English

"Amid the conflicts and convergences of our globalized era, literature can serve as an ample window onto the histories, hopes, and burdens borne by our global neighbors." In an international setting, the context of each literature course will serve to broaden your perspective within a global society. Step out into the world, rev up your resume, and earn academic credit by studying abroad in locations such as United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Japan, Poland, and many more.

English Programs

Internships 

Academic Advice 

Scholarships

Department Contact 

Resources for Advisors 

Tanzania

Tanzania

PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS

The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying English.

FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS

Country

Program

Available Courses

Ghana

Teaching & Learning Literacy, Language, & History

ENG 301: Teaching Reading & Writing in the Elementary Classroom (3 credits) AND

ENG 401: Languages, Literacies, & Cultures (3 credits)

AAA 333: Study Abroad

Netherlands

English Education

Students will register for a total of 6 credits:

 

Secondary English Ed majors and AL/ESL minor:

*ENG 365: Teaching ESL (3 credits)

ENG 400: Critical Issues in Literacy (3 credits)

Elementary Ed (PCKET & CSAT) students:

**ENG 355: Teaching ELs, PK-6 (3 credits)

ENG 401: Language, Literacies, and Culture (3 credits)

 

*Students who have already taken ENG 365 may substitute ENG 465 or 469.

**Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement. Reflection required.

Scotland

Writing

Undergraduate

WRT 357: Professional Writing for International Contexts (3 credits) AND

WRT 490: Writing Internship(3 credits)

 

Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement. Reflection required.

 

 

SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS

Country

Program

Program Type

Courses

Australia

Macquarie University

Exchange

Available Courses

Australia

University of Sunshine Coast

Exchange

Available Courses 

Chile

Universidad del Bío Bío

Exchange

Available Courses

France

L'Université Catholique de L'Ouest

Exchange

Available Courses

Germany 

Pädegogische Hochschule Schwaebisch

Exchange

Available Courses

Ghana 

University of Cape Coast

Exchange

Available Courses

Ireland

API: National University of Ireland

Provider

Available Courses

Italy 

John Cabot University

Exchange

Available Courses

Scotland

USAC: University of Stirling

Provider

Available Courses

South Korea

National University of Science and Technology

Exchange

Available Courses

Taiwan

National Taiwan Normal University

Exchange

Available Courses

United Kingdom

Edge Hill University

Exchange

Available Courses

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Country

Program

Program Type

Courses

Costa Rica

Universidad Veritas 

Provider

Available Courses

Greece

American College of Greece

Provider

Available Courses

Italy 

Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore

Provider

Available Courses

United Kingdom

Kingston University

Exchange

Available Courses

United Kingdom

New York University: London

Provider

Available Courses

PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS

There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:

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INTERNSHIPS

Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an English internship abroad.

Internships Abroad

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ACADEMIC ADVICE

FIRST YEAR AND SOPHOMORE STUDENTS

GENERAL ADVICE

  • Students may take courses that satisfy some requirements in their English major or the General Education program. Be sure to begin planning at least six months in advance. 
  • Students should make sure they will have met prerequisites such as language and other foundation courses before they go abroad; it is important that students have prepared themselves adequately in the language of the country they will be visiting to maximize their study abroad learning experience. 
  • NOT eligible for Study Abroad equivalences: ENG 307, ENG 308, ENG 400, ENG 495

To determine the GVSU Course Equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page.

Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans. 

For more information email the Department Contact.  

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Study Abroad Photography Scholarship 

Dr. Andrew M.C. Brown Memorial English Scholarship

English Faculty Scholarship for New Majors

Gilbert R. and Patricia K. Davis Merit English Scholarship

Apply for these scholarships: myScholarships

Explore more scholarship opportunities through our Scholarship Page

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DEPARTMENT CONTACT

Ashley Shannon

235 Lake Huron Hall

[email protected]

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