The aim of the undergraduate program in English and creative writing is to educate students in literature and language and in the practice of writing, and to enhance their understanding of the tradition of liberal arts. The major develops the ability to understand and appreciate literature in its historical and cultural contexts, to read closely and analytically in a broad range of texts, and to write about language and literature with clarity and precision.<br>The faculty of English offer courses leading to the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English and creative writing. The interdisciplinary character of the creative writing specialization is reflected through cross-listings with the faculty of media studies, film studies, and theatre.<br>Students who complete the undergraduate program in English and creative writing will:<br>Develop greater familiarity with literature in the Anglophone world.<br>Develop critical writing skills.<br>Learn to analyze, interpret, and contextualize cultural texts critically.