BA in English - Literature and Rhetoric (Global Literatures) (Honours) in Waterloo Canada | University of Waterloo

The Literature and Rhetoric program combines the complementary strengths of UWaterloo's English Department. This structured curriculum offers training in both fields while allowing flexibility to pursue personal academic interests. Through literary studies, you'll gain foundational knowledge in British, Canadian, American, and Postcolonial literary traditions. The rhetoric component covers rhetorical theory history, professional writing techniques, information design principles, and digital media applications. The honors RMPC program offers multiple pathways tailored to your aspirations:Choose between regular or co-op study formatsSelect from stand-alone honors, joint honors, or combine with an Honours Arts and Business degreeEnhance your degree with specializations in creative writing, digital media studies, global literatures, or technical writing.

Explore how global perspectives have shaped English literature throughout history. Course offerings include Postcolonial Literatures, Race in English Literature, Canadian Multicultural Literature, Global Shakespeare, and American Literature from a Worldwide Perspective.