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. 2 - Dec. 16, 2025 Fri: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
 41254 A09 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025 Wed: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 41256 AN12 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Tue: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
 41251 AP01 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Mon: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41257 AP02 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Wed: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41259 AP03 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Mon: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 41260 AP04 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Wed: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 41261 AP05 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 16, 2025 Fri: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 41252 AW01 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 16, 2025 Fri: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 41255 AW02 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Thu: 09:30 am - 12:30 pm
 11316 A08 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Wed: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
 11323 A09 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 11320 AN01 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 11311 AP01 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Fri: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
 11318 AP02 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Fri: 11:00 am - 02:00 pm
 11319 AP03 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Thu: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
 11321 AP06 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Tue: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 11312 AP10 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 10, 2026 Tue: 06:00 - 09:00 pm
 11317 EP03 Yes
Spring May 4 - Jun. 19, 2026 Wed, Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 20630 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
Summer Jul. 1 - Aug. 22, 2025 30106 O01 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 41253 O01 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 41262 OP06 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 41258 OP10 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 11322 O01 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 11313 O03 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 12427 OP23 Yes
Spring May 4 - Jun. 26, 2026 20631 O01 Yes
Spring May 4 - Aug. 21, 2026 21574 OP32 Yes
Summer Jun. 30 - Aug. 21, 2026 30093 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. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Wed: 03:30 - 06:30 pm
 41263 O05 Yes
Fall Sep. 2 - Dec. 5, 2025 Mon: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 41264 O06 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 Thu: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 11315 OP20 Yes
Winter Jan. 5 - Apr. 17, 2026 Fri: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 11314 OP22 Yes
Spring May 4 - Jun. 26, 2026 Tue, Thu: 08:00 - 11:00 am
 20629 OP30 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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