Department Information

Date Posted: 05/21/2026
Req ID: 48211
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of English
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Course description

An introduction to the skills and contexts that underlie university-level writing about literature. Students will analyze the style and mechanics of literary criticism in a variety of fields, including published essays by Department faculty. Guest speakers and writing-intensive tutorials will help students begin to join the critical conversation.

Estimated course enrollment

40 students

Class schedule

Friday 10am to 1pm IN PERSON

Sessional dates of appointment

January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

Salary (Includes Vacation Pay)

Sessional Lecturer I - Long term: $10,669.21

Sessional Lecturer II - Long term: $10,953.96...