English programs
Find the one that's right for you
Current undergraduate students
Department of English
Guide to your academic journey
Check out the sections below to learn about regulations and requirements, academic support, resources and tools, and opportunities available to you as an Arts student.
Medieval, Renaissance and Reformation Studies
Minor in Medieval, Renaissance and Reformation Studies
Creative Writing
Creative Writing concentration / BA Honours with creative writing thesis / Embedded Certificate in Creative Writing
Looking for course information? Visit our Department of English course page
Academic advising
Course selections should be appropriate to your degree program requirements. As an Arts student, at least half of your courses each year should be in the Faculty of Arts.
Course planning and academic advising
You can speak to an academic advisor about course planning, course selection, registration, program progression and more.
Program requirements
The University of Calgary academic calendar is the school's definitive source of information for current students.
Academic Requirements Tool
You'll need to enroll in the courses that fulfill your degree requirements. The AR tool will help you visualize and plan.
Need to change your program?
Are you an undecided student first declaring your degree program? Learn more about exploratory advising.
Or do you want to change any component of your program?
Course planning
Registration help
Plan your schedule - see How to Register »
Change your registration - see How to Use your Student Centre »
Thinking about dropping or withdrawing from a course?
Please be aware of deadlines and remember to get advice from a program advisor first! They'll help you make the best decision. Contact us »
Decided to withdraw? Learn what it means to your academic record »
Need to defer course work?
Need to defer a final exam?
Looking for a form related to your student record? View student forms
The future is yours to discover
Start conducting research as soon as possible. At UCalgary, we can help make that a reality as early as your first year of studies.
Graduation requirements
UCalgary graduation requirements
The Office of the Registrar has all the information you need to be ready for convocation day.
Graduating this year?
Find out what steps you need to take so you can walk across the stage at Convocation.
Continue your studies
Prospective graduate students
Interested in a master's or doctoral program? Our distinguished graduate faculty offers many approaches to the study of literature.
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Exceptional faculty members, world-class research facilities and internationally-recognized degrees and certificates. These are just a few of the benefits you’ll receive when you further your education at UCalgary.
Financial
Financing your education
To get an understanding of all the options available to you for financing your education, visit the Office of the Registrar.
Awards, scholarships and bursaries
Find the awards, scholarships and bursaries that apply to you and learn how and when to apply.
Career services
UCalgary's Career Services
The university's Career Services can help you connect your passion and purpose to find the right career.