As of September 2026, the Creative Writing BA Honours is a direct entry program from high school. Admission Requirements Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Honours Learn how to transform the world through writing. The goal of the Creative Writing Program at York University is to help you galvanize your innate creativity and to articulate that […]
We offer several awards open only to Creative Writing majors and minors that recognize the achievements of our talented and capable students. These awards are administered by the Creative Writing faculty as a whole. Some of the awards are by submission, while others are selected by the faculty from among the Creative Writing student community. […]
Our courses will provide you with the tools for rigorous analysis, and allow you to develop your abilities as an engaging public speaker and persuasive writer. A degree in English is not only a rewarding course of study for you as a student, but it also gives you a broad and adaptable skill set that […]
Students in the department of English are eligible for a number of awards, bursaries and scholarships both within the department and with the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. From supporting those with financial need to celebrating academic achievement and community engagement, we are committed to recognizing your unique contributions to university life. Quick […]
The English Undergraduate Students' Association (EUSA) is aimed at promoting a love for literature in the undergraduate community and is affiliated with the Department of English and Founders College. The club's vision of developing a community with a passion for literature at York University will be achieved by providing free lectures, delivered by prominent and […]
The Creative Writing Program’s annual reading series is named in memory of Dr. Rishma Dunlop, a former coordinator and champion of the Creative Writing Program, a renowned poet, and a beloved and essential faculty member in the departments of English and Education for many years until her untimely death in 2016. The Rishma Dunlop Reading […]
Take your studies out of the classroom and into the real world. You’ll find lots of opportunities to get practical work training, meet peers in and outside your program, learn new skills and just have fun. Whether you choose to engage on campus or in the community, you’ll gain experience while having new experiences. Awards […]
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Our faculty members are among the leading voices in their fields. Their ground-breaking research and creative works have taken many forms, including novels, works of literary criticism, edited anthologies, public lectures, documentary films, and poems. True to the spirit of interdisciplinary, creative, and politically engaged inquiry that has long been central to York University’s mission, […]
Our distinguished faculty are widely recognized for their leading research. Their scholarship is making positive impact in the classroom and beyond. We're also influencing, inspiring and transforming society. Join today and be part of the journey. Quick Links Full-Time Faculty Meet our full-time faculty members and learn about their specializations and research interests. Contract Faculty […]