This course offers a full introduction to university-level literary study, including the reading of creative literature (poetry, fiction, or drama); the theory and practice of literary criticism; the role of historical and cultural factors influencing literary texts; and research skills. Students' writing also receives significant attention. Because each section is different, students should consult the current descriptions of individual sections available on the English Department website. Note: This course satisfies the prerequisite for most Upper-Year English courses. No more than 6 credit hours of First-Year English may count toward a major in English. Students may not hold credit for this course and ENGL-1000 | ENGL-1003 | ENGL-1111 | ENGL-1201 | ENGL-1202 | ENGL-1203 Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and ENGL-1111 | ENGL-1201_6 | ENGL-1000.
