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Bachelor of Arts in English

Concordia University of Edmonton

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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At Concordia University of Edmonton in Edmonton, Canada, Bachelor of Arts in English is offered as a bachelor's degree in English Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition is CAD 332 per credit for local students.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: English Language Studies
Duration: 4 years
Local tuition: CAD 332 / credit

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in English at Concordia University of Edmonton integrates a historical approach to literature with literary theory and recent critical approaches, alongside courses in creative and technical writing. Students can pursue individual study with a faculty member of their choice. The degree is offered as a four-year Major, a three-year Concentration, or a shorter 14-week English for Academic Purposes stream. Small class sizes give students close contact with faculty who are active in research and current scholarship. Graduates have gone on to competitive graduate programmes and pursue careers in editing, journalism, library science, teaching, law and business, building on the analytical and writing skills developed through the degree.

Requirements

Minimum GPA: 60.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Domestic applicants need five program-specific Grade 12 subjects, including English Language Arts 30-1, with a minimum overall admission average of 60%, drawn from Group A, B, C or D subjects (maximum two from Group B and one from Group D). Applicants must also meet Concordia's English Language Proficiency requirement, satisfied automatically by three years of full-time education in English in Canada or by an approved English proficiency exam. International applicants need an equivalent secondary school qualification plus the same five-subject, 60% overall average requirement.

About Concordia University of Edmonton

“Initium Sapientiae Timor Domini”

Type: University
Control: Private
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1921
Programs: 27
Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Bachelor of Arts in English award?

Concordia University of Edmonton awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of English Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Bachelor of Arts in English take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does Bachelor of Arts in English cost?

Tuition is CAD 332 per credit for local students.

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