English Language Studies

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Discover English Language Studies

No matter what you are thinking about in terms of academics or career, you've got to be able to communicate--to put concepts accurately into words. Whether you're writing a resume, a report, a critique, an essay, a proposal, or an application, whether you're reasoning, analysing, or arguing, you must be able to understand and be understood. With the revolution in electronic communications, this ability is becoming even more important: You are what you communicate!

With this in mind the English Language Section of the Modern Languages Department has designed its courses and programmes to serve students of all languages and backgrounds.

Why study English Language at Bishop’s?

Want to Improve Your Written and Oral Expression? No matter what your discipline, no matter what your current abilities in speaking and writing, we can make you better!

The Rhetorical Tradition? Our courses in Advanced Composition and Speech not only give you the opportunity to improve your communicative skills, but also provide a larger historical perspective. You'll see how rhetorical theory has evolved through the ages, and how current theorists view the act of communication.

Did you know ?

  • You can combine an English Language concentration with one in Spanish, German, Italian, or French to obtain a Major in Modern Languages. ( See Academic Calendar )
  • A combination of courses in grammar, phonetics, text analysis, the literature and history of English (through the English Department) will provide an in-depth awareness of the many aspects of the English Language. The right choices can open up many avenues in terms of travel, work, study, and teaching.

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