowledge of literary texts and forms, and adaptable research skills, along with broader cultural literacy. Admission for Canadian high school graduates requires English 12 at the academic or advanced level plus four additional grade 12 academic courses, with international applicants reviewing the university's language requirements separately. Graduates pursue careers in teaching, law, journalism, publishing, and public relations. The program suits students drawn to literature, language, and writing who want a flexible credential structure, from a minor to a specialized major, built around close reading and research-based study.