What can Christians learn from reading works of fiction?
Reading literature—whether Christian or non-Christian works, whether from the past or from the present—provides an important perspective of the world we live in. Redeemer's English Literature program prepares students to find their place and calling in the world by equipping them to read analytically, speak clearly and write persuasively, while finding threads of common grace and redemption in all materials and asking how is God using language and literature to redeem our broken world.
English Literature is a Bachelor of Arts degree. It is offered as an honours major, as a major and as a minor.
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Right from the start, small seminar-style classes provide you with a broad overview of different literary genres. Class discussion is lead by professors who are actively contributing to their field and are excited to share their love of language and literature with students.
First-year courses dig into different ways of reading and ways of writing through close readings of text and by critically analyzing texts through writing. Honing these foundational skills prepares students for future survey courses that dig into a more in-depth study of specific genres, styles and time periods.
The Core Curriculum is a set of 10 courses that every student takes. The courses are woven through every major and get you to think deeply and broadly about what you’re studying. Think about it this way…
In your classes, you'll be introduced to the literary greats from a variety of genres and eras in courses like The British Novel and The Fiction of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. Reflect on the role of language in history, culture and faith through theoretical courses such as Shakespeare and Theory and History of Literary Criticism as you explore the human condition, brokenness and redemption through literature.
Upper year students can enrol in a Senior Writing Project course where they meet in a workshop format under the supervision of a writing specialist to practice different genres and styles.
Students can take a semester abroad at Oxford University in England with opportunities to visit theatrical productions, museums and historical sites that provide an excellent context for material covered in classes. Anna Bailey '21 sought adventure and credits the Oxford Programme for refining her academic skills and interests. The Uganda Studies Program provides students with a unique opportunity to travel and do reflective, analytical, practical writing based on their experiences.
is the curriculum pastor at The Meeting House where she helps create kids' and youth curricula that's used by churches worldwide. She has recently published a book on raising disciples and making faith matter to kids.
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