English - Bachelor [4 Years]
$23,977 /Yr On-campus full_time

Bachelor of Arts [B.A] English

  • BA in English at the University of Alberta allows students to complete this course in 4 years.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • By studying the English program, students will explore the richness of literature and language to help understand, interpret, and appreciate what novels, poems, memoirs, and new media tell us about the contemporary culture.
  • Students will learn from award-winning and internationally renowned professors and researchers who will help students discover, think, and see in new ways. 
  • Students get the opportunity to apply for scholarships, fellowships, awards, and grants both internally and externally. 
  • The university is ranked among the world's best universities for English Language and Literature, based on academic reputation, employer reputation, and research impact.
  • It provides students with rich experience engaging collectively and critically with culture.
  • In this program, students can do an effective communication and argument and get the ability to analyze diverse forms of linguistic and cultural expression
  • Students can increase their critical thinking, analysis, and judgment skills power.
  • Students enhance the ability to understand and develop intricate ideas, to apply for diverse theoretical positions, and to weigh the importance of alternative perspectives
  • The University of Alberta is one of the top 5 universities in Canada and the top 100 in the world, with state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, award-winning professors, a diverse and welcoming community.
  • The Faculty of Arts boasts one of the most diverse Arts programs in Canada, offering top-quality educational opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in every sector of society.
  • Job opportunities after BA in English are Copywriter, Writer, etc and the average salary goes up to 40,000 USD.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Tuition Fees $22568 $22568 $22568 $22568
Health Insurance $97 $97 $97 $97
Books and supply $1313 $1313 $1313 $1313
Total Fees $23977 $23977 $23977 $23977

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 90 120 3
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.5 9 3
PTE Pearson Test of English 61 90 3
Duolingo Duolingo 115 160 1

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students have to complete the English (Literature and Composition) language course.
  • Students have to complete one course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Fine Arts
    • Humanities
    • Languages other than English
    • Math/Sciences
  • Students have to complete three-course from the following subjects to get admission in this program:
    • Humanities
    • Languages other than English
    • Math/Sciences
  • Students should hold an English Language Proficiency test score.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Complete International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses.
  • Secured a minimum of 70% marks in one of these certificates: All India Senior School Certificate, Higher Secondary School Certificate, Intermediate Certificate, Indian School Certificate.
  • Completed grade 11 and grade 12 with 70% marks.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.