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Introduction to Composition - ENGL 2550

The course has a strong focus on essay composition and analysis. The assignments are designed to encourage critical and analytical reading, thinking, and writing. This course also introduces and demonstrates the APA method of citation.

Note: Prerequisites: 60% in English 30-1 or 70% in English 30-2. Restricted to Arts & Sciences, Indigenous Studies, Justice, Practical Nurse, Practical Nurse for Int Ed Nurses, Social Work, Therap Rec and Open Studies (some sections may not be open to PNDIEN).


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton

Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Fri: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
41279 A09 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Wed: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
41281 AN12 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Tue: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
41276 AP01 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Mon: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
41282 AP02 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Tue: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
41285 AP03 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Wed: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
41286 AP04 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 13, 2024 Mon: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
41287 AP05 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Tue: 08:00 - 11:00 am
41288 AP06 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Wed: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
41289 AP07 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 17, 2024 Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
41277 AW01 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Thu: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
11392 A08 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 Wed: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
11402 A09 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Tue: 08:00 - 11:00 am
11387 A10 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Tue: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
11393 A12 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
11397 AN30 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Mon: 08:00 - 11:00 am
11386 AP01 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Fri: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
11395 AP02 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Fri: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
11396 AP03 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Tue: 08:00 - 11:00 am
11398 AP04 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Wed: 06:00 - 09:00 pm
12596 EP01 No
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 Wed: 06:00 - 09:00 pm
11394 EP03 Yes
Spring May 5 - Jun. 20, 2025 Wed, Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
20550 AN30 Yes
This course is offered in an online setting. There are no scheduled classes, and you will learn at your own pace. Courses have start and end dates, assignments may have due dates assigned to them.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Online

Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 13, 2024 41278 O01 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 41283 OP10 Yes
Fall Sep. 30 - Dec. 6, 2024 41284 OP12 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 12458 O01 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 11, 2025 11389 O03 Yes
Winter Jan. 6 - Apr. 25, 2025 11391 OP20 Yes
Spring May 5 - Jun. 27, 2025 20551 O01 Yes
Spring May 5 - Jun. 27, 2025 20552 O02 Yes
Spring May 5 - Jun. 27, 2025 20548 OP30 Yes
Spring May 5 - Jun. 27, 2025 20549 OP32 Yes
Summer Jul. 1 - Aug. 22, 2025 30106 O01 Yes
This course is offered in an online setting. Your course will be taught in real-time at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Online

Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Wed: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
41290 O05 Yes
Fall Sep. 3 - Dec. 6, 2024 Fri: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
41291 O06 Yes

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

Tuition and fees for 2024-2025 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $495 $695.50 $1,190.50
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
U-Pass: $180.00 per term
Legal plan: $18.00 per year

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1497 $695.50 $2,192.50
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
Student technology fee : $12.00 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan : $386.00 per year
Students’ Association : $51.50 per term
U-Pass : $180.00 per term
Legal plan : $18.00 per term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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